[WARNING: SOME VIEWERS MAY FIND THE LANGUAGE OFFENSIVE] City of Johannesburg officials conducted a multi-departmental bylaw enforcement operation in Ormonde, continuing their efforts to crack down on illegal water, sewer, and electricity connections.
During the operation, it was found that Lakewood Hotel owes more than R19 million in electricity bills, and several property encroachments were also uncovered. Initially, city officials faced some resistance upon arriving in Ormonde but managed to gain access and carry out inspections.
Further investigations uncovered a water bypass, an electricity bypass, and the lack of approved building plans. The City now plans to move forward with a forensic audit of the property.
A group of Ethiopians were allegedly transported into China Mall in Johannesburg by truck on August 23, 2025.
The circumstances surrounding their arrival remain unclear, and no official statement has been issued by authorities.
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Provincial Commissioner of KwaZulu-Natal, Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, on the funds raised to “buy cows” for him, an initiative started by @ChrisExcel102.