The Emfuleni’s Executive Mayors campaign #PhakhamaVaal commenced yesterday, 02 June 2025, in Sebokeng, Lebohang Mahata Road, Waterdal Road, and Golden Highway. Supported by the MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Jacob Mamabolo, the Clean My City Campaign is expected to intensify throughout the streets of Emfuleni, all in the effort to tackle the rising waste management crisis and other service delivery-related matters affecting Emfuleni. Speaking about the initiative, MEC Mamabolo stressed how vital a tidy environment is for the health, happiness, and economic success of the community. “Our citizens have the right to live in a clean and healthy space. This campaign goes beyond just picking up trash; it aims to bring back respect and foster a sense of ownership, partnership, and responsibility within our neighbourhoods,” he remarked.

Executive Mayor Sipho Radebe shared the MEC’s views, emphasizing the ELM’s dedication to ensuring the program lasts over time. “We recognize our residents’ frustration, and we are devoted to working hard to ensure the cleanliness of our town. This campaign is an important step forward,” he mentioned.

Municipal Manager, Mr April Ntuli, also led at the forefront with his officials as they came prepared to participate in cleaning the streets across ELM. Municipal Manager Ntuli provided personal protective equipment, showing a focus on the safety and health of the workers. In the coming two weeks, groups will be sent out to concentrate on waste collection and clearing illegal dumping sites. They will also conduct street cleaning and waste collection. This will ensure that streets and public spaces are cleaned thoroughly.