In a decisive move towards improving service delivery and enhancing the quality of life for residents, Deputy Mayor, Cllr Karen Walker, has officially received 15 industrial-grade grass cutting machines on behalf of the Greater Kokstad Municipality (GKM). This strategic acquisition marks a proactive step in the ongoing municipality’s efforts to address the issue of overgrown grass, and it is a move as well to continuously maintain public spaces across the municipality.

For months, communities within GKM have voiced concerns about the deteriorating state of parks, sidewalks, cemeteries, and open areas, spaces that should be safe, welcoming, and well-maintained. The Deputy Mayor’s intervention speaks directly to these concerns, demonstrating the municipality’s responsiveness and commitment to restoring order and pride in public infrastructure.

“These machines are not just tools; they are instruments of service, visibility, and dignity,” said Cllr Karen Walker during the handover. “Our people deserve clean, accessible, and well-kept environments. This is a tangible step toward achieving that,” added the Deputy Mayor.

The newly received equipment will significantly boost the municipality’s capacity to carry out routine maintenance and rapid response operations in all affected wards. Municipal teams will now be better equipped to implement scheduled grass-cutting programmes with greater efficiency and consistency.

This milestone also forms part of GKM’s broader agenda to professionalise service delivery, invest in essential resources, and uphold the principles of good governance. By equipping teams with the necessary tools, the municipality is not only resolving current backlogs but also building long-term capacity to maintain high standards of service across all communities.

The Greater Kokstad Municipality remains committed to creating a cleaner, greener, and more dignified environment for its residents. This is yet another promise that fulfils a clear indication that meaningful change is underway.

By Nomzekelo Selani