The Gauteng High Court is set to decide whether Johannesburg’s controversial 65.6% water levy increase can stand. AfriForum has filed an urgent appeal seeking to overturn the decision, arguing that the hike could harm residents and that the city’s budget process lacked transparency. The challenge centers on the legitimacy and impact of the large tariff increase applied to water levies. AfriForum’s case contends that the process did not adequately explain or disclose information relevant to the decision and that residents may face negative consequences as a result. The court’s ruling will determine the future of the levy and whether the increase remains in effect or is set aside pending further action. The matter is framed as an immediate legal dispute, with the appeal aimed at obtaining a prompt judicial outcome rather than waiting for a longer process. The decision of the High Court will therefore directly affect how Johannesburg collects water-related charges going forward.
Gauteng High Court to rule on Johannesburg’s 65.6% water levy increase
The Gauteng High Court is set to decide whether Johannesburg’s controversial 65.6% water levy increase can stand. AfriForum has filed an urgent appeal seeking to overturn the decision, arguing that th...
- AfriForum has launched an urgent appeal to the Gauteng High Court against Johannesburg’s 65.6% water levy increase.
- The appeal seeks to overturn the levy hike.
- AfriForum argues the increase could harm residents.
- AfriForum also alleges the budget process lacks transparency.
- The Gauteng High Court will decide whether the 65.6% water levy increase remains in effect.
AfriForum is urgently appealing to the Gauteng High Court to overturn Johannesburg's controversial 65.6% water levy increase, citing potential harm to residents and a lack of transparency in the budget process.
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