Civil Society Mobilises for JCA Summit-8 Amid Unmet City Commitments
The Joburg Crisis Alliance (JCA) will host its 8th Summit on Saturday, 6 December 2025. The Summit will reflect on the year’s developments and chart the course for 2026, a pivotal year marked by the upcoming local government elections. Delegates will also explore the concept of a ‘City Charter’ aimed at rebuilding trust, accountability and shared civic purpose across Johannesburg.
Joburg Unites Under the Call – “No Water, No Vote”
The Joburg Crisis Alliance (JCA) led a united protest at the Metro Centre on 1 November 2025, highlighting Johannesburg’s severe water crisis and the failure of the City to properly manage its water infrastructure and finances. Civil society organisations, including WaterCAN, JoburgCAN, CADE and the Ahmed Kathrada Foundation, presented key demands to the Mayor, such as ring-fencing water funds, implementing the Water Turnaround Strategy, and investigating tanker contracts. Mayor Dada Morero accepted the memorandum and acknowledged the role of civil society in holding government accountable. The JCA will now monitor water supply conditions and expects a clear action plan with timelines; otherwise, it will intensify its accountability campaign in 2026.
Extended Hours, Extended Opportunity: JCA Pushes for Full Weekend Access
The Joburg Crisis Alliance (JCA) welcomes the City of Joburg's announcement to extend library hours in selected areas, allowing students to use these libraries on Saturdays and Sundays to prepare for exams. This confirms that the opening of community libraries on weekends is possible. The JCA calls on the City to accelerate consultations with labour unions to ensure that all libraries can open during weekends, with fair compensation for staff. Community libraries are vital hubs for learning, inclusion, and civic engagement — bridging information gaps, promoting equality, and providing safe spaces for citizens to connect, learn, and grow
Joburg Crisis Alliance Demands Transparency and Accountability from City Leadership
The Joburg Crisis Alliance calls for full transparency in the City of Johannesburg’s coalition agreements and demands an independent performance assessment system for all MMCs. This follows calls by the Minority Governing Parties (MGP) Coalition to remove the MMC for Community Development.
Dry Taps, Empty Promises: Joburg Communities Demand Accountability in Water Crisis
Johannesburg’s water crisis has reached breaking point. Communities in Claremont, Westbury, and Coronationville remain without water despite the Mayor’s seven-day promise. With R4 billion diverted from Johannesburg Water, residents are left to suffer while leaders roll out the red carpet for G20 dignitaries. Enough is enough—Johannesburg needs accountability, leadership, and urgent action.
No Water, No Trust: Crisis Alliance Demands Accountability
Joburg residents are tired of empty taps and broken promises. The Mayor has seven days to restore water—or step down. Communities are watching, waiting, and still thirsty.
Joburg Crisis Alliance to Host 7th Summit Amid Ongoing Water Crisis
The Joburg Crisis Alliance (JCA) will host its 7th Summit on Saturday, 30 August 2025, bringing together residents, civil society, and stakeholders to address Johannesburg’s mounting challenges.
Ethical Leadership? CoJ does not get it …. or, does not care!
The Joburg Crisis Alliance (JCA) is critical of the City of Johannesburg's (CoJ) leadership, citing a disregard for ethical and competent governance. The JCA's convenor, Neeshan Balton, questions how the public can trust the city when it repeatedly demonstrates this lack of regard for ethical leadership. One of the JCA's five main campaigns is to ensure ethical and competent leadership. The JCA has voiced concerns about several appointments and actions: