Political parties have reacted to the alleged abuse of power by Cape Town mayor, Geordin Hill-Lewis.
According to a statement by the Good Party’s
Suzette Little, a resident lodged a formal accusation against Hill-Lewis,
alleging that the mayor engaged in harassment due a land use violation.
“According to the complainant, who resides in
the same suburb as Hill-Lewis’s mother-in-law, what began as a simple
neighbourhood disagreement has escalated into a legal matter. Good has seen an
email sent by Hill-Lewis to the complainant stating he has a ‘strong suspicion’
the resident is operating an illegal car repair workshop at a private
residence, a ‘land use violation’.
“Law enforcement has been called to the
resident’s property on four separate occasions, with no evidence found to
support the accusations. The use of Law Enforcement in this manner—particularly
when there is no evidence of wrongdoing—raises concerns about the abuse of
power. Having direct access to Law Enforcement should not be used to settle
personal disputes or engage in petty neighbourhood conflicts. This case calls
for a thorough examination of the conduct involved and a reminder of the
importance of fairness and responsibility in positions of public authority,”
said Little.
Little said the Good Party has written to the Speaker's
Office to confirm that public funds will not be used to defend the mayor if he
is charged with harassment.
Police confirmed that they are probing the
matter.
“Bothasig SAPS registered an intimidation case
for further investigation, following an altercation on 29 March 2025 between
the complainant and a suspect whom he alleged addressed him in an intimidating
and threatening manner near his home in Edgemead. The docket will be referred
to the National Prosecuting Authority for a decision, upon completion of the
investigation,” said Lt. Col. Malcolm Pojie, Western Cape police spokesperson.
The Economic Freedom Fighters says it is ‘appalled,
yet not surproised’
‘’The EFF is concerned as to what kind of City
we are living in wghen the mayor – entrusted with safeguarding the dignity,
rights and safety of residents – is the one leading the charge in turning Cape
Town into a space of fear, threats, and political gangsterism. This is not ‘’good
governance’’, it is political thuggery disguised as public service,’’ saidUnathi
Ntame, EFF Provincial Chairperson.
‘’The EFF has long warned the people of Cape
Town about the DA’s arrogance, elitism, and obsession with control. Hill-Lewis
is simply the latest face of a system that rules the city like a mafia outfit,
not a democratic institution,’’ he added.
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