Wednesday, 9 September 2026

The City says PRASA remains responsible for subways under railway lines, while it is formalising a single-contact maintenance process after flooding, vandalism and theft left facilities unusable.

Councillor Rob Quintus urged residents to report flooded, occupied or unsafe subways, offering his number, 0820423502, for photographs and locations requiring municipal follow-up.

Refill stations are gaining traction because shoppers can buy small quantities at roughly 30% less, with affordability and cash flow—not environmental concerns—driving repeat use.

Smartfill data shows average refill purchases rose from about R8 to R12, while customers increasingly buy roughly half a kilogram or half a litre several times a week.

WeBuyCars conceded that demanding seven visible bank transactions for proof of address was incorrect; POPIA requires information to be adequate, relevant and not excessive.