I have lived in Ward 1 - Summerstrand for 35 years. Naturally, during this period I have seen many changes in how the suburb has been treated and governed by the local government. In the old days, when it was "Whites Only", we had voluntary City Councillors (with no pay) serving us. But post 1994, things changed for the better and the demands on councillors became much more onerous. As a consequence, the City Council became politicised and Summerstrand has experienced both ANC and DA … [Read more...] about The Brigadier and the Foot Soldiers

