The article in the Weekend Post of November 30 on the rates boycott refers. Roland Williams, master of spin for the municipality, writes: "One cannot deny the fact that a major factor fuelling the very few who are propagating such illegality is their difficulty in accepting black majority rule". Mr Williams, you may think what you like, but to put such absolute diatribe to print for all to read is a disgrace. You need to understand the following: there is no link whatsoever to black … [Read more...] about Race no issue in rates boycott
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NMB Ratepayers Association: Rates Witholding Action.
We at the NMBRA were criticised because we were not taking action sooner on behalf of our members and ratepayers in general. We addressed the reasons why during our last public meeting held on August 6th, where we explained that we were waiting specifically for the outcome of the Rademan case. In that ruling, the withholding of rates (non-payment of rates) was deemed illegal and the municipality allowed to implement credit control measures as it sees fit. I would like to stress that our … [Read more...] about NMB Ratepayers Association: Rates Witholding Action.
Not much chance for success from Rates Boycott
Hello Alan I am a Metro resident and ratepayer and, as such, have total empathy with the anger and frustration felt by the residents intent on withholding rates. Have a look at the two attached judgments; both the Supreme Court and the Constitutional Court have found AGAINST rates boycotters. Plus, in all the cases I know of, not much has changed (if anything). The boycott will not hit where any official will hurt. Action is absolutely necessary, but I would strongly caution that a boycott … [Read more...] about Not much chance for success from Rates Boycott
