The City of Cape Town has welcomed a decisive ruling from the Western Cape High Court, reinstating an interim interdict designed to shield the MyCiTi bus service construction project along Govan Mbeki Road in Philippi from a growing wave of extortion and intimidation.
This ruling, which remains in effect until 21 April 2026, empowers authorities to arrest anyone who threatens officials or contractors, aiming to ensure the unhindered progression of this vital public transport initiative, Cape town Etc reports.
The original interdict was issued on 3 June 2025, following alarming reports of death threats and verbal intimidation faced by City officials and contractor staff.
Mayoral Committee Member for Urban Mobility, Councillor Rob Quintas, stated:
I welcome this decision and am relieved that the officials and contractor can continue their work at this site. The City will not yield to attempts by any individual or grouping to extort business opportunities or hijack our projects. There are lawful and transparent processes available to local businesses and residents from affected wards to apply for available opportunities that are part of this construction project.