eThekwini municipality to cough up almost R200m in failed legal battles with three service providers

This figure could rise as one provider claims it is owed R500m — plus interest

12 June 2025 - 16:59 By MLUNGISI MHLOPHE-GUMEDE

The eThekwini municipality owes three service providers about R200m after failed legal action over tenders...

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