Lesufi Slams DA Billboard, Accuses Party of Hypocrisy Over Service Delivery

Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has hit back at a Democratic Alliance billboard campaign, accusing the opposition party of hypocrisy over service delivery failures in areas it governs.

According to News24, Lesufi’s fierce rebuttal comes as political tensions escalate over infrastructure management, housing projects, and public utilities across South Africa’s economic hub. The African National Congress provincial chairperson challenged the opposition’s track record, pointing to persistent municipal challenges in regions under Democratic Alliance administration.

The latest clash highlights deep-seated disagreements between provincial leadership and opposition parties regarding who bears responsibility for deteriorating local infrastructure and energy disruptions. Lesufi’s direct response aims to pivot public scrutiny back toward opposition-led municipalities, questioning their ability to deliver basic services to residents.

Political analysts note that the exchange underscores a broader strategy by provincial leaders to neutralize opposition criticism ahead of upcoming legislative cycles. Both parties continue to trade accusations as local communities grapple with water outages, road maintenance backlogs, and housing shortages.

The provincial government has indicated it will maintain its oversight stance while municipal authorities review ongoing service delivery interventions.