Chairperson, I appreciate it. If only people would listen and apply their minds. I said very clearly "in the DA-led coalition" metros of Johannesburg and Tshwane. Perhaps they will be digested into the ANC come 9 May. We never know.
ANC-run municipalities in Gauteng, such as Merafong, Rand West City, and Emfuleni, can no longer provide basic services to residents. The
only mistake these residents made was to believe an ANC-led government would ever care about them. The failing ANC only cares about itself. That is not something new. I mean, it is well known. That is why these municipalities invested the people's money in VBS Bank, these very same municipalities. Who was charged, I ask? No one! No one, up until today! You will not find this under a DA-led government because where the DA governs, we do not loot the people's money.
In conclusion, residents in Gauteng are faced with the most important decision of their lives: They can vote for an uncaring and corrupt ANC-led government in Gauteng that is only concerned with filling its pockets, or they can vote for a government with a proven track record, a government that is transparent, accountable and competent, and that government is the DA. Watch this space! I thank you. [Applause.]