ActionSA’s Dr. Nasiphi Moya receives strong community backing as residents reject DA candidate Cilliers Brink’s return bid.
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| Then and Now: Cilliers Brink during his time as Tshwane mayor (left) and Dr. Nasiphi Moya, the city’s current mayor (right), whose leadership has drawn strong community support. |
The Democratic Alliance’s (DA) announcement that Cilliers Brink will contest the mayoral seat in Tshwane for the 2026 elections has reignited public debate. For many residents, Brink’s previous tenure is remembered as a period of neglect, while his successor, Dr. Nasiphi Moya of ActionSA, is being credited with revitalizing the capital through service delivery and job creation.
Perceptions of Neglect Under Brink
During the DA’s control of Tshwane, critics argue that service delivery was unevenly distributed. Township communities alleged they were marginalized while wealthier suburbs benefited most from municipal resources. This fueled resentment and created the perception that Brink governed for a privileged few rather than the whole city.
When Brink was removed through a motion of no confidence in 2024, the city was facing financial strain, failing infrastructure, and service delivery disruptions. Residents say their patience had worn thin.
Moya’s Visible Service Delivery Gains
In contrast, Dr. Nasiphi Moya, who took office in October 2024, is being praised for making service delivery more visible and accessible. Communities report improved access to water, waste collection, and electricity repairs in areas long neglected.
Jobs, Dignity, and Hope
Perhaps most significantly, residents highlight that more jobs have been created during Moya’s administration. Local recruitment drives, expanded municipal work programmes, and new partnerships with private sector investors are credited with opening up employment opportunities something absent during Brink’s tenure, according to residents.
For many, these jobs are not just economic lifelines but also a symbol of restored dignity. “At least now we see progress and opportunities for our children,” one resident explained.
Cillier Brink has been announced as the DA’s mayoral candidate in the City of Tshwane for next year’s local government elections.
— EWN Reporter (@ewnreporter) August 15, 2025
Brink served as mayor for 18 months before being removed by a motion of no confidence. @JusstAlpha pic.twitter.com/IkfWSYXmKx
Distrust of the DA’s Return
Some residents even suggest that repeated infrastructure breakdowns such as fires at power stations are attempts to discredit Moya’s leadership. While unproven, such suspicions underline the extent of distrust toward the DA and its candidate.
A City That Won’t Go Back
Brink faces an uphill battle convincing Tshwane’s citizens that he deserves a second chance. Many argue that under his leadership, the capital stagnated, while under Moya, there is visible momentum both in basic services and in job creation.
As the 2026 elections approach, residents appear clear: they don’t want to return to what they call “eight wasted years.” Instead, they want to build on the progress that has begun under Dr. Nasiphi Moya’s watch.
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