What we can all learn from the advocacy work of the Asivikelane campaign

Integrity for basic services - How the Asivikelane coalition is making a difference for city residents in South Africa

Access to clean water, sanitation, and reliable basic services is a fundamental right. But ensuring these services are delivered fairly and consistently requires more than just policy—it requires integrity.

These videos highlight the crucial role integrity plays in water and sanitation service delivery, particularly in vulnerable communities across South Africa. In a series of interviews, Mondli Mabuza, a Community Facilitator at Asivikelane, shared input on the corruption and integrity failures he sees and the ways they impact his community's access to water and sanitation. He showcases the power of holding municipalities accountable and driving real change.

Asivikelane tackles corruption in the procurement and maintenance of essential services—such as broken taps and toilets left unrepaired, uncollected refuse, and misallocated budgets for infrastructure upgrades. Volunteers in informal settlements gather firsthand data on service delivery failures and engage directly with municipal departments to ensure waste, water, and sanitation issues are addressed

Asivikelane—meaning “Let’s Protect Each Other”—reminds us that honesty, accountability, and collaboration are not optional—they are essential.

Watch the stories. Listen to the voices. Integrity matters.