The City of Tshwane has defended its decision to fine a man who grew crops on municipal land outside his house.
Joe Nkuna, a homeowner from Theresa Park, was fined R1,500 for allegedly breaking the city's by-laws.But the City of Tshwane says there's been a misunderstanding.
It says the problem is that Nkuna boasted on Facebook about grabbing a piece of land -- illegally -- and then planting mielies on it. Nkuna and the City of Tshwane have confirmed they are in talks and are hoping they can settle this matter out of court.
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