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The Nyandeni Local Municipality has officially handed over a road construction project connecting Corana and Ngolo villages. The project sign the start of a new phase in local infrastructure development aimed at boosting service delivery and community empowerment.
WHAT HAPPENED
Residents of Corana and Ngolo gathered to witness the official handover of the construction site to a contractor appointed by the Nyandeni Local Municipality. The new road will connect the two communities, improving transport access and supporting local mobility for workers, learners, and small businesses.
The project forms part of the municipality’s broader development plan to upgrade rural infrastructure and deliver better services. Local residents expressed excitement over the project’s potential to improve daily life and unlock new opportunities.
One community member said, “This road will make it easier for us to reach clinics, schools, and markets. It shows that the municipality is listening to our needs.”
OFFICIAL RESPONSE
Municipal officials said the initiative demonstrates Nyandeni’s ongoing commitment to responsive and people-centered development.
A spokesperson for the municipality stated, “This project is more than a road. It’s a bridge to progress — creating jobs, promoting local business, and connecting communities.”
The municipality also emphasized that the project will prioritize local labour and suppliers to ensure the economic benefits remain within the community.
COMMUNITY IMPACT
Beyond improving access, the Corana–Ngolo road project is expected to stimulate local employment and business growth. By using community labour and small contractors, the project supports both infrastructure expansion and social upliftment.
The municipality urged residents to take pride in maintaining the development and to continue collaborating in future projects.
