- Official Road Construction Projects in Ward 2 and Ward 10: The Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Local Municipality has appointed contractors to build access roads in Ward 2 and Ward 10, aiming to improve infrastructure and community connectivity.
- Contractors and Specific Road Routes: Eyethu Construction has been tasked with constructing the road from Mqhokweni to Nokhatshile in Ward 2, while Vuyie Xolie Construction will build the road from Ntlenzi to Mcetheni in Ward 10.
- Community Impact and Employment Opportunities: The road projects are expected to generate temporary jobs for more than five residents in each ward, providing economic benefits alongside infrastructural improvements.
- Community and Government Collaboration: Ward councillors expressed their gratitude and commitment to collaborating with the contractors to ensure timely completion of the projects, addressing long-standing community challenges.
The Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Local Municipality has taken a major step in improving community life by officially handing over contractors who will build access roads in Ward 2 and Ward 10.
In Ward 2, Eyethu Construction has been appointed to build the road from Mqhokweni to Nokhatshile, while in Ward 10, Vuyie Xolie Construction will construct the road from Ntlenzi to Mcetheni.
This development has brought joy and excitement to residents of both wards, as the projects are expected to create temporary job opportunities for more than five people in each ward. Ward councillors expressed their gratitude, noting that the construction of these roads addresses a challenge that communities have faced for years. They also pledged to work hand in hand with the contractors to ensure the work is completed within the set timeframe.
The programme, driven by the municipality, is seen as an important step in improving service delivery, bringing infrastructure closer to communities, and creating short-term employment. Both roads are expected to be completed within six months.