It has been two years since deep excavations in servitude between Rynpark 5 and 6 were dug, yet residents are left wondering when the City of Ekurhuleni (CoE) will complete this project.

According to a resident, who wished to remain anonymous, teams from CoE’s Department of Water and Sanitation swooped into the servitude in 2024 to tend to a leaking water pipe.

“They dug in this servitude as well inside Rynpark 5, close to the wall bordering Lessing Street,” said the resident.

“The pipes were exposed, parts were replaced and off they went – not returning until the end of January.”

According to the resident, teams excavated another portion of the pipeline at the entrance of Rynpark 6 on Struben Street.

“Water was spraying like a fountain, and then as abruptly as they arrived, they left again, leaving behind pipe fittings. It has since been placed inside the property for safekeeping,” he said.

“I cannot understand how a project such as this has been left incomplete for 24 months. Who does not have access to an adequate water supply?

“These trenches are dangerous and have become nesting grounds for vermin and pests.”

Responding to questions, CoE spokesperson Zweli Dlamini said work on the water line will be completed by March, and the three holes would also be closed and rehabilitated.

“The affected waterline feeds part of Rynfield, and excavations were initiated to isolate the line,” said Dlamini.

“The project is taking longer than expected due to the fact that the servitude and subsequently the line, have been encroached upon due to residential development.

“Teams are waiting for specialised fittings and valves to isolate the water line without affecting the distribution water network and finalise the repairs.”

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