Residents in Fourways will be pleased to know that the intersection of Campbell and Uranium roads, once plagued by endless pipe bursts and potholes, has undergone repairs.
The Ward 94 councillor, David Foley, attributed the frequent problems to aging infrastructure, sharing instances where pipe bursts occurred constantly.
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However, thanks to recent interventions and Foley’s calls, the road has been transformed, and residents can now enjoy a smoother driving experience.
“I am pleased to report that the intersection of Uranium Street and Cedar Road is no longer bumpy with periodic potholes.
“This repair was completed this week, and during my oversight visit, I can state that the repairs should hold for the future as they have been done to a good standard. I wish everyone safe travels.”
“Please remember the Uranium Street speed limit is 60 kmph; let’s keep to it to ensure everyone’s safety.”
While some minor work remains, including redoing the paving, Foley is thrilled with the progress made so far.
This comes after Broadacres resident, Maj Saffari, raised concerns about what he described as ‘endless patchwork repairs that do not last.’
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He said at the time that the same stretches of the roads have been patched at least six times since 2022, yet potholes quickly reappear, particularly after rainfall or heavy truck use.
Saffari argued at the time that this cycle highlights poor workmanship, wasted taxpayer money, and a lack of accountability by the Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA), the Gauteng Roads and Transport Department, and their contractors.
“It feels like money is being poured into the same potholes over and over again, without any intention of finding a proper fix,” he said.
Three weeks ago, media queries were submitted to JRA and the provincial department asking how many times the roads have been repaired since July 2022, why a more durable solution has not been implemented, and what mechanisms are in place to hold contractors accountable when repairs fail.
To date, despite repeated follow-ups, no response has been received. However, there is a visible improvement on the roads as seen by Fourways Review on September 5,
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