The Democratic Alliance (DA) is concerned over the massive delays on the state of the Nokeng Bridge.
The DA spokesperson for human settlements in Ekurhuleni, Clr Mabenkenyane Thamahane, said the party is appalled by the failing ANC’s lack of will to implement service delivery and change communities’ lives.
“I have recently asked the MMC for infrastructure, Ald Robert Mashigo, on the state of the Nokeng Bridge.
“The bridge collapsed in September 2017 and has been closed since.
“The outlet of the bridge is badly damaged and the department subsequently closed the bridge due to safety concerns.
“The department has responded by stating that the redesign of the bridge has been completed, and the Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (GDARD) have already issued the General Authorisation (GA).
“However, the Water Use Licence Authorisation (WULA) is still pending,” said Thamahane.
He said what is of concern is that the department also indicated that there is no allocated budget yet for fixing the bridge damages and no contractors have been appointed. Thamahane said the closure of the bridge is causing huge frustrations to the residents of Moedi and Khatlamping.
“This road acts as the connecting route to other parts of Tembisa, including Rabasotho Police Station and Tembisa Hospital and the bridge was used to transport children to schools.
“We will circulate a petition in the community to pressure the City to urgently repair and fix this bridge.
“We cannot remain silent while the failing ANC neglects our communities,” Thamahane said.
He said the DA is ready to deliver meaningful change to the people they serve.
