Fight night money-spinner boosts funds for community projects
The event served to raise funds for the Salt Rock Rejuvenation Project, which will see several aesthetic upgrades to the east and west side of the N2 overpass, including an inverter system for traffic lights.
The white collar event attracted an attendance of more than a 100 spectators, with 16 fighters, including two ward councillors, billed to have a go at one another in support of the good cause.
The goal of the fundraiser is to bring new life to the east and west side of the N2 overpass at Salt Rock, where landscaping efforts are to take place.
Aside from this, an inverter for traffic lights will be installed to ease traffic congestion in the area during loadshedding.
Salt Rock ward councillor Privi Makhan said security would also receive a boost with the installation of several number plate recognition cameras around Salt Rock and along the R102.
Speaking to the Courier on Monday, Makhan said at least R425 000 had been raised so far, half of the total funds needed to complete the various projects.
“We will begin with the aesthetic upgrades first from November, which should be completed in time for the festive season holidays,” she said.
Makhan extended her thanks to the private sector for their collaboration to improve the local community.
“I am overwhelmed by the goodwill and generosity of everyone who attended to make the event a success,” she said.
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