WITH three major water and sanitation projects underway in Ward 35 that are worth approximately more than R100m, the latest sewerage pipe replacement project on Homeford Drive has been welcomed by councillor Bradley Singh.

In recent years, residents have had to contend with bursts, overflows and a non-functioning pumpstation, with many residents having wastewater flowing into their properties.

Singh said the project was necessitated due to frequent ruptures of the sewerage pipe.

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“The municipality took the decision to replace close to 200m of sewerage pipe as there were so many breakages on the line that they couldn’t repair it anymore. Homeford Drive has always had sewage overflow issues and that worsened after the 2022 floods. The lack of maintenance on the line could also have contributed to the problems.

“This project was long overdue and both the residents and I welcome it as we cannot have a situation where raw sewage is flowing into people’s homes and also into the ocean. Work is set to continue until December 14 and workers will return in the new year to put the finishing touches and secure tie-ins. This project is one of three on the go with regards to sewerage infrastructure, including the construction of a new rising main sewer pipe worth R17m on Armstrong Avenue and work to the uMhlanga Wastewater Treatment Works (WWTW),” he said.

Meanwhile the City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate reaffirmed its commitment to restoring and improving sanitation infrastructure across the city, following extensive damage caused by recent floods and ongoing operational challenges.

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“However, the volume of effluent received at WWTWs remains below the 100% target, averaging just 62% in August. The number of functional pumpstations has increased to 226, with targeted repairs continuing to restore full operational capacity. Sewer fault response times have also improved, with 89% of blockages attended to within 24 hours.”

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