ACCORDING to eThekwini Municipality, R500m has been invested to expeditiously address key infrastructure deficiencies in Prospecton and other South Durban Basin (SDB) areas in the coming months.

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This announcement was made by City manager Musa Mbhele during a high-level meeting with captains of industry operating in the SDB at Prospecton’s Toyota South Africa Motors on February 23.

Several concerns were raised by industry representatives about issues that include water supply interruptions, traffic management challenges, and unpleasant odour, noting that these issues are negatively affecting productivity.

Captains of industry expressed their willingness to assist the municipality where possible and emphasised the importance of ongoing and transparent communication to enable them to plan effectively for their operations and maintain productivity. Mbhele, who was accompanied by senior municipal executives, committed that the municipality will resolve the outstanding issues within the coming months. He further indicated that approximately R500m has already been invested in infrastructure improvements within the SDB.

“About 90% of the electrical infrastructure has been replaced, including transformers. Road markings have been restored, and canal maintenance has been undertaken. Two of the three pump stations are operational, while one is currently being upgraded,” said Mbhele.

He further committed to strengthening communication and collaboration with industry stakeholders, emphasising that major cities are built through strong partnerships and that narrowing the trust deficit is key to improving cooperation and transparency.

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