eThekwini Mayor addresses growing concerns in Clairwood
Issues brought to the forefront during the mayoral outreach included the high rise in unemployment, drugs and crime, illegal businesses, lack of housing, lack of provision of basic services such as water and ablution facilities.
CLAIRWOOD, known for its high volume of businesses, residential properties and growing informal settlements, was paid a much anticipated visit by eThekwini Mayor Mxolisi Kaunda. Kaunda led a delegation of municipal officials to identify and provide solutions to service delivery concerns that are affecting Ward 32 on Friday, 6 March.
During the morning session, the community gathered at Khalid Shah Community Hall in Sir Kumar Reddi Road, Clairwood to voice their concerns and their frustrations regarding slow service delivery in their areas. Issues brought to the forefront included the high rise in unemployment, drugs and crime, illegal businesses, lack of housing, lack of provision of basic services such as water and ablution facilities.
The mayor and his delegation went on a walk about to accelerate service delivery complaints and also for all line departments to ensure all identified complaints receive prompt attention and be completed within a specific time frame.
After the walk about the Mayor had a de-briefing session together with the community to hear their concerns. He committed that all departments will address these concerns with a speedy time frame attached. He also encouraged the community to form small committee groups to create employment for themselves, to educate and empower each other. Kaunda also advised the community not to buy stolen equipment and not to get involved in criminal acts.
The mayor also encouraged men to treat and value women and children and not to neglect or abuse their families. In response to some of the issues raised by the community he stated that companies cannot be forced to employ local labour. He encouraged everyone to study so that they can be considered for job opportunities.
It was further confirmed that all illegal connections will be disconnected but will be reconnected legally. The mayor was pleased with the good attendance by the officials and community members.
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