The City of Ekurhuleni’s MMC for Community Services and By-Law Enforcement, Siyabonga Moloi, together with senior officials, including the caretaker HOD for Community Services and HOD for primary health care, Lesego Sentsho, conducted a site inspection at the Springs Clinic on April 17.

According to the city, the visit comes after concerns about the facility’s structural condition and a developing sinkhole on the premises.

The Springs Advertiser recently reported on the issue, where residents expressed concern about the sunken ground at the premises.

The city said that the immediate contingency measures have been put in place to ensure the safety of patients and staff, and health services will continue without interruption.

“We have made a decision to call our sister department to do a geotechnical study on the sinkhole and the built environment issue.

“We have also addressed concerns with the workers. We are calling on the city manager to meet with them on Monday to address their concerns that are safety-related and we can assure our residents that the services will be prioritised, but also their safety in the buildings is of paramount importance for us,” explained Moloi.

The MMC assured the residents that they could continue coming to the clinic until the city advises otherwise.

The city said that relevant departments will conduct comprehensive structural integrity assessments and remains committed to ensuring safe, reliable healthcare facilities for all residents. Updates will be shared as assessments progress.

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