Millions have been set aside to repair pothole-riddled roads across KZN.

Premier Thami Ntuli announced this during last week’s State of the Province Address, revealing that the provincial government has allocated R216m and will start with the backlog of 3.12 million square metres of potholes.

“In achieving this, we have secured 55 trucks with over 100 roadworker aids and supervisors appointed, with the main objective of eradicating potholes across the provincial road network.

“This effort is to reduce the impact of potholes on vehicles leading to punctures and wheel damage, traffic congestion and delays. This would assist in reducing the risk of accidents, including fatalities, and improve mobility and economic activity in the province,” said Ntuli.

He said road infrastructure remains a critical pillar of connectivity, linking people to opportunities, markets and services, while reinforcing social and economic integration across the province.

The premier cited several road infrastructure projects across various districts.

“In northern KwaZulu-Natal, the P47/3 Melmoth project has achieved 65% progress, with over 66 000 square metres completed at a cost of R159.1m, while the P90 in Nkandla stands at 55% completion, with 36 000 square metres delivered through an investment of R423.4m.

“These projects improve accessibility in historically underserved areas, and directly support agricultural activity, small businesses and cultural tourism initiatives,” said Ntuli.

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