Question NW2757 to the Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs
24 December 2021 - NW2757
Mokgotho, Ms SM to ask the Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs
(a) What measures does she intend to put in place to assist the Moses Kotane Local Municipality to rebuild and/or repair the road in Mmorong village in Ward 11, which is eroded and has a huge pothole that turns into a stream of water when it rains, rendering the road dangerous to drive on and (b) on what date is it envisaged that the measures will be implemented?
Reply:
The stormwater outlet was deliberately blocked by community members during riots in the area and sometimes they dump garden waste in the channel which caused the stormwater system not to operate on its optimum level. Once the stormwater system is overloaded, water will overflow on the road and pond to the lowest point. This led to the weakening of the road surface and development of potholes, and the road was also further damaged during illegal connection of water by community members. The improper backfilling and sealing of the road by community members led to the formation of potholes during rainy season.
The Municipality intends to rehabilitate that section of the road and upgrade the stormwater management. The Municipality will prioritize the remedial works during the budget adjustment process in the current financial year.