Question NW70 to the Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies
06 March 2024 - NW70
Joseph, Mr D to ask the Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies
What temporary arrangements are in place to accommodate the Rocklands community where the Caravelle Post Office building in Mitchells Plain was closed due to a fire that led to the building being demolished; 2. Whether his department is in the process of finding a long-term solution; if not, what is the position in this regard; if so, what are the relevant details? NW71E
Reply:
I have been informed by SAPO as follows:
1. At present customers are directed to the Grassy Park Post Office or Gatesville Post Office for financial and postal services. The delivery of mail to the Mitchells Plain community is provided by two mail delivery depots, namely, Mitchells Plain mail delivery depot and Strandfontein mail delivery depot daily.
2. SAPO has been informed by the landlord that they are in talks with various stakeholders regarding the re-development of the Rocklands property / Caravelle Post Office. However, they are unable to provide exact timelines at this stage and will keep SAPO informed.
SAPO has also reached out to the City of Cape Town to source alternative premises.
Thank you