Durban businesses have criticised eThekwini metro for the slow pace of rebuilding the city after the July 2021 riots and April 2022 floods.
and for not sharing a detailed infrastructure plan to mitigate the effect of adverse weather conditions brought about by climate change.
“The report sheds light on the extent of infrastructure damage, which is at an estimated cost of a staggering R287 million and counting. It also highlights the unfortunate loss of 11 lives and the widespread devastation inflicted upon homes, roads, and water and stormwater systems,” the statement read.
Gift of the Givers Foundation Community Liaison Officer Bilall Jeewa said mostly older and poorly built homes had been flooded during the 27 June rains and the organisation had provided victims with 550 food hampers as well as building materials.
Phili said many businesses rebuilt and re-engineered their business operations after the July 2021 unrest and April 2022 floods. But, infrastructure restoration, which is the responsibility of local government as part of its service delivery mandate, was “happening at a very slow pace”.
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