Heavy rains leave Tshwane dealing with sinkholes, road closures, and power outages, as the city struggles with urgent repair needs and safety concerns.
A sinkhole in Lyttleton Manor after the ground collapsed on Saturday at a residential property, with experts claiming the hole is increasing in size. Picture: Michel Bega
Yesterday, roads leading to the corner of Van Riebeeck and Trichardt streets in Lyttleton Manor were cordoned off because of a new sinkhole that developed at the corner.Sinkholes cause wall and part of yard to collapseLoad shedding downgraded: Here’s what stage we are onCity of Tshwane MMC for corporate and shared services Kholofelo Morodi last week led a tour and assessment of the five largest sinkholes in Centurion, most of which are in Lyttleton.
A sinkhole in Lyttleton Manor at the corner of Trichardt and Van Riebeeck Streets in Centurion. Picture: Michel Bega
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