DURBAN mayor, Councillor James Nxumalo launched Arbor week and clean-up month on Monday, 1 September. The mayor and eThekwini Municipality Management kick started the day by participating in a clean-up campaign at the KwaMashu Train Station.
He spoke to commuters about the importance of preserving the environment and ways to reduce the effects of climate change. Nxumalo also spoke about keeping a sustainable environment for future generations.
He also took a train ride from KwaMashu Train Station to Moses Mabhida Stadium. “Let us plant more trees and clean our environment to maintain a green and beautiful City,” said Nxumalo.
He urged all residents to play a part in the preservation of the environment. The municipality has committed itself in playing its role as the leader in the climate change issue, in the local government sphere.
“As a municipality, we pride ourselves in the major strides that we have taken in pushing this agenda of environmental awareness and nature conservation, and as proof of our commitment, last year the city planted over 13 000 indigenous trees and 3918 exotic trees including fruit trees in many parts of our city,” the mayor said.
The verge competition which started in 2012, is underway. Residents are encouraged to nominate worthy verges by sending a photo of the verge to 083 288 8790 or email: charles.ambrose@durban.gov.za or hand deliver it to Parks, Leisure and Cemeteries Department office at 70 St Thomas Road in Durban, Botanic Gardens.
Please include the address of the proposed verge, the name and contact details of the resident. Please indicate whether it is a residential house, town house, complex, or industrial area. The closing date for the submission of entries is 30 September 2014.
