Here are the top stories from Midrand that you should know about:
DA and EFF demand accountability and formal investigation for R82m school project maladministration
The Democratic Alliance (DA) and Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) in Gauteng are demanding accountability and a formal investigation into the construction of the R82m Mayibuye Primary School in Rabie Ridge. This follows the recent report by the Public Protector regarding allegations that officials from the Gauteng Department of Infrastructure Development (GDID) and the Gauteng Department of Education (GDE) improperly built the school on an old sewer line, without conducting a wetland study, and spent over R82m on an incomplete project.
Rabie Ridge residents block Pikitup Midrand depot
The Rabie Ridge Resident’s Association has blocked Stilt Avenue leading to the Midrand’s Pikitup depot with burning tyres and debris. The association’s chairperson Charles Jones said they demand employment for the area’s youth. Jones said after four meetings with Pikitup depot management, they feel the youth of Rabie Ridge is marginalised.
The fight against illegal dumping in Ward 132 continues
The scourge of illegal dumping continues to plague Ward 132, despite the commendable efforts of the city’s Augmented Field Service Unit (AFSU) programme. With new illegal dumping sites cropping up frequently, the community faces an ongoing battle to maintain cleanliness and environmental integrity. Recently, another illegal dumping site has materialised at the corner of Janadel Avenue and Smuts Road in Halfway Gardens, further underscoring the pressing need to address this issue.
That’s all for this week’s top stories from Midrand. Stay tuned for more updates and news from your local area!
