Lerato Serero
SEDIBENG. – The water, soil and air of this area is so contaminated that its residents, particularly children, are at risk of developing health problems.
This shocking revelation was made by the Democratic Alliance’s (DA’s) Gauteng Premier candidate and current Tshwane mayor, Solly Msimanga who said that the Vaal region is on the brink of collapse as R800 million went ‘missing’ according to a report released by the Auditor-General.
Msimanga said that this money was meant for the provision of services, such as waste management and the maintenance of the sewage and water works, for the people of Sharpeville, Sebokeng, Boipatong and adjacent towns but which was systematically looted through corrupt tenders from the ANC government.
“As a result, the people of Emfuleni and the Vaal Triangle have been put in grave danger as collapsing infrastructure means that residents and their livestock are exposed to toxic waste and pollution on a daily basis.
“The water, soil and air have now become so polluted that children in the area are at risk of developing kidney conditions as well as asthma and other respiratory problems.” Msimanga will this week take his ‘Listening Tour’ through Emfuleni to hear the daily challenges of the residents.
