Speed humps and pavements constructed in Isipingo

THE work of revitalising ward 90 continues as construction workers were seen on July 3 undertaking projects that, once complete, will make the whole area beautiful and safe.

Also read: Several projects underway in Isipingo

Councillor Shad Nowbuth said after his ward received the biggest budget of all eThekwini Municipality’s wards, many more projects are in the pipeline.

“Speed humps are being constructed by the municipality in high traffic volume residential roads. Several have already been constructed and others are in the process of being constructed. Two have been put up in Isipingo’s Dahlia Place and another two in Isipingo Hills’ Azalea Place. Five more are to be constructed in Ocean Terrace at Isipingo Beach, and these will be completed soon,” said Nowbuth.

He said the traffic calming measures are being constructed to address residents’ safety concerns as some drivers use residential roads to race.

“Those people have a total disregard for other residents’ safety. I will be meeting with metro police soon so that they know about this,” he said.

To ensure the safety of pedestrians, especially the learners of Isipingo Primary School, a pavement has been constructed in Dahlia Place. Nowbuth said the M35 road remains a blemish to Isipingo because of its state. The road was damaged after numerous protests by residents from a nearby transit camp who would burn tyres and other debris when demanding proper houses. This caused fatigue on the tarmac, leaving the road with potholes.

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