Note to Editors: Please find attached English and Afrikaans soundbites by Cllr Carina Serfontein and Sesotho soundbite by David Masoeu MPL. See attached pictures here, here, and here.
The Democratic Alliance (DA) has written to the Municipal Manager (MM) and intensified oversight to ensure urgent intervention and repairs to the failing stormwater drainage infrastructure in Koppies, which has remained unresolved since September 2025.
This continued neglect has directly affected residents, as collapsing infrastructure has led to persistent flooding, property damage, and growing safety risks within the community.
Critical water drainage pipes in the affected area have collapsed, and no adequate repairs have been undertaken. As a result, the situation has deteriorated significantly, particularly during the current rainy season, which has intensified water flow and placed additional pressure on already failing infrastructure.
Several homes on the affected street are now directly affected, with residents experiencing persistent water accumulation, property damage, and increased safety risks. What was initially an infrastructure concern has now escalated into a matter affecting residents’ daily living conditions.
The DA finds it unacceptable that such a prolonged delay in addressing essential infrastructure has persisted, especially where it directly impacts vulnerable communities.
We urge the MM to act now and deliver the following:
- Immediate repairs or replacement of the damaged stormwater drainage pipes are prioritised,
- A comprehensive technical assessment of the affected infrastructure is conducted,
- Temporary measures are implemented to mitigate water flow during ongoing rainfall, and
- A clear and transparent timeline for resolution is communicated to residents.
Failure to act decisively will result in further damage to infrastructure, increased financial burden on both residents and the municipality, and potential health and safety hazards.
The DA remains committed to holding the administration accountable and to ensuring that residents receive the basic services they are entitled to.