In Kimberley on Thursday, 18th January, President Cyril Ramaphosa launched a housing mega-project in which R1 billion has been allocated to building approximately 4,000 houses across Northern Cape municipalities.

This project is part of the government’s plan to “eradicate informal settlements and unsuitable housing structures”. The initiative is expected to be completed within the next 12-18 months.

Despite concerns raised about the project, Ramaphosa stated, “We know that right here in Roodepan and in other parts of the municipality, there are social housing structures that were not built according to quality standards or are facing challenges with wastewater drainage and groundwater seepage – this will not be allowed to happen again.”

Darul Ihsan Media Desk