Badroodien also mentions that the city is planning a new project to address the issue in Siyahlala. The project involves installing new chemical toilets in the area to provide residents with a safer and more hygienic sanitation solution.
“We are working closely with community leaders and residents to ensure that the new project meets their needs and provides a long-term solution to the ongoing sanitation challenges in the informal settlement,” says Badroodien.
The city is also exploring options to provide Section G of Siyahlala with access to running water, as this is crucial for maintaining good hygiene and overall health in the community.
Residents like Lona Bukula and Anele Gcebetsha are hopeful that the new project will bring much-needed relief to their community. They are tired of living in squalor and facing health risks due to the lack of proper sanitation facilities.
“We deserve better. We deserve access to clean toilets and running water like everyone else. It’s time for the city to step up and prioritize the needs of informal settlement residents,” says Bukula.
As the city moves forward with its plans to address the sanitation crisis in Siyahlala, residents are hopeful that they will soon have access to safe and hygienic sanitation facilities that meet their basic needs and improve their quality of life.
