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ETHEKWINI: KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Human Settlements and Public Works Mr Sipho “KK” Nkosi on Thursday 12 October 2023, paid a visit at Mfume Clinic in Amanzimtoti, south of Durban.
Today's visit cements continuation of a standing Departmental service delivery monitoring initiative, dubbed Operation Siyahlola.
MEC Nkosi was accompanied by a team of departmental technocrats who presented succinct technical information on construction work that is currently underway.
The clinic was established in 1981 and, has over the years, provided essential primary health care services to the surrounding communities.
This facility is currently undergoing major roof renovations and some structural additions. The scope of work also covers removal of asbestos roof and damaged ceiling to be replaced with Iverted Box Rib (IBR) roof sheets which includes new ceiling and aluminium gutters.
Labour was sourced locally with the youth given an opportunity to develop their skills while working in this R1 830 070,33 project which is due for completion by the end of November 2023.
The government has made great strides in bringing health services closer to the people. The work will continue despite all challenges to redress health inequalities by ensuring that government facilities in rural areas are properly staffed and have the necessary resources to function effectively.
The MEC applauded the department for appointing young contractors in this particular project. “When the democratic government came into power in 1994, a commitment to address socio-economic challenges facing previously disadvantaged groups was made. Therefore, this project bears testimony to that commitment of the country's economic development as it employs Women, Youth, and People with Disabilities,” said MEC Nkosi.
