Klerksdorp Record, Klerksdorp - The Matlosana Municipality is being taken to task by taxi drivers in the city when the drivers blocked entrances to the municipal buildings with their vehicles earlier this week.
Taxi drivers said they were fed-up with the condition of roads causing damage to their vehicles.
Nelson Mongale, Director of Technical and Infrastructure in the City of Matlosana, had no choice but to meet with the taxi drivers from Jouberton Ext 6, 7, and 13 to address their concerns regarding road conditions.
The meeting on Tuesday March 11 provided a platform for the taxi drivers to voice their challenges, which will be duly addressed, said Ntswaki Makgetha, municipal spokesperson.
In the meantime, the Roads Section has initiated minor repairs, focusing on patching potholes in Matlosana using internal teams. Notable progress has been made in Platan Street, Chris Hani Street, OR Tambo Street, and Vuyisile Majova in Khuma. She said that additional roads will be attended to in due course.
“The municipality aims to address the backlog in road maintenance once necessary materials are secured and the budget is allocated accordingly.”
