Thursday, 23 January , the Acting Executive Mayor of the City of Tshwane, Cllr Abel Tau, conducted a site visit of a housing development at Atteridgeville Extension 19.
In 2017, the DA-led administration elected to auction the mayoral mansion for R5
million. All proceeds of the sale were transferred to the City’s Human Settlements
Department.
This was in efforts to use resources effectively by targeting low hanging fruit to
accelerate service delivery and support the commitment to be financial prudent in the City’s affairs. As a result, a total of 55 jobs have been created.
Part of the project’s success in improving access to decent housing is the utilization
of alternative building technology that is reliable, durable, environmentally friendly
and easy to maintain.
Upon completion in April 2020, beneficiaries who are currently on the National
Housing Needs Register will be allocated much-needed dignity by having a place to
call home.
“The selection criteria will be restricted to the elderly, people living with disabilities,
child-headed households and socio-economic circumstances of the family,” he said.
Cllr Tau divulged that delays in completing the project was due to the handover
process from the main contractor to a new contractor. He assured that he will watch
the project’s progress closely to avoid further delays.