The Swartland Municipality is upgrading the wastewater treatment works of Moorreesburg, a rural town in the Western Cape at a cost of R122 million (VAT excluding). The project which commenced in October 2020 is on track to be completed by January 2023 and is one of the largest capital projects in the history of Moorreesburg.
Anton Bredell, MEC for Local Government, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning in the Western Cape has welcomed the project.
“The new facility will replace the old one which dates back to 1975 and which has reached the end of its life cycle. In the Western Cape we believe in continuously upgrading and expanding infrastructure to ensure that our people get the quality basic services they deserve.”
The Western Cape Government is also in the process of completing a new 880 learner high school in the town of Moorreesburg, expected to be completed in 2022.
“In addition the municipality is expecting SANRAL to start with major road upgrades to the N7 highway in the area this year. The work includes the upgrading of the road surface and the upgrading of strategic crossings along this route. These upgrades are especially important to the agricultural sector, for the safe and reliable transport of goods to and from the farms in the region.”
Bredell says these projects will all lead to job creation in the region but is also proof of the Swartland municipality’s ongoing efforts to ensure its towns remain economically viable and attractive for investment and growth.
“It is critical that municipal leaders constantly plan ahead and work with partners including national and provincial government, to ensure a better life for all the people living within its region.”