This is according to the Maluti-a-Phofung (MAP) municipality spokesperson, Thabo Kessah, who mentioned in a media statement that work would start on Thursday (15 September, 2022) at 10:00.

He says a service provider has been appointed, who will be closely monitored by officials from the municipality.

Kessah reiterated that at this stage it is still difficult to estimate when the work will be completed, as each stage will need to undergo multiple tests that will certify work expected to be covered.

Futhermore, he mentioned that “due to the magnitude of the work to be done, all residents are requested to allow work to proceed peacefully without any undue interference and pressure”.

OFM News previously reported that quotations were set to close at 13:00 (14 September, 2022) whereafter a service provider would be appointed.

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Meanwhile, Democratic Alliance (DA) councilor, Allison Oates, says she had initiated a meeting with residents to address their frustrations and update them on new developments.

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She says this meeting, which was scheduled for Wednesday (14 September, 2022) had to be canceled after security services warned of safety concerns.

OFM News/Mpho Mohapi