eThekwini allocates almost R200-million to tackle land invasions
The eThekwini Municipality says almost R200-million in additional funds has been set aside to buy land in an effort to eradicate informal settlements and fast track service delivery.
The move comes just days after multiple waves of land invasion hit parts of the city including Cato Crest and Clare Estate.
eThekwini says the amount was approved yesterday for the 2018/19 financial year at an EXCO meeting.
It says it will be in addition to the R25-million already spent by the Human Settlements Unit to buy land.
Meanwhile Black First Land First has had its bank account frozen - after failing to pay the costs it was liable for when the movement was interdicted.
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Independent business group Saaker-Ligha was granted an interdict in the Pretoria High Court - prohibiting BLF and its leaders from inciting land grabs.
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