eThekwini to proceed with R22m statues
Despite an outcry over the cost, there's no turning back on eThekwini's decision to erect two life-size statues of Nelson Mandela and OR Tambo.
The two statues landed in the city last week from China.
They are said to have cost R22 million.
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eThekwini Mayor Mxolisi Kaunda says the two pieces were procured several years ago.
"This project started in 2017 when the council took a resolution to transform the City Hall precinct by having statues of O.R. Tambo and Nelson Mandela along church walk. However, the delivery of the statues was negatively affected by the outbreak of the Covid-19.
"So, we are pleased that the statues have been delivered successfully and are kept in one of our storage facilities while we are concluding the process of installing them."
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"Both statues cost roughly R22 million. This was the cheapest figure as compared to others who wanted almost the same price for only one statue. "
