eThekwini resolves service delivery disruptions
eThekwini Municipal officials say the four-week interruption of work that left many parts of the municipality without essential services has been resolved.
The breakthrough follows a series of meetings between City leadership and aggrieved parties to reach an amicable solution to end the service disruption.
eThekwini filed an interdict two weeks ago, prohibiting the intimidation, harassment and assault of municipal employees and contractors.
The interdict was sought after a group had been threatening municipal staff as they tried to carry out their duties.
Some private sub-contractors were also affected. Ethekwini says it has now started to address the backlog in service delivery.
Officials say areas without water and electricity will be given priority. Employees and contractors most affected by the threats will also have support from security services.
A joint operation committee has been formed and will meet regularly to monitor the situation.
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