KZN govt welcomes arrests of invaders at Durban court
KZN's Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs has welcomed the arrests of five men after an armed group invaded a Durban High Court construction site.
The group, believed to be from a business forum, forced their way onto the site on Margaret Mncadi Avenue and, to gain control of the site, chased workers and contractors away last week.
The high court's undergoing a multi-million-rand renovation that's expected to be completed in 2025.
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In a statement the department says the project, which includes redevelopments, is aimed at boosting judicial functions.
"Although this is a project of the national Department of Public Works, we have a keen interest in the speedy and successful completion of the project.
"It will not only be a huge boost to the efficient functioning of the High Court, but it is also a timeous boost to the regeneration of the inner city.
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"We also commend the security cluster and the MEC for Community Safety and Liaison. Their quick and effective response speaks to their commitment to fulfilling the undertakings that the government has made in engagements with organised business.”
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