The Executive Mayor of Gert Sibande District Municipality, Cllr Walter Mngomezulu, joined by the Executive Mayor of Mkhondo Local Municipality, Cllr Ngelosi Ndhlovu, recently conducted an oversight visit to the Gabosch Dam water infrastructure project to assess progress on the multi-million-rand development.
The visit formed part of ongoing efforts to monitor the implementation of the project, which is currently 67% complete and expected to be finalised by October 23 2026.
During the oversight visit, the delegation received a detailed briefing on the current stage of construction, inspected completed work, and engaged with stakeholders involved in the implementation of the project. The initiative is aimed at improving water supply in Mkhondo and surrounding communities.
The leadership emphasised the strategic importance of the project, highlighting its potential to improve service delivery and contribute positively to the socio-economic development of the area once completed.
Among those who attended the visit were municipal officials from various municipalities, including Zululand District Municipality and Sunrise News Local Municipality, ward councillors, Mkhondo Local Municipality Municipal Manager Mthandeni Mkhonza, officials from the Department of Water and Sanitation, as well as other relevant stakeholders.
The project is expected to play a significant role in strengthening water security and supporting future development in the Mkhondo region.
