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As KwaZulu-Natal faces another round of heavy rainfall, the scars of the April 2022 floods still linger in eThekwini. This article explores the municipality's preparations, the ongoing challenges faced by flood victims, and the urgent need for improved infrastructure maintenance
She will leverage her platform to raise awareness about the ongoing needs of flood victims, and make a tangible difference via fundraising efforts
In response to the widespread devastation caused by severe weather events, ranging from floods and heatwaves to veld fires and droughts, the South African government has allocated R1. 44 billion to kickstart recovery effort
An insurance expert warns that poor municipal management in KwaZulu-Natal is worsening the financial impact of natural disasters. Misallocated funds and ineffective infrastructure maintenance are increasing insurance claims, forcing residents to pay higher premiums while already contributing through taxes.
Minister Thembi Simelane's R100 million flood relief package aims to revolutionise KwaZulu-Natal's housing landscape, combining immediate disaster response with innovative, climate-resilient construction solutions to protect vulnerable communities.