Millions spent on theft and vandalism across the metro
By Shanice Naidoo
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Cape Town - City of Cape Town has more than R15.5 million repairing and replacing infrastructure damaged by vandalism, theft and illegal connections across the metro.
The City said in a press release that has been an increase in incidents since the national Covid-19 lockdown started.
“Area south in the metro is the most affected. These illegal actions impact service delivery to residents, communities and road users, and help is needed to stop the scourge. In recent months, Jakes Gerwel Drive streetlights, Strandfontein Road streetlights and Pelican Park streetlight infrastructure was targeted by criminals and criminal syndicates,” said the statement.
The City of Cape Town has expanded its dedication towards an electric future by erecting its second electric vehicle (EV) charging station. Situated in the Somerset West Civic Centre s parking area, the station is part of the City s continuous effort to enhance Cape Town s readiness for the full influx of electric vehicles in the future.
The City s Mayoral Committee Member for Energy and Climate Change, Councillor Phindile Maxiti, said: This kind of proactive response to climate change will assist our City s recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic over the coming years as the green economy offers new opportunities for businesses and jobseekers. It also helps to ensure that the local economy can continue to trade competitively in a global world that is rapidly rejecting carbon-intensive goods and services. It is important that South Africa is not left behind and that we remain relevant to markets.