At least four bridges, connecting rural communities near Coffee Bay to urban centres like Mqanduli and Mthatha, were washed away by heavy rains that hit the area on New Year’s Day.
Eastern Cape coastal municipalities are gearing up for the festive season ahead of an expected huge influx of holidaymakers. Buffalo City Metro spokesperson Samkelo Ngwenya said the metro expected more than two million visitors and the city’s safety and security plans were already kicking in. “BCM puts plans in place before the festive season to prepare and manage the influx of public to the various beaches, amenities and events,” he said.
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