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RUSTENBURG residents will benefit from a new bridge project that was unveiled on Monday. MEC for public works, Madoda Sambatha did a sod-turning for the new bridge at Zinniaville railway crossing in Rustenburg.

Sambatha said they have worked together with Rustenburg local municipality and other stakeholders to comprehend the objective.

“This will be a modern state-of-art bridge. Together we are moving Bokone Bophirima province forward. The project will mark a lasting legacy for generations to come. The bridge will be named after the late ANC president and struggle stalwart, Dr James Moroka and create job opportunities. 

“This is part of our vision as the provincial government. We urge communities to take care of the bridge after its completion. The construction will commence within five months time,” he said.

He also added that communities must not burn tyres on the bridge during protests. Sambatha further said it will be up to the communities to safeguard the project.

“Please, let’s educate our fellow residents about the significance of these public infrastructures. The public institutions do not belong to government, but to you. We want to improve the lives of our people and destroying public institutions will derail the process,” he said.

Rustenburg local municipal mayor, Mpho Khunou also shared the same sentiments. He said the project confirmed once again that indeed Rustenburg is the fastest growing city in South Africa.

“We have listened and responded appropriately to our residents. Many lives were lost at this notorious railway crossing. It is a dream comes true as it has been a nightmare for both leaders and residents. 

“We experienced train crashes at this bridge. We mean business when we say we are developing Rustenburg into a world class city. We want all communities to enjoy high quality of life,” Khunou said.

-TDN

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