The project will upgrade the Pilgrim X Informal Settlement, delivering 404 housing units equipped with metered water, electricity, sanitation, and essential social amenities such as parks, early childhood development centers, and places of worship.
“We are delighted that this project is finally underway, with construction expected to commence in the second week of January 2025. The anticipated completion date is November 2028. What is also important to note is that, this upgrade is strategically located near economic opportunities, schools, healthcare facilities, and other crucial social amenities, addressing historical spatial inequalities,” said Mayor Xaba.
Minister Kubayi said that the project is funded by the Informal Settlements Upgrading Partnership Grant (ISUPG) and the Human Settlements Development Grant (HSDG), a collaborative effort between national and provincial Human Settlements departments and eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality.
“This project prioritises in-situ upgrading, enhancing existing settlements without relocation and providing permanent engineering services and secure tenure. I am also encouraged by the fact that eThekwini has made significant progress in upgrading informal settlements, effectively utilizing a substantial portion of its allocated budgets for the 2023/2024 and 2024/2025 financial years,” said Minister Kubayi
