KwaDukuza waste collection resumes, lifeguards return after strike
Striking KwaDukuza municipality staff returned to work this morning after downing tools from Monday to Thursday.
During the strike, waste went uncollected and beachgoers were left without lifeguard protection (until Wednesday), despite municipal assurances that critical services would not be impacted.
The strike was led by the South African Municipal Workers Union to demand improved salary conditions and only ended after workers were addressed by Deputy-Minister for Employment and Labour, Jomo Sibiya, in a meeting on Thursday.
More details on the resolution are expected next week.
The strike led to a backlog on some services and waste collection teams will work through the weekend to try and catch up.
On Saturday, teams will focus on clearing refuse in Shakaville and Groutville, including Cranbrook, Mphinyane, and Mnyundwini. Other areas scheduled for service include Gledhow Village, Ntshawini, D-Section, Lindelani, Zamani, Soweto, Mdlebeni, Nyathikazi, KwaTwele, Nonoti, Mbonisweni, Hangoes, Malende, Jobs Farm, Charlottedale and KwaMyeza.
On Sunday, clean-up efforts will continue in Newtown, Rocky Park, Blythedale Beach, Windy Heights, and Glenhills. Teams will also cover Zinkwazi and Darnall, including the Hesto Plant area, and parts of Ntshawini, such as Nhlakanipho Ngema Street, Joyous Guesthouse Road, Gidela, and KwaMadundube.
The municipality has asked residents to store waste safely until collection and to avoid illegal dumping, which causes delays and poses health risks.
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