Road upgrades bring relief to Kenville and Sea Cow Lake residents

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19-03-2025
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Rising Sun Chatsworth
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According to Anil Beekrum, chairman of the Kenville/Sea Cow Lake Community Ratepayers Association, the new wall is being built to top engineering standards using steel and concrete.

Residents of Kenville and Sea Cow Lake are welcoming long-awaited road improvements, as ongoing construction projects aim to restore infrastructure and enhance safety in the area.

One of the major projects in progress is the reconstruction of a retaining wall along Kenville Road, which had previously collapsed due to unauthorised construction.

According to Anil Beekrum, chairman of the Kenville/Sea Cow Lake Community Ratepayers Association, the new wall is being built to top engineering standards using steel and concrete.

“The engineers have guaranteed that the wall will not collapse again. Once it’s completed by April, the road will be fully restored by May or June, and everything will be back to normal,” Beekrum assured.

The municipality has held the property owners responsible for repairs, as the initial construction had been done without approved plans. After multiple setbacks, the project is finally progressing with strict oversight to prevent future failures.

Meanwhile, Sea Cow Lake Road remains a concern, particularly under the bridge near 46 Sea Cow Lake Road. The road is frequently blocked by debris from nearby construction sites, leading to severe flooding during heavy rains.

The situation is worsened by informal settlements nearby, where waste is often disposed of in sewer and stormwater drains, causing blockages.

Beekrum highlighted that trucks struggle to pass through, with some getting stuck due to the debris buildup, which in turn creates a traffic hazard. Temple Road has faced a persistent issue with spring water flooding, a problem that has existed for over 50 years.

The informal settlements in the area have worsened the situation by blocking the drainage system, forcing water onto the road. Beekrum, along with a PR councillor from the ANC, recently inspected the site and committed to finding a long-term solution. However, residents remain frustrated by the lack of action from local government representatives.

Despite these challenges, the Kenville/Sea Cow Lake Community Ratepayers Association and local volunteers are working tirelessly to improve the area.

The We Feed Team has been actively cleaning roads and removing illegal dumping sites, while community members remain committed to restoring the neighbourhood to its former glory.

“We are all voluntary workers trying to make a difference. We are dedicated to cleaning up our area and holding people accountable,” said Beekrum. While progress is being made, residents are urging the eThekwini Municipality to speed up repairs, enforce regulations, and provide better maintenance services.