R2,7 billion generated once again by KZN DoT

Today, the MEC for Transport and Human Settlements, Siboniso Duma, appeared before the Finance Portfolio Committee in the KZN Legislature. He was joined by Heads of Departments from both departments, Max Mbili and Zibusiso Dlamini respectively.

Key takeaways as outlined by Duma during the Budget Hearings:-

1. More than 8,835 free houses built by the Department of Human Settlements in the past financial year.

2. More than 7351 houses to be built in the 2026/2027 financial year with the Department of Human Settlements being singled out as the best performing department. And likely to receive more funding redirected from poor performing provinces.

3. There are projects dating back to 20 years ago that were delayed because of budget constraints and budget cuts.

4. Payment of invoices is progressing well with the department having dealt with invoices due for payments over 60 days and now clearing those are within 30 days.

5. R2,7 billion generated by the Department of Transport in the past financial year and money redistributed to all government departments.

6. Re-organizing of the Department with a special focus on good governance has ensured that more resources and efforts are redirected at speeding up the repair and maintenance of existing road infrastructure.

7. #NenzaniLaEzweni singled out as an impactful road safety, which has resulted in the decrease in road accidents and fatalities.