PETITION TO ADDRESS SEVERE DRAINAGE ISSUE AT MNANDI ENTRANCE, SOMERSET EAST

We, the undersigned residents and concerned citizens of Somerset East, are writing to bring urgent attention to a severe drainage issue at the Mnandi entrance that has now been overflowing for more than two months.

The continuous overflow has led to:

Serious damage to the road surface, making it almost completely undrivable.

Vehicle damage, as drivers attempting to use the road face potholes, slippery surfaces, and water damage.

A strong, unpleasant drain smell that affects the health and wellbeing of residents living nearby—many of whom struggle to breathe due to the persistent stench.

This issue poses a significant public health risk, safety concern, and negatively impacts the daily lives of residents, local businesses, and commuters.

We, therefore, respectfully petition the local government to:

Urgently repair or unblock the drainage system at the Mnandi entrance.

Restore and resurface the damaged section of road affected by the overflow.

Implement long-term maintenance solutions to prevent future occurrences.

We urge the relevant departments to treat this as a matter of urgency and to communicate a clear timeline for when corrective action will be taken.

We, the undersigned, request immediate intervention.