​‘This campaign is part of a back-to-basics approach to service delivery and to remind residents that we are committed to ensuring that more people experience the benefit of efficient service delivery. The formation of potholes during winter months are a common occurrence as it is directly related to the heavy rainfalls and the age or condition of the roads.

'Now that we are experiencing warmer weather conditions, city road repair teams are able to carry out more repairs that are not quickly undone by more rain. They will also be undertaking general maintenance across the city to ensure that the roads that residents make use of everyday are in good condition to drive on and cycle on. Our officials will continue to work hard to ensure our roads are maintained to a high standard,’ said Executive Mayor Dan Plato.

The City’s Roads Department spent R38 million repairing 19 929 potholes during the last financial year (2018/19). Water is the main cause of potholes, but it can also form due to diesel spillage, vehicle collisions, fires, and inadequate road drainage. In addition to pothole-fixing, R287 million is spent per annum on resurfacing roads.

‘This initiative speaks to our commitment to deliver basic services that will improve the well-being of our residents and motorists. I also want to remind residents that we rely on them to inform us of potholes in their areas/streets. If we don’t know about it, we cannot fix it,’ said the City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Transport, Alderman Felicity Purchase.