Motorists in this area only enjoy a drivable road whenever a prominent politician is visiting Nkowankowa township.

The previous work on pothole patching and road maintenance was done during the preparation for the late Former Minister of Finance Tito Mboweni’s funeral in October 2024.

The road maintenance didn’t last longer than three months.

The anticipation visit of President Cryil Ramaphosa at Nkowa Nkowa stadium for the national Women’s Day commemoration ( August 2025) brought relief amongst residents.

Service delivery and substance abuse continue to be the daily struggle of Greater Tzanen municipality townships ( Nkowa Nkowa, Lenyenye) and 125 rural villages.

This route (D673) is crucial for accessing the Letaba hospital that admits patients from all corners of the Mopani district households and also in supporting local Citrus farms.

Provincial department spokesperson Emmanuel Mongwe says the department is aware of the road state and proper measures will be taken soon.

” We are starting next week to do resurfacing work,” said the Provincial Department Spokesperson Emmanuel Mongwe.

Residents have lost hope in the ruling party ( ANC) governance and planning to vote for the Democratic Alliance party in the upcoming 2026 Local Government Elections. DA party received 88, 388 votes in the 2024 Provincial Elections.

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After an oversight visit by the DA with the Botshabelo Taxi Association to identify impassable taxi routes in the area, the taxi operators expressed potholes and impassable roads as their major plight to their business. Taxis play a pivotal role in public transportation in Botshabelo in the Free State.

Potholes significantly impact taxis. Their tyres are damaged, the suspension becomes faulty, and the axles are damaged.

Consistent exposure to pothole-ridden roads accelerates vehicle wear and tear and shortens taxis’ lifespans. This forces taxi owners to replace vehicles sooner than expected, increasing financial strain on an industry that often operates on tight budgets.

Potholes pose safety risks by increasing the likelihood of accidents. Drivers navigating uneven roads may lose control, leading to collisions or sudden stops that endanger passengers. Additionally, abrupt swerving to avoid potholes can result in accidents with other vehicles, further threatening road safety.

Additionally, this has enormous impact on other residents who have to use their private vehicles to travel to work and schools, causing damage to their vehicles.

We call on the municipality to address road infrastructure issues to ensure the sustainability of taxi services and support the livelihoods of those who depend on them.

Invest in proper road maintenance to alleviate these challenges and enhance the reliability of taxi transportation

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