Heavy rains claim lives in Durban

Mluleki Mrwebi
11 December 2012

Following the huge storms in Durban last night, the shack dwellers Kwa Mashu are protesting for housing.

 

Several communities were left reeling after some homes were swept away and others flooded.

 

Abahlali Basemjondolo say this would not have happened if the councillor had given people houses.

 

Abahlali Basemjondolo General Secretary Bandile Mdlalose government officials promised people the houses back in 2010 but till date nothing has been done.

 

The heavy rains have claimed the lives of 10 people, KwaZulu-Natal authorities confirmed today.

 

The Provincial Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs MEC Nomusa Dube said it is too early to estimate the value of the damage caused.