Minister of Transport visits Lwandle informal settlements

Oscar Thomas
04 June 2014

Minister of Transport Dipuo Peters visited Lwandle informal settlement on Tuesday following evictions of people who occupied the land set for the construction of the N2 road. 

Minister Peters called on the City of Cape Town to take some responsibility for the evictions.  She added that what is happening in Lwandle is a big humanitarian concern.

Ministerial Spokesperson Jomo Khasu said the Minister has given instructions that the Sanral court order be put on hold and for engagement with important stake holders such as the community to take place.

“This is the latest position and this is the official position of the Minister Khasu added.