Mohai to lead oversight visit to Mthatha to assess govt progress in responding to June floods

JOHANNESBURG - Deputy Minister in the Presidency for Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Seiso Mohai is to lead an oversight visit to Mthatha to assess government’s progress in responding to the deadly June floods.

The disaster killed at least 103 people, including children and left at least 4,000 homeless across the Eastern Cape.

Wednesday’s visit will focus on housing plans, restoration of basic services and monitoring the implementation of the multi-billion-rand relief package.

Survivors have been moved between community halls, schools and lodges, many complaining of poor conditions, including sleeping on floors without mattresses or blankets.

Government has allocated more than R5 billion for recovery, including new housing, repairs to roads and clinics, and support for livelihoods.

Permanent homes are expected to be ready by April 2025.

Meanwhile, flowers laid at memorial sites in Mthatha have become symbols of loss and hope as residents grieve and wait for relief.

The government delegation, which includes local and provincial leaders, will inspect damaged sites and engage directly with affected communities.