Heavy rains destroy 23 Old Naledi homes
Tsaone Basimanebotlhe | Wednesday December 7, 2022 17:25
Briefing the media today, the mayor said the affected families were taken to one of the churches in Old Naledi. “The houses which were smoothly affected at Old Naledi ward. In some instances in Old Naledi ward, some houses were waterlogged. The 23 families which are accommodated in one of the churches in Old Naledi come from the same area,” the mayor said.
Abraham however indicated that it is not just Old Naledi but some other wards that are mostly affected as well include Notwane, Maruapula, Tsholofelo South and Bosele. He said property such as furniture and vehicles have been damaged. According to the mayor, the vehicles were damaged by trees that fell on them.
Furthermore, the mayor said in Gaborone North roads are badly affected as some had been washed away by rain. He also disclosed that in other areas such as Block 6 and 8 electrical poles were brought down. He said the council and relevant departments are working around the clock to restore the situation back to normal. Abraham also pleaded with residents to assist help the affected families. So far, the council has helped the families with food hampers, clothes and blankets.