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Lilian Ngoyi Street repairs will be completed by August – Morero

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Joburg mayor Dada Morero says the long-awaited repairs to Lilian Ngoyi Street, previously known as Bree Street, in Johannesburg are on track to be completed by August 2025, with a budget of R194m allocated for the project. Morero reaffirmed the city's commitment to the completion timeline, emphasising that restoring the explosion site remains the top priority. Phemelo speaks to Morero about the project.
3 Feb 2025 4PM English South Africa Education · Careers

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