The eThekwini Municipality has successfully completed a significant R25 million upgrade of the water pipeline in Prospecton.
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The eThekwini Municipality has marked a significant infrastructure milestone with the completion of a major water pipeline upgrade in Prospecton, aimed at improving reliability of water supply to key industrial and residential areas.
The project, finalised on Monday, saw the replacement of an ageing 375mm asbestos cement pipeline with a new 400mm steel pipeline designed to withstand higher pressure and reduce the risk of frequent bursts that previously disrupted supply, the City said.
Work on the project began in June 2025 and involved complex tie-ins along Prospecton Road, carried out by the City’s Water Services Directorate over the weekend.
The upgraded pipeline serves the Prospecton industrial hub, which includes major companies such as Toyota South Africa and South African Breweries, as well as surrounding communities including Isipingo.
Executive Director for Technical Services in eThekwini Municipality, Ednick Msweli, said the upgrade would significantly improve service reliability.
“The completion of this pipeline replacement marks a significant milestone in our commitment to provide reliable and sustainable water services. This upgrade will drastically reduce service interruptions and support the continuous operations of businesses in Prospecton, safeguarding both production and economic activity in the region,” he said.
The municipality confirmed that the main pipeline tie-in has been completed, with only a small number of household connections expected to be finalised yesterday.
The pipeline replacement cost R13.5 million, while the total investment, including road reinstatement, amounts to R25 million.
According to the City, the project forms part of a broader infrastructure renewal programme focused on modernising aging networks, improving service delivery, and ensuring the long-term sustainability of essential services.
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