{"id":21308,"date":"2026-03-25T10:17:24","date_gmt":"2026-03-25T08:17:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/umhlangauip.co.za\/site\/?p=21308"},"modified":"2026-03-27T07:47:54","modified_gmt":"2026-03-27T05:47:54","slug":"96-promenade-lights-pier-irrigation-repairs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/umhlangauip.co.za\/site\/96-promenade-lights-pier-irrigation-repairs\/","title":{"rendered":"90% Operational Streetlights &#038; Pier Irrigation Repairs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>This month, eTM ensured uMhlanga Rocks\u2019 streets and infrastructure remain safe, functional, and well-maintained. From streetlight audits to water leak repairs, our stats show a precinct that\u2019s brighter, safer, and operational.<\/p>\n<p>The Promenade\u2019s streetlights are now <strong>96% operational, with Village streets holding steady at 90%.<\/strong> The iconic Umhlanga sign is fully working, thanks to audits conducted by the Lights Department and reports forwarded to the Electricity Department.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Stormwater &amp; Leaks Addressed<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Roads and stormwater systems were closely monitored. All areas were checked and logged. Sewage operations ran smoothly over the past month with no major issues, and <strong>minor cases were resolved promptly<\/strong>. Water leaks were efficiently addressed, including <strong>two irrigation repairs on the Pier Promenade by UUIP<\/strong> and a leak repaired by the council.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>uMhlanga Rocks is Safe and Secure<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Security incidents were minimal, with one alleged vehicle theft and one assault reported, and both cases were later withdrawn. The <strong>high visibility of Metro Police and SAPS<\/strong> continues to make a significant difference, especially at night.<\/p>\n<p>If you notice damaged infrastructure, faulty lighting, or maintenance issues within the precinct, please log the details via the uMmhlanga UIP <a href=\"https:\/\/urbanmgt.my.site.com\/urbanmgt\/s\/\">online fault-reporting platform.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Main Image Credit: Pierre Tostee<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This month, eTM ensured uMhlanga Rocks\u2019 streets and infrastructure remain safe, functional, and well-maintained. From streetlight audits to water leak repairs, our stats show a precinct that\u2019s brighter, safer, and operational. The Promenade\u2019s streetlights are now 96% operational, with Village streets holding steady at 90%. 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