Lack of funds has left a road that Finance, Economic Development and Investment Promotion minister Mthuli Ncube constructed ahead of the 2023 elections in Cowdray Park without signs, Southern Eye has learnt.
In a recent council meeting, ward 28 councillor Ntandoyenkosi Ndlovu raised the issue of the hazardous road.
Ndlovu said although the road was in a good state, it had no road markings, warning signs or humps, posing a danger to the motorists.
According to latest Bulawayo City Council minutes, Ndlovu raised concern over lack of road signs and markings which have led to accidents.
“He enquired on why a council resolution to construct a roundabout at corner Khami Road and Masiyephambili had not been implemented. He made reference to a road in Cowdray Park which was constructed by Minister Mthuli Ncube,” the minutes read.
“The road is smooth but has no road markings and warning signs or humps. Residents have resorted to creating their own humps using sand in order to avoid accidents. He expressed concern over low production of warning signs while demand is high.”
The council’s works department said it had no material to produce road signs and had no signs in store due to financial constraints.
The road is no stranger to controversy last year councillors took a swipe at Ncube for contravening provisions of the Roads Act by initiating works on the road without seeking permission from council.
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Ward 9 councillor Donaldson Mabuto said Ncube needed to focus more on economic issues and leave road maintenance to qualified people.
Former Bulawayo mayor Solomon Mguni said Ncube’s conduct was criminal, adding that he should be charged.
