The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has pumped R50 million into Missionvale for the implementation and improvement of bulk stormwater, sanitation and civil services. About 2500 Missionvale homes will be connected to sanitation and water services by the end of April 2016. Work concerning sanitation and water services work is in the final stages of completion. The work undertaken by the Municipality is divided in five phases: all these phases will see sanitation, water services, stormwater infrastructure, construction of a pump station and road construction. The area has a relatively flat terrain and is surrounded by salt pans and a high ground water table. During heavy rains, the community of Missionvale experienced challenges around flooding and poor access for cars and public transport. The area used to be a shack area, and the residents had to rely on themselves for services. Currently, electricity has been laid on for them, with water services provided through stand pipes located approximately 200 meters from each household.
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