Africa-Press – Botswana. The proposed hospital for Kanye will be constructed through Transitional National Development Plan.
The hospital has been been allocated a plot at 33 hectares at Mpodi Ward in Goo Ruele.
When addressing residents at Mongala ward, Kanye South MP Dr Lemogang Kwape said that the place earmarked for the hospital was far, on the outskirts of the village , therefore would not effectively serve the residents.
Some residents have proposed Kanye Show groung area as ideal for the new hospital.
Though the proposed location at Kanye show ground measure 28 hectares, Dr Kwape was of the view that the location was appropriate since it was located at the centre of the village.
Dr Kwape advised that placing the hospital at the Show Grounds would be easily accessible, as opposed to placing it at Mpodi wards, which was on the outskirt of the village.
“I will however continue to engage with the relevant authorities in an effort of ensuring that such considerations are heard, with the aim of facilitating that the new hospital can be located closer, in an area that will be accessible to all,” he said.
Dr Kwape has advocated for the new hospital to cater for Cardiology, Neurology, and Nephrology specialists.
He said further funds have been allocated for the construction of the new hospital, adding that the only delays which might be experienced prior to kick-starting the project may be logistical issues such as acquiring the proposed land, drafting plans and awarding of the tender.
Additionally, Dr Kwape has acknowledged that the Seventh Day Adventist (SDA) hospital for dedicating and committing to serving the people of Kanye and surroundings for decades.
“SDA has done a fulfilling job in assisting the people of Kanye over the past years.
In addition, Dr Kwape also indicated that funds have been allocated for the construction of the mini stadium in Kanye.
He said there was a possibility that such funds would be surrendered to the government at the end of the current financial year if Southern District Council (SDC) does not speed up implementation of the project.
Dr Kwape urged SDC urgently identified land for the stadium and commence its construction before the end of the financial year.
“They have been notable concerns of the delays in identifying the land where the stadium should be built,” he said.
He cited that locations such as the piece of land near Botswana Agricultural Marketing Board and also a place near Lodubeng were ideal for locating the stadium.
Dr Kwape further expressed dissatisfaction with Estate Construction (PTY) LTD, which was currently constructing sanitation project.
He said they have been numerous complaints raised by the public relating to how the company was conducting the project.
He said such concerns included manholes which remain uncovered, poor rehabilitation of trenches making it difficult for people to access their homes and inconsistency in dust suppression emanating from the construction activities and lack of consultation with the affected residents.
Dr Kwape further noted that unsatisfactory workmanship and delay in delivering of projects by some contractors deprived Batswana of the intended benefits by such developments.
“Projects should be made on time and on budgets so that they do not become costly for the government,” he said.
Meanwhile, the Deputy Chairperson of the Village Development Committee, Ms Docus Kgosibotsile was concerned by shortage of portable water shortage in the ward.
She said the community were frustrated as they there have been left stranded for some time due to scarcity of potable water.
Ms Kgosibotsile was equally concerned by high water bills.
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