Collapse of ‘bridge from hell’ during Eastern Cape floods forces students to walk 6km to school | News24

The bridge that connected KwaNobuhle to schools in Nelson Mandela Bay has collapsed due to recent floods in the Eastern Cape. This collapse has left schoolchildren with a daunting 6km walk to reach their classes. The bridge, once spanning a significant ditch that occasionally saw river flow, succumbed to the floods that devastated homes, vehicles, and educational institutions across the region. Tragically, eleven individuals have lost their lives in Nelson Mandela Bay, with two more missing after being swept away by the Swartkops River in Kariega. The aftermath includes sewage water flowing downhill from the debris. As South Africans look toward building a prosperous future, staying informed is pivotal. For 25 years, News24 has played a crucial role in delivering fearless journalism. To continue this mission, they offer free trials to access comprehensive news that seeks to inform, empower, and inspire the nation.

Original Source: Candice Bezuidenhout
Date: 2024-06-17 04:43:05
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