Inside Politics Reporter
The government of KwaZulu-Natal has launched its R110 million restoration programme at the historic old legislature precinct in Ulundi.
“This precinct is not just a building; it is a symbol of KwaZulu-Natal’s legacy and the visionary leadership of His Excellency Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi, who sought to bring government closer to the people,” Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli said on Friday at the handover of the project to a contractor.
The premier was joined by IFP MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Thulasizwe Buthelezi, and DA MEC for Public Works and Infrastructure, Martin Meyer.
In September, Buthelezi and Meyer signed a memorandum of understanding regarding the refurbishment. Once complete, the building will be handed to Cogta.
KwaZulu-Natal is littered with unused or derelict government buildings, which Meyer’s department has been selling off, leasing or upgrading for government use. Earlier this year, the department released 86 buildings and vacant land
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