News24 | Pupils forced to wade through polluted river as Emfuleni bridge lies unfinished 24 years on

Students in the Vaal region have been wading through a polluted river due to the Emfuleni bridge's unfinished status, a project that's been stalled for over two decades. This not only poses serious health risks but also highlights the systemic failures in local infrastructure development. The delay underscores broader issues of governance and accountability in South Africa's public works, raising questions about the prioritization of essential services for impoverished communities.