Midvaal engages Meyerton CBD businesses in economic revamp

As part of the economic revitalisation strategy, Midvaal Local Municipality engaged with businesses operating in the Meyerton Central Business District (CBD).

The engagement was intended to strengthen relations with business owners operating in the CBD and to urge them to invest in the local value chain by buying and hiring locally. The discussion also focused on innovative ways to:Improve service delivery and safety,Uplift the town’s appearance, andReduce red tape to make it easier to conduct business in Midvaal. Since the opening of the Riverstone Mall, there have been concerns regarding the sustainability of foot traffic to the CBD.

The Executive Mayor, Alderman Peter Teixeira, and Members of the Mayoral Committee held the engagement to quell any misconceptions. The municipality continues to invest significantly in the CBD, as seen through the construction of trading stalls in the Meyerton CBD near the taxi rank.

Recently, the municipality: Completed the upgrade of the east side of Station Road and Diens Avenue from gravel to tar,Constructed a sidewalk with parklets,Installed a traffic circle to improve access for Sicelo and surrounding areas, and Rehabilitated Johan Le Roux Road to ensure ease of movement for goods and services.

Midvaal has several projects and initiatives underway as part of its ongoing revitalisation efforts.Through continued engagements and infrastructure investments, Midvaal reaffirms its commitment to creating a thriving, inclusive local economy.

The Municipality remains focused on building a business-friendly environment that supports growth, sustainability and local empowerment.