Will simply sending a WhatsApp fix Joburg’s pothole problem?
Johannesburg, have you heard the news? There’s a new superhero in town and it’s called 'Pothole Patrol'!
Joburg’s Pothole Patrol is a three-pronged partnership between the Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) and commercial insurers, Discovery Insure and Dial Direct Insurance.
The two insurers, now working together with the Roads Agency, have announced the launch of the initiative to manage the repair of potholes throughout Johannesburg.
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There are currently an estimated 48,000 potholes in Johannesburg alone. According to Jacaranda FM News, Mayor Geoffrey Makhubo officially launched the 'Pothole Patrol' initiative on William Nicol Drive in May 2021.
The service is now in full swing.
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How it works:
- WhatsApp "Hi" to 084 768 4653.
- You will have to accept the Ts & Cs
- Reply with your name
- Provide the service with an address of the pesky pothole
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