Cornubia to deliver 460 permanent homes by mid-2027 as KZN flood survivors await relocation
More than four years after the KwaZulu-Natal floods, families are still awaiting permanent homes. Ramaphosa says the Cornubia housing project will help relocate displaced families while bringing housing closer to jobs and essential services.
The Cornubia Integrated Human Settlements Project in KwaZulu-Natal aims to deliver 460 permanent homes by mid-2027, providing lasting solutions for families displaced by the 2022 floods. President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that 145 houses are currently under construction for the second phase of the project. Over 1,200 housing units have been earmarked for flood victims, but many families still remain in temporary accommodation.
Ramaphosa emphasized the importance of moving flood victims into permanent housing, stating that emergency accommodation should not become a permanent way of life. He called for clear communication on construction timelines, beneficiary eligibility, and housing allocations, urging communities to receive regular updates. The Cornubia development covers 1,300 hectares and includes essential facilities like schools, retail, sports, and community centers.
The project is expected to accommodate over 110,000 people and create more than 2,000 jobs in the coming years. Government officials acknowledged the need to expedite the process to avoid further delays and uncertainty for families awaiting homes.
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