Bulawayo will start fixing Lobengula Street on March 24 and plans to finish everything within 30 weeks. A huge pothole formed at the corner where Lobengula Street meets Third Avenue, making life hard for drivers going through downtown. People on social media nicknamed this massive hole the "King Pothole" because it rules that busy intersection. Many bus drivers use this route to connect neighborhoods like Emakhandeni, Cowdray Park, Entumbane, Njube, and Nguboyenja with the city center.
City officials announced plans to patch potholes, rebuild damaged sections, add new surface layers, improve water drainage systems, and repaint road markings. The project covers about 800 meters between 3rd Avenue and 6th Avenue. When workers complete these improvements, the road will last longer and give drivers a smoother, safer ride. The city wants everyone to know they care about fixing these problems that affect daily travel.
During construction, the city will close the entire section of Lobengula Street between 3rd and 6th Avenue. Some lanes might close temporarily when needed as work progresses. Officials tried hard to limit problems for traffic, businesses, and people living nearby, but they expect some unavoidable disruptions. The city already says sorry for any trouble this might cause drivers and pedestrians over the next seven months.
Drivers should pay extra attention when they come near these construction areas. The city asks everyone to watch for warning signs and follow any detour routes marked along the way. Safety remains important both for workers fixing the road and for people traveling through these areas. Despite short-term headaches, these repairs should make traveling through downtown Bulawayo much easier once completed. Residents hope the famous "King Pothole" will finally disappear for good.
City officials announced plans to patch potholes, rebuild damaged sections, add new surface layers, improve water drainage systems, and repaint road markings. The project covers about 800 meters between 3rd Avenue and 6th Avenue. When workers complete these improvements, the road will last longer and give drivers a smoother, safer ride. The city wants everyone to know they care about fixing these problems that affect daily travel.
During construction, the city will close the entire section of Lobengula Street between 3rd and 6th Avenue. Some lanes might close temporarily when needed as work progresses. Officials tried hard to limit problems for traffic, businesses, and people living nearby, but they expect some unavoidable disruptions. The city already says sorry for any trouble this might cause drivers and pedestrians over the next seven months.
Drivers should pay extra attention when they come near these construction areas. The city asks everyone to watch for warning signs and follow any detour routes marked along the way. Safety remains important both for workers fixing the road and for people traveling through these areas. Despite short-term headaches, these repairs should make traveling through downtown Bulawayo much easier once completed. Residents hope the famous "King Pothole" will finally disappear for good.
