Two months after catastrophic storms ravaged the Western Cape, the province continues to grapple with the aftermath as critical infrastructure remains damaged and communities remain isolated.

Premier Alan Winde and infrastructure MEC Tertuis Simmers revealed that 51 provincial roads are still closed, with some requiring complete redesign due to altered river courses.The disaster, which displaced 200,000 people and claimed 11 lives, has left an estimated R9 billion repair bill.Authorities warn that rebuilding roads and bridges will take years, with some areas facing up to two years of recovery.

Funding challenges have forced the province to redirect resources from other projects, while emergency contracts are being fast-tracked to restore access.Despite progress, 64 farms remain without electricity, highlighting ongoing challenges in restoring essential services.The focus now shifts to long-term infrastructure resilience, ensuring communities are not left vulnerable to future disasters.