In a bid to enhance community safety and curb cable theft, the Kouga Local Municipality is set to roll out the installation of 32 solar-powered streetlights within the next two months.
The R300 000 project will focus on high-risk areas where conventional streetlights have frequently been targeted by criminals.
“These solar lights will be installed in locations where traditional streetlights are often vandalised or stripped for their cables,” said Kouga Executive Mayor, Hattingh Bornman.
“By eliminating the need for underground wiring, we are providing a sustainable and theft-resistant lighting solution that improves public safety.”
Unlike conventional high mast lights that rely on the electricity grid and regular maintenance, solar streetlights are eco-friendly, low-maintenance, and operate entirely off-grid. They use solar panels to charge batteries during the day, powering energy-efficient LED bulbs at night.
“This technology not only reduces the strain on municipal resources,” said Bornman, “but also ensures uninterrupted lighting in vulnerable communities, making our streets safer and more secure for everyone.”
