Klipfontein Wellness Centre takes shape

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26-11-2024
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Kempton Express
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The vast construction site is now enclosed by a 120m boundary wall, and they already erected the walls for the clinic and drug treatment centre.

The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) is making significant strides in constructing the Klipfontein Wellness Centre, a ground-breaking initiative to combat drug and alcohol abuse in Ward 32’s Klipfontein View community.

With construction progress reaching 30%, this transformative project undertaken on behalf of the City of Johannesburg Social Development Department is rapidly becoming a beacon of hope for a community deeply affected by substance abuse.

The vast construction site is now enclosed by a 120m boundary wall, and they already erected the walls for the clinic and drug treatment centre.

The setting out of the attenuation pond is also visible, with the roofing of the centre set to begin soon.
Once complete, the Klipfontein Wellness Centre will house a 2175m² clinic and a 2247m² social development drug treatment centre.

It will offer a comprehensive range of services, from healthcare to rehabilitation and aftercare, to support individuals and families grappling with the effects of substance abuse.

As the wellness centre continues to take shape, the impact of this project extends beyond the physical structures.
It is set to become a central hub for the community, offering treatment services, awareness, and prevention campaigns.

Outdoor sports facilities such as a soccer field, playground, and running track emphasise the centre’s commitment to holistic wellness.

In line with its mandate to deliver sustainable development, the JDA has employed labour-intensive methods for this project, providing vital short-term employment opportunities for unskilled and semi-skilled workers.

They appointed four subcontractors and 21 local SMMEs (small, medium, and micro enterprises), ensuring the community benefits directly from the project, fostering economic growth, and strengthening local involvement and the project’s success.

JDA CEO, Themba Mathiba, emphasised the broader significance of the project.

“The Klipfontein Wellness Centre will serve as a space where young people and families can reclaim their future from the grip of substance abuse.

“The JDA is committed to ensuring the centre becomes a long-term asset for the community, reinforcing its role as a development agency that creates spaces of opportunity and growth.”