Name of the Project
MR344 (R102) road upgrade.

Location
Western Cape, South Africa.

Client
Western Cape Department of Transport and Public Works.

Project Description
The project involves the upgrade of a portion of the MR344 (R102) between Hartenbos and Groot-Brakrivier, as well as a portion of the DR1578 between Tergniet and Wolwedans.

These roads have reached the end of their design lives. 

Work will include a roundabout at an intersection on the R102, repairs to bridge structures, and the upgrading of culverts and streetlighting.

Potential Job Creation
A total of R17-million will be spent on targeted enterprises, R3-million on local labour and 36 000 person days of work will be created for people from the Mossel Bay municipal area.

Value
R182-million.

Duration
The project is expected to be completed by mid-2020.

Latest Developments
The project started in January.

Key Contracts and Suppliers
None stated.

On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.

Contact Details for Project Information
Western Cape Department of Public Works communication officer Byron la Hoe, tel +27 21 483 9813 or email byron.lahoe@westerncape.gov.za.