Name of the Project
P20 road upgrade project.

Location
Limpopo, South Africa.

Client
Roads Agency Limpopo (RAL) and Northam Platinum.

Project Description
RAL and Northam have entered into a R60-million strategic partnership to upgrade the P20 gravel road that links Sataria to the road artery that goes to Koedoeskop in the Waterberg, in Limpopo.

Jobs to Be Created
Not stated.

Value
R60-million. RAL will contribute R37.5-million to the project and Northam the balance.

Duration
Not stated.

Latest Developments
RAL CEO Maselaganye Matji has praised the partnership with Northam as a victory for what he calls the “village economy”, as all the contracts have set aside 30% for the empowerment of local labourers and small and medium-sized enterprises. Therefore, 30% of the value of that contract must be allocated to subcontractors and labourers from communities where the development of the road infrastructure is taking place.

Key Contracts and Suppliers
None stated.

On Budget and on Time?
Too early to state.

Contact Details for Project Information
Road Agency Limpopo, tel: +27 15 291 4236 or fax: +27 291 2433.