28/10/2026
đźš§ R135 MILLION INVESTMENT IN KURUMAN, JOHN TAOLO GAETSEWE
The Northern Cape Provincial Government is stepping up efforts to improve public transport infrastructure and road conditions in Kuruman through a combined investment of R135 million.
Today, Premier Dr. Zamani Saul, accompanied by the MEC for Roads and Public Works, MEC Bentley Vass, and the MEC for Health, Ms. Nontobeko Vilakazi, officiated at the sod-turning ceremony for the Kuruman Taxi and Bus Rank. Valued at R105 million, the project will be implemented through a partnership between the Northern Cape Provincial Government, contributing R50 million, Ga-Segonyana Local Municipality and private-sector partners. The investment is aimed at improving public transport infrastructure and creating a more functional facility for commuters, taxi operators, bus services and local entrepreneurs.
In addition, the Premier handed over a R30 million funding allocation for the refurbishment and rehabilitation of roads within Kuruman and Wrenchville. In partnership with the municipality, the Provincial Government is intensifying efforts to tackle potholes and improve the condition of local roads. The funding will support pothole patching and repairs to damaged road surfaces amongst others.
Through collaboration between government, municipalities and the private sector, the focus remains on delivering infrastructure that responds to the needs of communities and supports local development.