Bisho – The Eastern Cape Department of Roads and Public Works has set aside R255 million for the construction of an office precinct that will house up to seven provincial departments in one place. Upon completion, the office precinct is expected to cost over R1 billion. Construction is expected to start in a matter of months once administrative processes have been concluded. As the administrative capital of the government, Bisho accommodates a number of provincial government departments … [Read more...] about New multi-department office precinct for East Cape Government
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Road contractors let down by Coega and Public Works
A Coega Development Corporation and Department of Roads and Public Works (DRPW) project has failed to deliver on its R1.5 billion plan to empower contractors and develop infrastructure in the Eastern Cape. The Roads Enterprise Development Programme (REDP) which began in 2010 had a budget of R1.5 billion and would run over three years. The project aimed to develop roads construction and create opportunities for 500 emerging and previously disadvantaged enterprises in all district … [Read more...] about Road contractors let down by Coega and Public Works
Call these numbers to report snow and flood damage to roads
In the aftermath of the heavy rain we have endured during the past few days we expect many road related problems like "fresh" potholes making their appearance. There is a possibility of more flooding of road sections throughout or province and the more dangerous collapsing of road shoulders, which sometimes only appear a few days after heavy rain. For complaints and the reporting of potholes on Eastern Cape Roads the public should phone the Public Works hotline on 0800 864 951. This number … [Read more...] about Call these numbers to report snow and flood damage to roads
Government Invites Retired Engineers Back
South Africa is bringing in the old troops to help boost its current practical skills base in the field of engineering, particularly the built environment. The drive to get retired professionals back into the public service has been prompted by the pressing need to provide practical skills and training to a growing number of trained but as yet unqualified engineers and artisans. "We always hear talk of scarce skills in the country as the reason for outsourcing most of the construction … [Read more...] about Government Invites Retired Engineers Back
