Africa: The Premier of the Northern Cape, Dr Zamani Saul, together with the MECs for Roads and Public Works, Ms Fufe Makatong, and Transport, Safety and Liasion, Ms Nomandla Bloem, joined by a team from SANRAL led by the Regional Manager, Mr Randal Cable, today launched the roll out of the provincial leg of Operation Vala Zonke. This is a national campaign aimed at repairing potholes.
The Provincial launch of Operation Vala Zonke took place on the R374, which is the road that connects Barkley West with the N12. This is the road that gets used as an alternative route, especially with the roadworks on the R31.
SANRAL has been designated to coordinate the campaign and will work closely with the Department of Roads and Public Works as well as local municipalities to ensure that this campaign is a resounding success across the Province.
In his input, Premier Dr Zamani Saul appreciated the project and pledged Provincial Government’s support. This campaign comes at a time when the Provincial Government is making great strides in terms of growing the economy of the Province. The development of key infrastructure to attract more investment in the Province remains a priority for Government.
An App has also been launched today where members of the public can report potholes; this app will allow members of the public to raise issues and upload pictures of the potholes. At the same time, this app will also provide status updates on issues raised using a pothole ticketing system.
