Northern Cape Business 2024-25

The 2024/25 edition of Northern Cape Business is the 14th issue of this highly successful publication that has, since its launch in 2009, has established itself as the premier business and investment guide for the Northern Cape Province. Officially supported and used by the Northern Cape Department of Economic Development and Tourism (DEDaT), Northern Cape Business is unique as a business and investment guide that focuses exclusively on the province. Specific investment projects are outlined in detail by DEDaT in this journal, covering opportunities in energy and mining, together with reports on dedicated investment zones. One of these new zones is on the Atlantic Ocean, a short distance north of Port Nolloth. The Northern Cape is almost uniquely qualified to play a lead role in the development of the country’s green hydrogen economy, given its bountiful resources of land, wind and sun. The blending together of an earlier idea to develop a deepwater port at Boegoebaai with the creation of a Special Economic Zone devoted to green hydrogen production is particularly exciting. With the year 2024 signalling the end of an election cycle, two special features in this edition focus on important elements of the brief of the public sector, namely education and infrastructure.

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FOCUS Collaboration and collective action deliver Siyathemba Police Station Anglo American Kumba Iron Ore celebrates a significant milestone in the journey of the Dingleton Resettlement Project. Wednesday 8 May 2024 marked a significant milestone in the journey of the Dingleton Resettlement Project as Kumba Iron Ore proudly announced the official handover of the Siyathemba Police Station. This momentous occasion signified the culmination of years of hard work, collaboration and unwavering commitment to the well-being of the community. The Siyathemba Police Station handover is a testament to the power of collaboration and collective action. Since the inception of the resettlement project in 2012, Kumba Iron Ore, together with the community of Dingleton, the Northern Cape Provincial Government and the Gamagara Local Municipality, has been dedicated to ensuring the success of this endeavour. “We are honoured to mark the official handover of the Siyathemba Police Station,” said Pranill Ramchander, Executive Head of Corporate Affairs at Kumba Iron Ore. “This event represents a significant milestone in the journey of the Dingleton Resettlement Project, and it is a testament to the power of collaboration and collective action that brought us to this point today.” “The Siyathemba Police Station stands as a beacon of unity and progress, thanks to partnerships like these,” noted Bernice Swarts, Deputy Minister of the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure. “As we celebrate the handover of the Siyathemba Police Station, let us recognise Kumba Iron Ore’s noble NORTHERN CAPE BUSINESS 2024/25 26

contribution. Just as iron is forged into strength, their commitment to community safety is a testament to their dedication.” The Siyathemba Police Station is not just a physical structure but a symbol of security and safety for the community it serves. With its increased size and modern amenities, the station is poised to safeguard the wellbeing of all residents and stakeholders. “This milestone follows the recent handover of 10 of the 142 RDP houses in March, demonstrating Kumba Iron Ore’s commitment to ensuring safe and secure homes for former Dingleton residents,” Ramchander added. “As a responsible company, Kumba will continue collaborating with relevant stakeholders including the Siyathemba leadership to ensure we fulfil and support the development of the Siyathemba community,” he continued. Kumba Iron Ore recognises the remarkable commitment of its various stakeholders, including the Provincial SAPS, Gamagara Local Municipality, the Northern Cape Provincial Government, the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy and the Department of Public Works, each of whom has played a pivotal role in making this vision a reality. Moving forward, the focus shifts towards utilising this facility for the continued safety and betterment of the community. Kumba Iron Ore invites all stakeholders to join hands in ensuring that the Siyathemba Police Station remains an example of what is possible when we unite in purpose and pursue a common goal. ■ Building the South Africa of their dreams Extracts from the speech of Bernice Swarts, Deputy Minister of the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure: • It is an absolute honour and joy to participate at this important handover of the Siyathemba Police Station in Gamagara Local Municipality under the John Taolo Gaetsewe District Municipality. May this police station live up to its name of Siyathemba, and indeed fulfil its promise of being a foundation for social cohesion, a cornerstone in the national effort of arresting crime and a pillar for community safety. • This day is meant not only for celebrating successful infrastructure delivery. It is also a day of celebrating Public-Private Partnerships and the role of big business in the reconstruction and development of our country. It is a day of celebrating collaboration and cooperative governance which has ensured the successful delivery of this critical community asset. • Each day, we see South Africans building, brick by brick, inch by inch, the South Africa of their dreams. • Kumba Mine is at the forefront of reimagining mining to improve the lives of communities. We applaud it for being a partner in sustainable mining and an ally in building resilient, thriving communities.