2022 / 2023

LIMPOPO

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SANRAL has reached great milestones in infrastructure development in Limpopo, including construction of the Musina Ring Road, and continuing projects that are part of South Africa’s infrastructure investment plan to create jobs and revitalise the economy.

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Message from the Acting CEO

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nfrastructure is key and central to the economic reconstruction and recovery of the country. As an agency dedicated to road infrastructure, we have a sole mandate to deliver quality national roads to support economic growth and improve the livelihoods of our stakeholders. For millions of South Africans in rural areas, roads and bridges provide access to markets, employment opportunities and social services. We take pride in the great milestones reached in infrastructure development in Limpopo province. The construction of the Musina Ring Road is part of South Africa’s infrastructure investment plan to create jobs and revitalise the economy. The new road will enhance trade with the Southern African Development Community (SADC) countries, which use the Beit Bridge border post as a gateway for the import of capital equipment, textiles and agricultural produce from South Africa. The commitment to eradicate potholes on South African roads through Operation Vala Zonke/ Kwala Kaofela remains critical. The province has set a target to repair potholes over 180,000m2. So far, the Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure, supported by extended public works

employees, have closed about 25,431 potholes collectively: about 4,157 from the Capricorn district, 3,924 in the Mopani district, 2,487 in Sekhukhune, 10,170 in Vhembe, and 4,693 in Waterberg, all covering an area of 25,000m2. Over the next six months the Department of Transport, through SANRAL, will monitor and assess the impact of the interventions which have been put in place. This will enable SANRAL to generate audit reports, which will form the basis for validation of the work undertaken and the turnaround time for attending to potholes in Limpopo. Through our continuous engagements with stakeholders, we have identified that there is a need to empower, upskill and capacitate emerging contractors from both a technical and business skills perspective. It is for this reason that we have committed to rolling out a programme to train SMMEs to enable them to position their businesses better and access the opportunities available on the SANRAL road network in the province. These and more will be covered in detail in this publication. As we navigate through these tough economic times, we hope to leave no one behind.

LEHLOHONOLO PITSE SANRAL ACTING CEO

Message from the Regional Manager

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impopo province has some of the most notable projects for SANRAL’s Northern Region. We recently opened the national road N1 Musina Ring Road with the iconic open hands feature bridge. The National Department of Transport, led by Minister Fikile Mbalula, identified the project, among several others in the province, as being key to promoting intercontinental mobility between Zimbabwe and South Africa. We also completed the ring road around Polokwane, which has greatly improved mobility around the city. The R81 project was successfully completed and has improved the convenience for motorists travelling to Tzaneen. Currently we are working on the R510 around Thabazimbi, and we have various roads still at the planning stage. The design on the dual carriageway between Kranskop Toll Plaza and Polokwane is at an advanced stage. We

are also designing the upgrade of the N1 between Polokwane and Musina, with some portions of the project going out to tender in the 2022/2023 financial year for construction. Planned work on the R578 and the R524 is also at an advanced stage, and will be going out to tender soon. We have partnered with Roads Agency Limpopo (RAL) on the R71 St Engenas interchange and on various roads that were identified as part of the presidential stimulus packages. There are also various other operational projects that we will be launching this financial year. Opportunities for small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs) and labour will be available on all the projects we implement, and we look forward to partnering with various spheres of government and the private sector to deliver world-class infrastructure.

PROGRESS HLAHLA

NORTHERN REGION: REGIONAL MANAGER

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Musina Ring Road – promoting safe mobility and trans-border freight

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ANRAL recently completed construction of the Musina Ring Road. The project, worth R700 million, was officially opened by Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula on 4 November 2022. The ring road will positively transform road transit between South Africa and neighbouring countries, cut down travel time and save the town of Musina and its residents from the constant onslaught of heavy-duty trucks.

Musina is a busy town with large volumes of traffic

The road consists of 8km of new single carriageway with one lane in each direction, and with paved shoulders. It is constructed as part of a ring road on the Western side of the Musina CBD and functions as a highway with controlled access to and from the N1.

government. A Special Economic Zone (SEZ) was

Access to the town is provided through two interchanges, one at the southern entrance to the town, called the Musina Interchange, and the other at the northern entrance to the town and called the Nancefield Interchange. Two cross-accesses are also provided, namely Harper Road and Freedom Street.

going through it. Congestion has always been a major problem. The town is a great tourism hub, with easy access to the Kruger National Park and the Mabunguwe World Heritage Site. It is also located perfectly for cross-border trade, especially with Zimbabwe, and this area has been declared a growth point by the provincial established recently, which will create about 19,000 jobs in the area, an indication of a fast-growing municipality. The project has provided opportunities for a number of local small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs), as well as community members. Over the past three years it created more than 280 jobs, with wages of more than R28 million paid out. The construction company used accredited training service providers to train SMMEs and local labourers who worked on the project.

SANRAL signs MOA for construction of R71 Moria Interchange he South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) and Roads Agency Limpopo (RAL) recently signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for construction of a new road interchange on the R71 national road and dualling of road D4020 up to the St Engenas Zion Christian Church intersection in Moria.

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The R71 connects Polokwane and Tzaneen, the second biggest town in Limpopo. It is also a road to the Kruger National Park, the biggest game reserve in the SADC region.

The MOA formalises the mutual interaction and strengthens the existing relationship between the RAL and SANRAL, focusing on construction of the interchange on the R71 national road and ensuring that the proper elements and commitments are in place for successful execution of this project.

“SANRAL was duty-bound to work with all spheres of government, from national to provincial and municipal level, to make sure that South Africa has a road infrastructure that is second to none,” said SANRAL Board Chairperson Themba Mhambi.

For SANRAL and RAL this signals a critical milestone, which will come as a huge relief to the motorists, pedestrians and all road users in the holy city of Moria.

Mr Themba Mhambi, SANRAL Board Chairperson.

The province and the church leadership welcomed the agreement and believe it will go a long way towards facilitating the safe movement of traffic into Moria, a challenge that has persisted for a long time.

He complimented RAL as one of the best provincial agencies that SANRAL has worked with over the years in delivering projects of major importance to the economy of the country.

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This project is another meaningful contribution by the government towards the Arrive Alive campaign, and the St Engenas ZCC church members will benefit immensely from this project for many years to come. Roads enable the connection of communities and facilitate economic development. As the church, we are hopeful that the construction will commence soon and will benefit local communities. Mr Piet Lekganyane, the St Engenas Zion Christian Church

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Ms Nkakareng Rakgoale, MEC for Public Works and Roads in Limpopo.

HELLO LIMPOPO 2022

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE FOOTPRINT ACROSS THE PROVINCE

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aintenance of roads is an ongoing process, and is the only consistent activity within the SANRAL road network that is critical in creating jobs for local communities and subcontracting opportunities for targeted businesses on an ongoing basis.

There are a few routine road maintenance (RRM) projects currently underway in Limpopo Province, including;

N1/23 km 42.2 – 54.91, total distance 12.71km

N1/27X km 0.00 – 22.3, total distance 22.3km

The RRM of national roads R36, R521 and R81.

N1/24 km 0 – 25.00, total distance 25.00km

The RRM of national road N1 sections 27 and 28X (toll).

N11/12 km 15.45 – 79.75, total distance 64.30km



N1/26X km 0 – 44.50, total distance 44.50km

N1/28x km 6.51 – 51.40, total distance 44.69km

The RRM of national roads N11, R33 and N1 (25X).

The RRM of national road N1 (toll) section 28X, including pavement maintenance at Capricorn Toll Plaza.





R510/2 km 0 – 37.16, total distance 37.16km

The RRM of national road N1 (toll) section 23 to 24, including pavement maintenance at Kranskop Toll Plaza and including maintenance of Mantsola Traffic Control Centre (TCC). N1/24 km 0 – 42.36, total distance 42.36km The RRM of national road N1 section 25 (toll). N1/25 km 42.36 – 89.04, total distance 47.04km

The RRM of national road N1 (toll) section 28X, including pavement maintenance at Capricorn Toll Plaza.

R510/1 km 72.10 – 92.57, total distance 20.47km R510/3 km 0 – 57.70, total distance 57.70km R511/3 km 71.40 – 133.06, total distance 61.66km R516/1 km 0 – 36.30, total distance 36.30km The RRM of national roads R510, R511 and R516.

The RRM of national road N1 section 25 (toll), including pavement maintenance at Zebediela TCC, Nyl Toll Plaza and Zebediela Ramp Toll Plaza (toll).

N1/29X km 0.00 – 106.80, total distance 106.80km





N1/26 km 0.00 – 28.79, total distance 28.79km

R521/2 km 0 – 13.20, total distance 13.20km

R33/13 km 0 – 63.05, total distance 63.05km

R81/1 km 43.10 – 61.90, total distance 18.80km

R33/14 km 0 – 12.00, total distance 12.00km

R36/8 km 30.90 – 46.43, total distance 15.53km

The RRM of national roads N1, R101, R33, R516, and R520.

The RRM of national road N1 (toll) section 26, including pavement maintenance at Polokwane TCC. 4

N1/28X km 51.40 – 98.53, total distance 47.13km

R33/12 km 0 – 88.73, total distance 88.73km

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The RRM of national road N1 (toll) section 29X, including pavement maintenance at Baobab Toll Plaza and maintenance at BB TCC. R521/1 km 30.50 – 62.33, total distance 31.83km

R36/9 km 0 – 6.30, total distance 6.30km

N11/24X km 20.87 – 25.62, total distance 4.75km R101/8 km 0 – 26.81, total distance 26.81km R101/9 km 0 – 16.34, total distance 16.34km R516/1 km 36.30 – 83.66, total distance 47.56km R520/1 km 43.30 – 53.88, total distance 10.58km

Stakeholder engagement critical to empower small businesses A

s part of its transformation agenda the South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) has been visiting communities around Limpopo to engage with stakeholders on project updates, upcoming projects and opportunities for small businesses.

can access information that will enable them to position their businesses better and to access the opportunities available on the SANRAL road network in their municipalities.

The roads agency recently engaged communities in Mogalakwena, Bela-Bela and Lephalale to discuss challenges and opportunities, particularly on routine Through the ‘Taking SANRAL to the People’ road maintenance (RRM) projects currently underway. initiative the roads agency continuously engages These include the maintenance of national route N11 with stakeholders to discuss opportunities for participating on projects and to resolve related issues. from Mokopane to the Blouberg municipal border, the R518 from Mokopane to the Lepelle-Nkumpi This in line with the roads agency’s fourth pillar of municipal border, and the R101 from Mokopane to the Stakeholder Relations, which requires stakeholders Polokwane municipal border. The project, worth over to be consulted about all project-related activities R63 million, is managed by BCB Solutions. that affect communities. There is also maintenance of national route R518 from The engagement is the start of important the Lephalale municipal border to Mokopane, the N11 conversations between SANRAL and its from the Mogalakwena municipal border to the R101 stakeholders, where local small, medium and intersection, and the R101 from the Mogalakwena municipal border. This is managed by Razzmatazz micro enterprises (SMMEs) and communities

Civils and is worth over R104 million. Both projects have a requirement for 40% of the value to be subcontracted to qualifying local companies. Some of the concerns raised during the sessions included the need for formal training for small businesses prior to bidding for projects, to ensure that they have an improved chance of procuring the opportunities. SMMEs generally perceive themselves as excluded from SANRAL’s tenders and project opportunities due to a lack of knowledge. Stakeholders also pleaded with SANRAL to first consider local businesses to be appointed as the main contractors for projects, since there were far more capable businesses in the area, and only to outsource where they do not meet the requirements. SANRAL has started pre-tender training for SMMEs in order to empower them to participate fully in SANRAL projects. Read more about it on page 7.

“The R33 road is the vein, the life blood of the community. We will work hand in hand with SANRAL to make sure that we turn this town into a city. We will make sure that our roads infrastructure is working for the people and for the industry we are planning to build in Lephalale.”

Evelyn Sambo, SANRAL Project Manager Moloko Masenya, SANRAL Stakeholder Coordinator in Limpopo

“SANRAL projects provide employment and subcontracting opportunities for people living with disabilities, the youth, women and military veterans. We cannot compromise the transformation policy and we monitor our projects. We need to see the youth getting jobs to combat the unemployment crisis in the country.”

Councillor Nico Pienaar, Mayor of Lephalale Local Municipality

“The roads agency is busy upgrading the R33 national road section 14, valued at R1,160 million, and the Brakspruit, Merriespruit and Barberkuil Bridges, valued at R68 million. Furthermore, the routine road maintenance of the R33 from Modimolle municipal boundary to the R510 intersection in Lephalale, the R520 from the R510 intersection to the Modimolle municipal boundary, and the R510 from the Thabazimbi municipal boundary to the R33 intersection in Lephalale, are all progressing well.” HELLO LIMPOPO 2022

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SANRAL engages communities in Mogalakwena over land acquisition

Mr David Thubane, Property Manager responsible for land and valuation at SANRAL.

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he South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL), in partnership with the Department of Rural Development and Land Reform (DRDLR), convened community resolution meetings with residents of Mogalakwena Local Municipality to unlock the land acquisition process. This was essential before the awarding of two upgrade projects worth R695 million along the national road N11 section 13. Most of the land affected by the N11 project is tribal land. SANRAL engaged with the following 12 communities over two weeks, from 7 November to 23 November 2022: Mokaba, Magongoa (Zone 1–3), Tshamahansi, Mazombane, Masodi, Machikiri, GaMadiba, Masehlaneng, Mountain View, Phola Park, Sekgakgapeng, and Ga-Masinya. At these meetings the roads agency and the DALRRD explained the land acquisition process to residents, how they will deal with communities whose communal land is affected and the rights of affected individual or households, as well as how compensation will be determined for those affected by the project. Once community resolutions are obtained, compensation is paid to the affected communities for the underlying land where the project will be implemented. SANRAL will conduct negotiations with affected individual landowners or households adjacent to the N11 in respect of compensation and relocations. “Land acquisition has been a particularly emotive matter on the N11 national road section 13 project from the R518 intersection to Grootsandsloot River. We therefore convened these meetings not only to inform the communities about the land acquisition process, but also to allow them to address any concerns that they may have and to reach common agreements on how we can move forward,” said Property Manager responsible for land and valuation at SANRAL, David Thubane. He added that encroachment on the road reserves has always been a problem, with local traders operating there, which compromises road safety. “SANRAL will continue to educate local traders and other community members about these encroachments. The road reserve will be clearly defined and marked with yellow concrete beacons in all villages along the N11 national road to ensure awareness of the demarcation boundaries. “Consultation with stakeholders is an important exercise for our projects to be supported across various municipalities and to be implemented without delays. By engaging with community members who live alongside our projects, not only do we get their buy-in on the projects, but we are also able to attend to other social issues that affect them,” he said. The Constitution of the Republic of South Africa and the Interim Protection of Informal Land Rights Act (IPILRA) of 1996 provide that no one may be arbitrarily deprived of land without compensation. The community is therefore required to agree to the proposed disposal of land and to record that in a community resolution.

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SANRAL to roll out training for SMMEs in Limpopo T

raining and development of small business remains a key focus for SANRAL. Part of our commitment in the Transformation policy is to provide development support to black business through structured development programmes and partnerships with industry players to ensure meaningful, rapid development and growth of black entities in the construction and related industries. The roads agency has procured the services of ACS Tjeka JV to roll out a national training programme to empower small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs) to to better empower and educate them regarding responding to tenders, breaking down rates, legal requirements and using resources efficiently.

All interested companies are urged to register on the local municipality and project liaison committee (PLC) databases and to look out for enrolment dates, which will be advertised via local newspapers, the local municipality social media, SANRAL Transformation SMME Portal (www.sanralesdd.co.za) and through the PLC. Candidates will not be expected to pay for the training, but they will have to meet certain requirements for entrance to the programme, including: •

Registration with the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC)

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CIDB registration – grades 1 to 4 Civil Engineering (active membership)

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SARS tax compliance

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Compliance with the Compensation for Occupational injuries and Diseases Act (COID)

Only one person from each company will be required to undertake assessment and class activities during the training and will also have to do homework, which they have to submit on time. The SMMEs will have to demonstrate competence to be awarded the unit standard.

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An EME or QSE, which is at least 51% owned by black persons

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Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) of National Treasury

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Letter of authority to nominate the person on behalf of the company

SANRAL has set aside about R250 million for the programme, which is targeted at SMMEs in Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) CE 1 to 4 categories.

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Proof of residence of the owner of the business

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Letter of commitment to attend training for the 10- to 15-day period

The training will furnish SMMEs with SAQA accredited training which is designed to address basic literacy and numeracy skills, including how to run a successful contracting business, and how to eventually develop and submit competitive, yet profitable and compliant tenders.

The training will be roll out in all the municipalities of South Africa and ACS/ Tjeka JV will training in all municipalities for the coming three (3) financial years. For Limpopo, ACS Tjeka JV is currently in consultation with the Bela-Bela, Elias Motsoaledi, Ephraim Mogale and Makhuduthamaga local municipalities regarding training, which is scheduled to start in December 2022 or early January 2023.

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Proof of highest school qualification (certificate or letter on school’s letterhead).

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Owners may nominate a person to attend training on the company’s behalf – a contract of employment for the nominated person must accompany the application.

Once the companies successfully complete the three weeks they will receive an NQF 2 National Certificate in Construction Contracting.

MODULES

Topics/unit standards - 10 unit standards have been selected for the programme.

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UNIT STANDARD TITLE

NQF Level

90 Credits

7469

Use mathematics to investigate and monitor the financial aspects of personal and community life

NQF Level 02

2

9962

Calculate construction quantities to develop a work plan

NQF Level 03

8

9981

Tender for construction contracts

NQF Level 02

20

9984

Manage construction resources

NQF Level 02

20

10009

Demonstrate the ability to start and run a business and adapt to a changing business environment

NQF Level 01

3

10007

Identify analyse and select business opportunities

NQF Level 01

3

9986

Apply quality principles on a construction site

NQF Level 02

12

10006

Demonstrate an understanding of entrepreneurship and develop entrepreneurial qualities

NQF Level 01

2

11553

Set up and manage a construction contracting business

NQF Level 02

12

9982

Comply with legal requirements for a contruction contract

NQF Level 02

8

TOTAL

90

HELLO LIMPOPO 2022

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SANRAL‘S ONE-STOP SHOP TO SUPPORT SMMES

FAQs

In line with its Transformation Policy, which is aimed at promoting the participation of SMMEs in all SANRAL projects, the roads agency has set up Supplier Development Desks across all of its offices, including Gauteng. Tshegare Moletsane, Transformation Officer at the Northern Region office, explains more about the initiative and how it works.

1. WHY DID SANRAL INTRODUCE THE SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT DESKS? SANRAL introduced the Supplier Development Desks to have a physical desk that contractors can visit anytime during working hours and interact with SANRAL transformation professionals for clarity on any challenges they may be facing regarding our projects. 2. HOW DOES IT WORK? It is a desk located in our reception area, with a dedicated transformation professional available to assist stakeholders from Mondays to Fridays during office hours. The suppliers can either call or visit our centre for assistance. The visits are strictly by appointment only; no visitors are allowed during COVID-19 alert Levels 3 to 5. 3. HOW IS IT BENEFICIAL TO SUPPLIERS?

6. WHAT IS INTERESTING ABOUT THIS PROJECT? The Supplier Development Desk is a product of the newly formed Transformation Unit at SANRAL. We have recognised that SANRAL must play an active role in including black entities in order to diversify the distribution of business among suppliers. We recognised that most projects were being awarded to old, established companies, and want to shift that trend and create an environment where every contractor or consultant can actively conduct business with SANRAL. We remain committed to providing stakeholders with advice, guidance and training to equip the designated groups with enough information and knowledge on how to tender effectively. We advise that they make use of the Supplier Development Desk.

Fact box The purpose of the Supplier Development Desk is to provide the following services:

We noticed that communications through emails and telephone calls are usually delayed or ended abruptly without reaching the desired outcomes. SANRAL wanted to create an environment where SMMEs can visit the centre and get immediate assistance on any questions they may have regarding tendering and related issues.

• Direct support and development to SMMEs and entities owned by people in designated groups

4. WHO HAS ACCESS TO THE SUPPLIER DEVELOPMENT DESK AND HOW?

• Assist SMMEs with registrations, e.g. SARS, CIDB, CSD and DoEL

• Respond to various queries from SMMEs and other potential service providers • Provide information to SMMEs on SANRAL’s transformation initiatives

The Supplier Development Desk is accessible to the public, who can access it physically by visiting our head office or any of the regional offices. Visits are strictly by appointment. You can also email or call us.

• Facilitate contact between SMMEs and SANRAL’s strategic partners • Advise on upcoming training sessions, workshops, and information sessions • Research, monitoring and reporting – trend analysis, tender feedback

5. HOW MANY SUPPLIERS VISIT OR CALL THE DESK IN A DAY/WEEK/MONTH? The supplier desk is a new initiative at SANRAL which is literally currently still under construction across the regions and our head office. At this point most of the queries we receive are via emails and phone calls. We can receive up to seven queries per region and the head office on a weekly basis. However, we expect the numbers to rise as more and more stakeholders become aware of the existence of our Supplier Development Desk.

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Contact details for the Supplier Development Desk are as follows: Transformation Officer, Tshegare Moletsane: [email protected] or Mikovhe Nengovhela: [email protected] Telephone: 012 426 6263 Address: 38, 44 Ida Street, Lynwood Glen, Pretoria 0081.