The road network in and around Kimberley in the Northern Cape will undergo substantial upgrades after a decision by the National Treasury to approve R496m for the refurbishment of storm water systems in the Sol Plaatje municipality. This follows closely on SANRAL’s decision to upgrade three intersections outside Kimberley – a project which will create more than 100 job opportunities. Agreements between SANRAL and the main contractors on the road construction emphasises the requirement that training will be provided to all the people recruited to work on the project.