MEDIA ALERT
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy to assess progress on N2-N3 project upgrades in KwaZulu-Natal
KwaZulu-Natal, 8 October 2024 – Transport Minister Barbara Creecy will assess the progress on the multi-billion rand N2 and N3 projects on Thursday, 10 October 2024.
The visit will start at the R4.5 billion Key Ridge project in Peacevale, before making its way to the R5 billion EB Cloete project upgrades and, finally, to the N2 KwaMashu to Umdloti River Bridge.
The Minister’s visit forms part of the Transport Month programme where the Department of Transport and its entities showcase investments in rail, roads, maritime, aviation and public transport, as well as the department’s contribution to economic growth.
An annual government programme, Transport Month has since October 2005 raised awareness about the important role transport plays in the economy.
Furthermore, the visit signals the South African government’s commitment to fast-track the delivery of critical road infrastructure, which is key to unlocking economic growth and the potential of the country. A stable and well-maintained road network provides local communities and neighbouring countries with improved access to economic activities and allows for the safe transportation of people and freight on a world-class road system.
Transport will be provided for local media and interviews will be conducted on site.
Members of the media can confirm attendance to:
Zenzele Bam: 072 891 5290 or zenzele.bam@fticonsulting.com
Lesedi Mbipha: 066 287 0266 or lesedi.mbipha@fticonsulting.com
The details of the Minister’s visit are as follows:
Date : Thursday, 10 October 2024
Time : 9:00 to 12:00
Venues : Key Ridge site office Meadway Road, proceed to EB Cloete Interchange and, lastly, to the N2 KwaMashu to Umdloti River Bridge
Dress code : Closed flat shoes or boots required on site
Media Contacts:
Collen Msibi
National Spokesperson: Department of Transport
Cell: 066 476 9015
Lwando Mahlasela
Media Relations Manager: SANRAL Cell:
082 440 5305
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