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Two Loeriesfontein community members, Leona Ruby Du Plessis and Mirko Klaasen, are thriving in their careers, showcasing the positive impact of education, dedication, and community support. Their journeys highlight how targeted opportunities for skills development and employment can transform lives and contribute to the growth of Loeriesfontein.

In today's evolving world, fostering leadership skills in young learners is crucial for both personal and community growth. Recognising this need, learners and educators from Sipho Camagu High School and Johnson Nqonqoza High School recently participated in a transformative residential academy through the Columba Leadership Programme. Funded by Cookhouse Wind Farm, this initiative equips students ...

An informative career day event aiming to expose Grade 9 and 11 learners from local high schools to an array of career paths, was held recently. Funded in collaboration with Perdekraal East Wind Farm, the Cape Career Exhibition Association, and the Cape Winelands District, the event provided learners with a unique opportunity to explore diverse career paths and receive valuable guidance on ...

VRT Pitt Primary School is proud to announce the addition of two new classrooms for Grade R learners, a milestone that doubles the school’s capacity for early education. This expansion will significantly improve learning conditions for young children from the Swellendam and Railton communities, addressing long-standing overcrowding concerns and fostering a more nurturing educational environment.

The casting of the 1,425 keystones required for the construction of a wind farm cluster near the Impofu Dam in the Eastern Cape has successfully commenced at a custom-built concrete tower manufacturing facility, marking a key milestone in the project’s development. Production is expected to ramp up significantly in the coming months to meet the demands of this large-scale renewable energy ...

As we conclude the third quarter, we reflect on notable regulatory and policy advancements, including the ERA Amendment Bill being signed into law, consultations on NERSA’s wheeling framework, submissions for BESIPPPP BW2 and Bid Window 7, Public forums on NTCSA’s Transmission Development Plan and the SA Wholesale Electricity Market Code being advanced. 

A vital upgrade to a section of the sanitation network in Loeriesfontein, located within the Hantam Municipal area, has been successfully completed, with the objective of improving the lives of local residents. The Loeriesfontein and Khobab Wind Farms, in partnership with the Hantam Municipality and UDS Africa Professional services provider and project managers, launched this initiative to enhance ...

Salzonia Jordaan, Project Officer at Noupoort Wind Farm, has been honoured with the South African Wind Energy Association’s (SAWEA) ‘Raising Communities Award’ on behalf of the wind farm’s economic development team. This award recognises the wind farm’s significant contribution to the socio-economic development of the Noupoort community.

The transportation of wind turbine components from the Port of Ngqura to the Umsobomvu Wind Farm, located on the border of the Eastern Cape and Northern Cape provinces, is currently in progress. This significant logistical operation involves moving 81-metre-long turbine blades, tower sections, nacelles, hubs and other components over a distance of 550 kilometres via the regional highways.

Improving access to quality early childhood education is crucial for laying the foundation for lifelong learning, particularly in underprivileged areas. To address this need, 18 Early Childhood Development (ECD) Practitioners from the Saldanha Bay Municipality have successfully completed the accredited ECD Qualification (NQF Level 4) programme, impacting nearly 900 children. Funded by Umoya ...