John Taolo Gaetsewe District Municipality Investment Prospectus

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JOHN TAOLO GAETSEWE DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY
INVESTMENT PROSPECTUS
JOHN TAOLO GAETSEWE DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY IS
OPEN FOR BUSINESS

JOHN TAOLO GAETSEWE DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY
INVESTMENT PROSPECTUS
CONTENTS
1 FOREWORD
The Executive Mayor of the John Taolo Gaetsewe District Municipality,
Pulane Queen Mogatle, welcomes investors
2 THE NORTHERN CAPE AT A GLANCE
3 THE NORTHERN CAPE IN NUMBERS
4 INTRODUCTION
John Taolo Gaetsewe District Municipality is on the edge of the Kalahari
5 DISTRICT STATISTICS
Key statistics of the John Taolo Gaetsewe District Municipality
6 MAIN SECTORS AND INFRASTRUCTURE
Mining dominates the regional economy
7 BUSINESS AND INVESTMENT
Valuable land, above and below the ground
8 NATURAL RESOURCES AND COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES
The Kalahari Basin is immensely rich in manganese
9 LOCAL MUNICIPALITIES
Historical sites, natural wonders and meerkat research await visitors to the
district’s towns and villages
10 WELCOME TO THE KALAHARI REGION
Vast, ancient landscapes, warm welcomes and surprises
12 TOURISM: Go! Ghaap Route
13 TOURISM: Forgotten Highway Route
14 INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN THE DISTRICT
16 KATHU INDUSTRIAL PARK
18 DEVELOPMENT OF MINI-CONFERENCE CENTRES
19 ENERGY INVESTMENT
Community trusts are transformative
20 ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT
Growing local business underpins corporate strategies
IBC NATIONAL INCENTIVE SCHEMES
IMAGE CREDITS: Cover: Loapi Tented Camp, courtesy Tswalu Kalahari Reserve; Sishen iron-ore mine, NCTA;
meerkats, Sharp Photography/WikiCommons. Back cover: Oryx, Maarten Elings/ Wiki Commons. Other: Boer goat,
SA Boer Goat Association; CSI and ED projects, Kumba Iron Ore; manganese mine operations, South32; Kathu
Village Mall, Resilient REIT; meerkat research, Mammal Research Institute, University of Pretoria; mining truck and
engineer at board, Kumba Iron Ore; kudu, Sharp Photography/WikiCommons; Kuruman conference venues, ReA-
Con; rooftop solar, Mdux Instrumentation; Sishen solar plant, Brand Engineering; tiger’s eye, Leo za1/WikiCommons;
wildlife sightings, Tswalu Kalahari Reserve, Don Heyneke/Tswalu; Wonderwerk Cave, Wonderwerkcave.com; weaver
nest, Sara & Joachim Huber /Wiki Commons; all other images, Northern Cape Tourism Agency (NCTA).
Layout & Design: Salmah Brown
Produced by Global Africa Network

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FOREWORD
DON'T MISS THE OPPORTUNITY TO INVEST
The Executive Mayor of the John Taolo Gaetsewe
District Municipality, Pulane Queen Mogatle, welcomes
investors with news that policy frameworks are in
place to guide investment and development.
Our collective plans are in place through which we aspire to position
our district as a global mining and manufacturing player. We see our
district as a Smart and Developed District with thriving mining and
manufacturing sectors linking to export markets. This vision will
empower and provide opportunities to local communities through
a diversified economy that prioritises agriculture and tourism while
ensuring continuous environmental sustainability.
John Taolo Gaetsewe District Municipality is unique in South Africa
due to its abundant natural, cultural and economic opportunities.
This distinction is in part attributed to the Province of Northern
Cape’s rise as a hub for economic, scientific and environmental
endeavours and the increasing interest from investors
in the Gamagara Development Mining Corridor
that traverses our district. The governance
structures of the district have refined
their plans with stakeholders.
Some of these plans include
the District One Plan, through
which key catalytic initiatives
were identified to grow and
diversify the district economy,
the Spatial Development
Frameworks (SDFs) and
Integrated Development
Plans of both the district
and local municipalities and
the plans of national and
provincial departments. Our
policy frameworks and structures
to guide investment and development
are in place and have been reviewed.
This includes the Land Use Systems initiative,
in terms of which development applications are
considered by the Municipal Planning Tribunals.
We are also in the process of putting investment incentives in
place through our various strategies. We are confident that the
catalytic initiatives and host of projects that we collectively identified
will stimulate and create further opportunities for development
and investment. We have developed the John Taolo Gaetsewe
District Spatial Development Framework (SDF), which reflects our
commitment to addressing the challenges faced by our communities.
This document can be understood as underpinning the investment
opportunities outlined in this Investment Prospectus.
The SDF encapsulates our core values, principles and strategies,
guiding us towards long-term solutions. Moreover, it affirms our dedication
to fostering productive partnerships with key stakeholders,
particularly the private sector, as we navigate this transformative
process. Our policies and plans are aligned with those of the other
spheres of government, such as the National SDF, National Development
Plan, Provincial SDF, Northern Cape Provincial Growth and Development
Plan and District Development. Our plans and frameworks
are therefore aligned and relevant.
The Northern Cape Government aspires to transform
the John Taolo Gaetsewe District and the entire
Northern Cape into a global model of
sustainability, ensuring a life of dignity
and pride for all our residents. This
long-term vision hinges upon
the unwavering dedication of
all levels of government and
the people, who are the true
guardians of our future. We
implore everyone to rally
behind the implementation
of the John Taolo Gaetsewe
District Municipality’s SDF
and to be catalysts for positive
change in our beloved district, so
that we can collectively reach our
spatial vision.

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THE NORTHERN CAPE AT A GLANCE
NORTHERN CAPE is unique as a trade and investment destination.
Its vast geographical extent
and natural resources, complemented
by human capacity
and sound infrastructure, offer
its partners a wide array
of attractive trade and investment
opportunities meeting
global standards.
The geographic location of
the Northern Cape provides
easy access to SADC markets
and export ports via sea
and air. The entry points in
terms of access to Namibia
and Botswana, extending to
Zambia, provide a unique
competitive advantage.
The mineral profile of the
Northern Cape has contributed
to the establishment
of global trade centres such
as London and New York
through diamond resources
and mining listings. In
addition to being for many
years the leading source of
diamonds, the province is a
key iron ore and manganese
producer, which is complemented
by lime, granite, semi-precious stones and other minerals.
The mining sector continues to expand, and with it opportunities in
mining supplies and mineral value addition.
The South African government has prioritised the diversification of
energy sources to supply the national grid, and the focus on renewable
energy has stimulated the demand for solar, wind, hydro and
biomass energy sources.
No province is better equipped in these fields than the Northern
Cape, which has become the preferred investment destination for
renewable energy companies. Growth in the energy sector has stimulated
the manufacturing and agricultural sectors, which in turn has
stimulated the development of infrastructure and services. Key projects
include the Boegoebaai deep-sea port, Kathu Industrial Park,
Upington Industrial Park and Vioolsdrif Dam. These projects are
complemented by a well-developed settlement, transport and communication
network. Huge opportunities also exist in value addition
to the Northern Cape’s agricultural and mineral resources. These
developments, opportunities and the associated business travel will
undoubtedly contribute significantly to the further growth in travel
and tourism into and within the province. To respond effectively to
this growth in tourism demand and remain globally competitive, the
province needs to attract suitable and sustainable investment across
the tourism and other sectors.
Human capital is key to the sustainable development of any
region and the Northern Cape boasts the newly established
Sol Plaatje University and enjoys representation through
technology stations of other universities including Unisa and
the Vaal University of Technology.
The province is also served by a well-established multi-campus
Technical Education and Vocational Training College.
Further investments in building the requisite skills and capacities
to meet the demands of our province’s growth and development
are critical.
Provincial and local government organs in the Northern Cape
underpin all the potential of the province, and are dedicated to
ensuring a sound, safe and well-governed investment destination.

NORTHERN CAPE PROVINCE SOUTH AFRICA
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INTRODUCTION
JOHN TAOLO GAETSEWE DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY
On the edge of the Kalahari
Towns: Bankhara-Bodulong, Dibeng, Hotazel, Kathu, Kuruman,
Mothibistad, Olifantshoek, Santoy, Van Zylsrus.
The John Taolo Gaetsewe District Municipality is relatively small in
size, but in many respects, it is very big indeed. The size of the
district’s mining operations (iron ore and manganese) and volumes
of material railed to the coast, the extent of its nature reserves,
the distance between towns; all of these things contribute to the
sense of great size. The tourist lucky enough to be outdoors on a
starry night will be in no doubt about the vastness of the Kalahari’s
open spaces. Kuruman is the headquarters of local government in
this region and contributes 19.7% to the province’s economy. The
local spring produces 20-million litres of water every day. Most
agricultural activity is limited to grazing and Boer goats are a popular
breed among farmers, although game hunting is growing. The
Sishen iron-ore mine outside Kathu is a vast undertaking, providing
employment for thousands of people. Samancor’s Mamatwan and
Wessels manganese mines and plants are situated at Hotazel.
INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES COVERED IN
GREATER DETAIL IN THIS PROSPECTUS INCLUDE
• Kathu Industrial Park
• Mini-conference centres
The mining industry is supporting the moves to build the Kathu
Industrial Park as a viable hub for support services and for various
kinds of manufacturing. Enormous potential exists in ancillary fields
and Country Hotels has shown that the potential in the tourism sector
goes beyond high-end safaris. Kuruman has a Country Hotel, an Inn
and a Lodge, indicating that there is scope for both business and
leisure travel operators in the district. Developing the conference
centre market will bolster that trend.
LOCATION AND GEOGRAPHY
John Taleo Gaetsewe District Municipality is the Northern Cape’s
northernmost district. The eastern part of the district lies on the
Ghaap Plateau, which stretches from the Kuruman Hills eastward to
the Harts River and is about 1 130m above sea level. The northern
part of the district encompasses the southern extent of the Kalahari
and its north-western border is shared with Botswana. To the north
and east is the North West Province of South Africa.
The most southern settlement within the district, Olifantshoek, is
situated within both the Savanna and Nama-Karoo biomes and is a
semi-arid region which displays characteristics of both landscapes.
The N14 links the district’s major towns and is the connection
between Upington in the south-west and Vryburg (North West) to the
north-east. The district has an established rail network from Sishen
South and between Black Rock and Dibeng. Agriculture, mining and
tourism are the main economic sectors.
DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY INFORMATION
The John Taolo Gaetsewe District Municipality is a
Category C municipality.
Municipal headquarters: Kuruman
Postal address: PO Box 1480, Kuruman 8460
Physical address: 4 Federale Mynbou Street, Kuruman
Tel: +27 53 712 8700
Website: www.taologaetsewe.gov.za

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STATISTICS
JOHN TAOLO GAETSEWE DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY
MUNICIPAL AREA MAIN TOWNS NUMBER OF WARDS AREA PERCENTAGE OF DISTRICT
Ga-Segonyana
Bankhara/Bodulong, Kuruman,
Mothibistadt
15 4 495km² 16.45%
Gamagara Deben/Dibeng, Kathu, Olifantshoek 8 2 648km² 9.69%
Joe Morolong Hotazel Blackrock (Santoy), Vanzylsrus 15 20 180km² 73.86%
John Taolo
Gaetsewe District
Kathu, Kuruman, Vanzylsrus 28 27 323km² 100%
SNAPSHOT OF JOHN GAETSEWE DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY
The total population for John Taolo Gaetsewe District Municipality was estimated at 224 799 people dispersed across
three municipalities in 2011, while in 2016 the population was estimated at 242 264 as per the table below:
Municipality 2011 2016
Gamagara 41 617 53 656
Ga-Segonyana 93 651 104 408
Joe Morolong 89 530 84 201
John Taolo Gaetsewe District 224 799 242 264
The John Taolo Gaetsewe District is expected to grow at an annual growth rate of 1.99%, based on the present age-gender structure and the present fertility,
mortality and migration rates. If growth rate continues, then the total anticipated population size in 2025 is expected to be 313 350.

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DISTRICT ECONOMY
MAIN SECTORS AND INFRASTRUCTURE
Mining dominates the regional economy.
Fully 71% of district GDP is generated by the mining sector, the result
of a huge iron-ore complex at Sishen and a multi-mine manganese
cluster 75km north of Kuruman in the Black Rock area. This reflects
the enormous value that mining exports generate rather than presenting
proof of a lack of other economic activity in the John Taolo
Gaetsewe District Municipality.
MAIN ECONOMIC SECTORS
Although mining dominates because of Kumba Iron Ore’s Sishen
mine and Assmang’s Nchwaning and Gloria mines that produce manganese,
the district is also home to established and successful farming
and tourism operations. More than one variety of Boer goat is
raised by farmers in the region and tourism accommodates hunters,
tourists in search of luxury safaris and business travellers exploring
opportunities in Kuruman and Kathu. Near Olifantshoek the phenomenon
of “singing sands” can be experienced. In very dry conditions,
grains of sand can be heard to hum as they rub together. San rock
art paintings can also be viewed in the area.
The establishment of the Sishen Solar Photovolatic Plant in the
small town of Dibeng opened up a new sector in John Taolo Gaetsewe.
There is scope for all of the sectors mentioned above to grow
and the Kathu Industrial Park initiative promises to stimulate the
growth of new sectors or industries that are currently quite small.
Servicing and supplying the mining and solar power sectors are obvious
examples of businesses that could thrive in the Kathu Industrial
Park. The District is also home to several famous TV stars, although
they are very shy. “Meerkat Manor” is a popular TV series that tracks
the lives of Suricata suricatta who live in the Kuruman River Reserve
near Vanzylsrus. The Kalahari Meerkat Project is the oldest and largest
of the projects operating at the Kalahari Research Centre. Apart
from providing entertainment for TV viewers, the project is invaluable
as a source of information for a long-term research project.
INFRASTRUCTURE
Kuruman, the administrative capital of the district, is also at the
centre of the road network that connects the various centres of
the area. The N14 national highway connects in a north-easterly
direction to Vryburg in the North West Province and beyond that, to
Johannesburg. To the south-west on the N14 lies the large farming
and trading centre, Upington. The R31 runs through Kuruman as
well, linking the town to Hotazel and Vanzylrus to the north (and on
to Namibia) and due south to Lime Acres and Douglas.
The railway line that links Sishen to the export port at Saldanha is,
at 861km, one of the longest heavy-haul lines in the world. Records
have regularly been broken in terms of the longest and heaviest
trains put together on this line, a vital link to the outside world for
the miners on of the Northern Cape. Two of the five campuses of
the Northern Cape Rural TVET College are in the district, at Kathu
and Kuruman.

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BUSINESS AND INVESTMENT
Valuable land, above and below the ground
Outstanding companies are thriving in luxury tourism, heavy mining
and goat farming.
The harsh landscape of the John Taolo Gaetsewe District Municipality
has not stopped enterprising businesses from competing with
the best in their sectors. Successful and sustainable business in the
area include:
TOURISM
The area south-east of Vanzylsrus and south-west of Hotazel is a
long way from anywhere, and that’s one of the reasons why the Tswalu
Kalahari Reserve is so special as a destination for tourists wanting
to experience open spaces and undisturbed wildlife. Containing as it
does several types of landscape, from the Korannaberg mountains
to the southern Kalahari’s typical arid savannah and ochre dunes,
the largest privately protected area in South Africa covers 114 000
hectares. With a maximum of 40 guests staying in three luxury safari
camps, Tswalu is able to pursue its ambitious conservation goals
of safeguarding habitats and restoring biodiversity. Not only is the
reserve home to a large population of black rhino, but it also hosts
other threatened species such as the pangolin and African wild dog.
A remarkable 83 species of butterflies have been spotted on the
reserve, the latest sighting being the Pale Ciliate Blue.
MINING
Iron-ore mining operations started at Sishen in 1953 and expanded
rapidly after the Sishen-Saldanha rail link was completed, enabling
vast quantities of iron ore to be exported. Kumba Iron Ore, an Anglo
American company, holds the majority share in and manages Sishen
Iron Ore Company Proprietary Limited (SIOC). The other shareholders
are Exxaro Resources and the SIOC Community Development
Trust. An onsite beneficiation plant crushes, screens and beneficiates
through dense media separation and jig technology The 14km-long
open-cast mine feeds the largest jig plant of its kind in the world. In
2022, the mine produced 22-million tons. Together with its other
mines, Kumba Iron Ore is the largest iron-ore producer in Africa. The
mine is one of the province’s biggest employers and the company
spent R5.4-billion with host-community suppliers in 2022.
AGRICULTURE
Having started life as a co-operative in 1942, KLK is now a multifaceted
agricultural company that trades in agricultural goods,
building materials, fuels, meat, hides and skins, as well as the
packaging and export of raisins. Dibeng, Hotazel, Olifantshoek and
Kuruman have KLK retail outlets. Kuruman also hosts a Build It
franchise while Kathu has a Build It and a KLK Pet World. KLK owns
a feedlot and abattoirs, conducts auctions, runs 11 petrol stations
and has a finance division. Boer-goat farming is very popular in
the John Taolo Gaetsewe District. Dorper skins are prepared for
the Italian fashion market and hides are processed for the motor
vehicle industry. In May 2023 KLK acquired the last 20% share in
Carpe Diem Raisins and it now owns 100%. Agricultural company
Senwes is the majority shareholder of KLK.

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NATURAL RESOURCES
AND COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES
The Kalahari Basin is immensely rich in manganese.
The Kalahari Basin is home to between 70% and 80% of the world’s
manganese resources. Large quantities of iron ore are railed out of
Sishen every day.
The website Mindat.org refers to the Kalahari Manganese Field
as “one of the geological and mineralogical wonders of the world”,
noting also the existence of “mineral specimens that are often
rare or unique”. For many years mining of crocidolite was carried
out in the Kuruman Hills, and the resource was such that it could
have continued for more than the 50 years that it did. However, the
other name for crocidolite is blue asbestos so this activity came to
an abrupt stop in 1980. In addition to this, the area has a variety
of gemstone minerals including tiger’s eye, pictured, amethyst,
amazonite, jasper, rose quartz and sugilite.
Hotazel is at the centre of a manganese mining hub, with several
companies operating mines nearby. Hotazel Manganese Mines
(HMM) runs the Mamatwan open-quarry manganese ore mine and
sinter plant, the Wessels underground manganese ore mine and a
railway terminus. South32 has a majority share in HMM, with Anglo
American and local communities holding the balance. Nchwaning and
Gloria mines are collectively known as Black Rock and they are owned
by Assmang, a joint venture between Assore and African Rainbow
Minerals. The company has two other iron-ore mines in the Northern
Cape. Several new manganese mines have opened in recent years,
including Tshipi Borwa, UMK, Kalagadi and Kudumane.
Kumba Iron Ore and its predecessors have been mining iron ore at
Sishen since 1953, extracting vast quantities of the resource.
Although the land and weather conditions of the region can be
harsh, cattle, sheep and goats have been reared succesfully for many
years. The Kalahari Red Boer goat is well adapted to conditions.
The Northern Cape is South Africa’s sunniest province, and the
national programme to encourage investment in renewables has
seen the overwhelming majority of solar projects allocated to it.
Investors from Spain and Saudi Arabia, among others, have chosen
to erect both concentrated solar power projects in John Taolo
Gaetsewe District Municipality (such as the Kathu Solar Park) or
conventional solar photovoltaic (like the Sishen Solar Park).
The Northern Cape is the natural home for the generation of
solar power. Long-term annual direct normal irradiance (DNI)
is 2 816kWh/m 2 , according to a survey done for Stellenbosch
University by Slovakian company GeoModal Solar.

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LOCAL MUNICIPALITIES
Historical sites, natural wonders and meerkat research await
visitors to the district’s towns and villages.
The urban settlements of John Taolo Gaetsewe District Municipality
provide goods and services to the agricultural and mining
communities that drive the regional economy.
THREE LOCAL MUNICIPALITIES FALL UNDER THE
JOHN TAOLO GAETSEWE DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY:
GA-SEGONYANA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY
• Towns: Bankhara-Bodulong, Kuruman, Mothibistad
Kuruman is the administrative centre of John Taolo Gaetsewe District
Municipality. Some of the area of the local municipality falls under the
traditional authority system, which includes two paramount chiefs and
headmen. Most of the district’s businesses are located in Kuruman,
which is also the centre of agricultural trading and auctions. Country
Inn Hotels, pictured, has three types of accommodation available in
the town. Several minerals occur in the area, including the world’s
richest deposit of crocidolite and tiger’s eye.
A natural reservoir has washed the red oxide out of the local sand
dunes. When these white dunes rub against red Kalahari sands,
a humming sound is heard. The town is near the Witsand Nature
Reserve where this phenomenon is best observed. San rock art
paintings and war graves can also be seen near the town.
JOE MOROLONG LOCAL MUNICIPALITY
• Hotazel, Santoy, Vanzylsrus
The Joe Morolong Local Municipality takes up about threequarters
of the District Municipality’s area. All that space allows
plenty of room for the country’s largest conservation area, the
Tswalu Kalahari Reserve. The village of Vanzylsrus is the closest
settlement to the Kalahari Research Centre which is a substantial
facility within the Kuruman River Reserve with accommodation
for 50 scientists and assistants. It is best-known for the Kalahari
Meerkat Project which was popularised by the “Meerkat Manor”
TV series, which has been translated into more than 20 different
languages. Apart from its centrality to the country’s manganese
industry, Hotazel has a claim to fame through the title of a book by
famous photographer Obie Oberholzer. The Hotazel Years traced
the author’s three decades of photographing the subcontinent.
According to Oberholzer, Hotazel is the most central point furthest
away from all the oceans in Southern Africa.
GAMAGARA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY
• Dibeng (Deben), Kathu, Olifantshoek
Kathu has a 4 000ha camelthorn-tree forest that enjoys national
heritage status and gave the town its name. Proximity to the huge
Kumba Iron Ore mine at Sishen means that there are facilities that
one might not expect in a small, rural town, for example a category-4
aerodrome which is open for public use and an excellent golf course.
The 39 000-acre Gamagara Africa Private Nature Reserve is located
north of Deben. On the southern edge of the district is Olifantshoek,
which lies at the foot of the Lange Mountains.

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WELCOME TO THE KALAHARI REGION
Vast, ancient landscapes, warm welcomes and surprises.
The John Taolo Gaetsewe District Municipality features the Kalahari
Tourism Region. The sun-drenched Kalahari with its endless horizons
evokes memories of a land before time. Its vast, ancient landscapes
and misty horizons remind us of the beginning of time. A journey from
Gauteng to Namibia, or the Cape, via Upington, brings unsuspecting
travellers to the gateway of this mysterious land.
Kuruman is the main town in the Kalahari region and is known as
the “Oasis of the Kalahari”. The town is blessed with a permanent
source of water and visitors are continually fascinated by this
beautiful town. To do and see:
• The Eye of Kuruman, pictured, is the largest spring in the southern
hemisphere and delivers 20-30 million litres of crystal-clear water
daily. The calm waters are speckled with lilies and reflections from
surrounding trees.
• Moffat Mission: The mission is often described as the Northern
Cape’s fount of Christianity, as it was a base for many ventures into
the interior by missionaries. It is named after Robert Moffat and
was also David Livingstone’s first home in Africa.
Contact: 071 759 3407
• The home of Credo Mutwa in Magojaneng, Kuruman. He was one
of South African finest prophets, a keeper of ancient traditions,
sculptor, author and painter.
• The Workshop Ko Kasi in Mothibistad, pictured, is a vibey meeting
place, built with recycled and natural materials. Come to the kasi
(local slang for township) to mingle, dine, express your creativity,
enjoy a retreat or a live show, or head out on a cultural tour.
Contact: 081 741 4994
SURROUNDING TOWNS
• Black Rock lies 25km from Hotazel and is home to the province’s
Assmang underground manganese mine. View the manganese
mineral collection. Contact: +27 53 751 5228
• Wonderwerk Cave: On the R31 to Kuruman, this cave, pictured,
has a history covering almost a million years and is virtually a
textbook account of the evolution of humankind in South Africa.
The 140-metre deep cavern has been home to many peoples
throughout the ages. There is a small museum at the site.
Contact: 082 222 4777
• Dibeng (first drinking place) was named by the SeTswana and is
located on the banks of the dry Gamara River. The town has strong
Dutch Reformed links with the congregations of Kuruman, Kathu
and Olifantshoek.
• Tswalu Kalahari Reserve is 71km north of Kuruman and offers a
memorable Kalahari experience. Contact: +27 53 781 9331
Kathu (Sishen) is a mining town in the area and it is strategically
connected by road, rail and air through Kimberley and Upington.
To see and do:
• Sishen iron-ore mine: Even for those only vaguely interested in
great dusty holes in the earth and noisy, smoke-belching diesel
machinery, a tour of the open-cast mine on the outskirts of Kathu,
which is one of the biggest manmade holes in the world, is mindboggling.
The sheer size of the equipment includes the biggest
trucks in the world. When the pit is in full production, it uses fivemillion
litres of diesel every month. Contact: +27 53 739 2900
• Sishen Golf Course: This top-20 course has hosted a Sunshine
Tour event, the Sishen Classic, and is noted for its grassed fairways
meandering through a forest of centuries-old camelthorn trees.
Contact: +27 53 050 5727
Vanzylsrus is a popular stopover for tourists on their way to the
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park and is surrounded by the rust-red
dunes of the Kalahari and offers true Kalahari hospitality and a
paradise for biltong lovers. To see and do:
• Visits to the “Meerkat Manor” BBC film series project: Visit the
burrows and see the “meerkat celebrities” in their natural habitat.
Contact: +27 (0)53 781 0201
• Game drives: Tourists will be pleasantly surprised by the unique
vegetation that exists in what looks like dry desert which blossoms
into a green and lush veld during the rainy season. On game
farms look out for sable and roan antelopes, black rhino, eland,
springbok and the gracious gemsbok.
• Bird watching: Hundreds of exotic and indigenous bird species,
including the Kori Bustard (Gompou), “the heaviest flying bird on
the planet”, can be seen, as well as one of the noisiest birds on
our planet, the korhaan. The yellow and red-billed hornbills (also
called the kok-kok) will be your beautiful morning alarm at sunrise.
• Ancient Molopo: Enjoy a traditional picnic or braai in the dry river
beds of this ancient historic symbol of the Kalahari about which
many a song has been written.
• Hiking trails: Appreciate the splendour of the indigenous Kalahari
vegetation and learn more about the ways in which Bushmen have
used the vegetation for traditional healing and other exciting uses.
• Stargazing: The Kalahari’s vast open planes and unpolluted air are
ideal for getting close to heavenly bodies. The ideal location for
professional and amateur stargazers.
TOURISM ROUTES
The Kalahari region features three route experiences that will
capture the imagination of those who dare to explore it. The
incredible year-round experiences coupled with warm hospitality
and the peace and tranquility offered by off-the-beaten-track
towns and villages and space as far as the eye can see, will inspire
unforgettable holiday memories and life-changing experiences.

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THE ROARING KALAHARI ROUTE
The sheer size and distances of the Kalahari can
be intimidating, but the tourism experiences of
the Roaring Kalahari Route guides visitors through
this vast wilderness. The route starts in the oasis of
Kuruman before heading through the tree-filled town of
Kathu and northwards to Dibeng and the mining towns of
Hotazel and Black Rock. It then heads to McCarthy’s Rest on
the Botswana border, back down to Vanzylsrus and westward to
Askham with a detour to the unforgettable Kgalagadi Transfrontier
Park.The next stop on the itinerary is Upington, the largest town
on the route, before heading back east to Groblershoop and the
Boegoeberg Dam. A stay-over at the Witsand Nature Reserve is an
absolute must before you continue the journey to Griquatown and
Danielskuil. Along the way visitors can visit and stay at some of the
most hospitable and quaint guest houses, guest farms, resorts,
parks and nature reserves in the country.
Contact: +27 53 781 0201
TWO MORE TOURISM ROUTES
ARE DESCRIBED ON THE PAGES THAT FOLLOW:
• Forgotten Highway Route
• Gho Ghaap Route
CONTACT DETAILS:
Northern Cape Tourism Authority
Email: marketing@experiencenortherncape.com
Kuruman Tourism: +27 53 712 8816
John Taolo Gaetsewe Tourism: +27 53 712 1479

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TOURISM GO! GHAAP ROUTE
Discover white and red sand dunes, an oasis and a wonder cave.
Main centres: Dibeng (Deben), Kathu, Daniëlskuil, Kuruman,
Postmasburg, Griquatown, Campbell, Olifantshoek.
Formerly known as the Griqualand West region, the route comprises
a series of heritage sites, including some dating back three-billion
years, as well as the Witsand Nature Reserve, with its white sand
dunes standing in stark contrast to the surrounding red Kalahari
sand dunes. The Ghaap falls within the Savannah biome in the south
while the northern areas begin to be absorbed into the Kalahari
biome. The heart-shaped Ghaap Plateau is a main attraction in
the region, situated in the central interior of the Northern Cape.
The plateau is about 1 130m above sea level and extends about
150km from east to west between the Harts River Valley and the
Kuruman Hills. Boreholes have revealed the existence of rich
underground water resources, which contributed to
development in the region.
There is a lot to do on the Go! Ghaap
Route, including learning about the various
ethnic groupings who have
called this area home, including
the San, Tswana and
Griqua people – and, in the
1800s, the missionaries, explorers and travellers who once roamed
this vast region. This area played a unique and critical role in South
Africa’s history.
NATURAL SPLENDOUR
Known as the “oasis of the Kalahari”, Kuruman is an interesting
destination for the curious traveller to visit, not least because of the
Eye of Kuruman, which delivers thousands of litres of fresh water
daily. The Wonderwerk Cave is an archaeological wonder believed
to be at least two-billion years old. The large cave is located
45km south of Kuruman and 43km north of Daniëlskuil. Research
conducted by archaeologists at the cave, which
extends 140m horizontally into the base of
the Kuruman Hills, suggests the presence of
early human activity. The Kuruman Hills are
also worth visiting when touring this route. They
are known for their large quantities of blue
asbestos or crocidolite, which prompted
mining in the Ghaap region from the
1930s until 1980. This was
halted after the serious
and often deadly health
risks of asbestos mining
were discovered.
CULTURE
AND LEISURE
The cultural camp in
Paulshoek offers insights
into the lives
of the people who live in the area.
Matjieshuts (portable tents of the Khoi
people) and traditional meals are available
on request. Here visitors will gain insight into
how these people moved according to seasons
to find better grazing grounds for their herds
of livestock, disassembling their matjieshuts and
reassembling them again in fertile soil for the
animals to thrive.
Kgalagadi Jazz Festival: The Kgalagadi Jazz
Festival is a highly anticipated music festival
that takes place at the Mothibistad Stadium
in Kuruman every year. The festival puts
the province firmly on the map with a line-up
that features local legends on the jazz music
scene. Contact: +27 60 840 2943 or visit the
Kgalagadi Jazz Festival Facebook page.

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TOURISM FORGOTTEN HIGHWAY ROUTE
The Forgotten Highway Route retraces the
steps of ancient forbears and explorers,
missionaries and diamond prospectors.
Kuruman marks the northern end of a new and exciting route that
tracks the journeys made by adventurous travellers over several
centuries. The 1 000km route stretches from Tulbagh and Ceres
in the Western Cape to the administrative capital of the John Taolo
District Municipality in the north. It is the route that was used by
the !Xam, KhoeKhoe, Tswana and missionaries. From Kuruman,
travellers would plan their ventures further north into central Africa.
This new heritage route offers a confluence of cultures and
experiences. Explore famous archaeological sites, historic towns,
amazing architecture and a selection of nature and game reserves.
Visitors can trace the early geological history which created vast
mineral wealth like iron, manganese, diamonds and limestone.
Follow in the footsteps of the early explorers and missionaries
such as David Livingstone, Henry Stanley and Richard Moffat. Relive
the Anglo-Tswana and Anglo-Boer Wars and explore the Wonderwerk
Caves near Kuruman.
After the indigenous people and the missionaries came the
prospectors, eager to get as quickly as possible to the diamond fields
of Kimberley. Every kind of conceivable good was carried along the
route, sufficient to turn Kimberley into one of the busiest places in
the southern hemisphere and to create traffic jams of wagons along
the route.
Two events of 1877 spelt the end of the road through
Karoopoort as a route of choice: the railway line to the north
reached Touwsriver and a new pass over the Cedarberg gave direct
access to the Karoo. The project to recover and restore the route
was undertaken by the Karoo Development Foundation, which
achieved its first landmark success in 2015 when Karoo lamb was
registered as a Geographic Indicator.
TO SEE AND DO:
• Kuruman Eye: A natural spring delivering about 20-million litres of
clear water daily to Kuruman.
• Moffat Museum, pictured: Named after Robert Moffat, a Scottish
missionary who lived and worked here from 1820 to 1870. He
translated the Bible into Setswana. It was also renowned explorer
David Livingstone’s first home in Africa.
• Hotel Kgalagadi: A visit is a must to view their impressive collection
of vintage cars.
• Workshop Ko Kasi: A modern-day township experience near
Mothibistad.
Less than 200km to the south of Kuruman and located in the
neighbouring Northern Cape District Municipality of Pixley ka Seme,
the town Griekwastad is famous as a founding location of the Griqua
nation and the grave of Andries Waterboer can be visited. The Mary
Moffat Museum is named for the daughter of the famous missionary
Robert, giving the family the rather unique distinction of having two
museums named for them. The nearby Witsand Nature Reserve is a
popular destination.
NORTHERN CAPE TOURISM AUTHORITY
Email: marketing@experiencenortherncape.com
John Taolo Gaetsewe Tourism: +27 53 712 1479
The Forgotten Highway Route: 071 401 2583

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INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES
JOHN TAOLO GAETSEWE DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY
The project promoter in each of the projects listed below is the District Development Model.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION INVESTMENT VALUE SOURCE OF FUNDING
Development
of a highereducation
facility
An artisans’ college, university, university of
technology or TVET college to be developed
in the district.
R4-billion
Department of Higher Education
Regional (Level
4) hospital
Access for residents of the district to
specialised healthcare will be provided for with
the construction of a regional hospital.
R2.6-billion
Department of Health, private sector
Bulk-water
supply services
Provision of bulk-water supply services
will improve health and sanitation, having
a domino effect on economic activity and
productivity.
R500-million
Department of Water and Sanitation
Basic education
programme
Ensuring that marginalised communities have
access to education facilities. A number of
new schools are planned, to be financed by
the Education Infrastructure Grant.
R7.2-million
Department of Basic Education and
Education Infrastructure Grant
Mega-Agri Park
Four Farmer Production Support Units
(FPUs) and an abattoir will support increased
food production, technology transfer and
opportunities for entrepreneurship.
R95-million
Department of Agriculture, Land
Reform and Rural Development
Grid electricity
transformers
Two new 40MVA transformers and a
substation to be built to improve the living
conditions of residents and encourage
economic development.
R122-million
Department of Energy
Gamagara
Mining Corridor
Investigate feasibility of a corridor, develop
a metals cluster and investigate the
construction of smelter and sinter plants.
Depending on feasibility
studies.
National Skills Fund, Department of
Energy, District Development Model
and private sector
Kuruman
Industrial Park
Similar to the facility planned for Kathu (next
page), the park aims to diversify the local
economy, bolster infrastructure and provide
economies of scale.
R20-million
Infrastructure South Africa, Catalytic
Projects Fund
John Taolo
Gaetsewe
regional airport
A regional airport would boost transport
links and facilitate the improved movement
of goods and people. It could attract new
business and stimulate tourism.
R2-billion
Department of Transport
New disaster
centre
Access to disaster management services
will help the community prepare for natural
disasters.
R1.2-billion
Department of Cooperative
Governance and Traditional Affairs

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The Kathu campus of the Northern Cape Rural TVET College.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION INVESTMENT VALUE SOURCE OF FUNDING
Taxi and bus
rank
A formal facility will make for easier and safer
transportation services.
R2-billion
Department of Transport
Public parks
Social amenities such as public parks improve
the quality of life of citizens and enhance
social cohesion.
R20-million
John Taolo Gaetsewe District
Municipality
Waste-to-energy
plant
Various forms of waste such as municipal
solid waste could be turned into energy,
bringing environmental benefits and job
opportunities.
R2-billion
Private sector
Office park
complex
A centralised business location will bring
benefits to companies and could attract
businesses and entrepreneurs, together with
ancillary businesses such as restaurants.
R3-billion
Private sector
Conference
facility
To fill a gap in the market for a venue for
conferences and events.
R1.6-billion
Private sector
John Taolo
Gaetsewe
Stadium
A stadium will bring economic benefits, create
new jobs, generate additional revenue and
increase tourism.
R2-billion
Private sector

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INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY
KATHU INDUSTRIAL PARK
A catalyst for multi-sectoral growth.
It is envisaged that the Kathu Industrial Park (KIP) will serve as a
catalyst for accelerated growth of other economic sectors.
PROJECT LOCATION
Kathu, Gamagara Local Municipality, John Taolo Gaetsewe
District Municipality.
PROJECT BACKGROUND
The Sishen Iron Ore Company (Pty) Ltd (SIOC) and the Industrial
Development Corporation (IDC) have funded various studies to
assess the feasibility of developing an industrial park to stimulate
sustainable long-term economic development for the Northern
Cape region. The envisaged development will attract a variety of
tenants delivering industrial goods and services within a synergistic
environment supported by centralised services and complemented
by a business incubation and training complex. With the mining
industry being the largest real economic sector in the Northern
Cape economy, the town of Kathu is the preferred location due to its
central proximity to the Postmasburg-Hotazel iron-ore/manganese
belt and various established and pending REIPPPP projects.
The bankability study has not only confirmed extensive interest
from businesses (potential tenants) but has also confirmed the
support of various key stakeholders and the commitment of
investors and financiers. This development, located on the R380, is
easily accessible from the N14 and the Kathu airport.
The project is considered a key enabler for localised manufacturing
initiatives anticipated via the Northern Cape Shared Value Initiative
and Impact Catalyst.
KIP COMPONENTS
• Central Hub: central administration offices, conferencing facilities,
an auditorium, a security office, a restaurant and other social facilities.
• A Business Incubation Centre and Training Centre.
• Customised warehouses, industrial buildings and mini-factories.
• Security fencing and lighting.
• Additional infrastructure such as an internal water reticulation
system.
TARGETED SECTORS
The KIP targets all economic sectors requiring serviced
industrial space in the region, but with the major portion of the
initial tenant makeup (study phase uptake) primarily serving
the established mining sector, by virtue of the KIP’s central
proximity to the Postmasburg-Hotazel iron-ore/manganese
belt. The KIP is also well positioned to serve the emerging
REIPPPP sector in the region. Local companies such as Mdux
Instrumentation and Control Systems, pictured, are already
active in the rooftop solar panel sector. In addition to the
ongoing development of business opportunities within the
tenant supply chains, it will be the role of the KIP Business
Incubator to expand the coverage of the KIP into other sectors.
Study-phase tenant engagement and commitment to the project
has covered all possible prospective tenants, regardless of
size or level of development. The KIP development caters for
every kind of tenant facilities, from large, customised facilities
through to smaller economically efficient mini-factories.
PROJECT FINANCING
• Phase 1: Debt and equity commitment provisionally secured from
private sector (mining stakeholders) and public sector (IDC). Engagement
is ongoing with Northern Cape Provincial Government
and Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (dtic).
• Phase 2-3: Current indication is that tenant uptake surplus to
Phase 1 will support a further phase of at least R500-million.
PROJECT STATUS
Bankability Study, Project Development Plan, Environmental Permitting,
Land rezoning and various scope realignment and market studies
completed. Investor Engagement Phase substantively completed
with provisional commitment secured from IDC, Kumba, SIOC-CDT,
Assmang and South32, but with a funding shortfall still to be resolved.
The project has been submitted to Infrastructure South Africa
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Providing services to the mining industry will be a major driver of development within the Kathu Industrial Park.
INDUSTRIAL PARKS IN CONTEXT
As defined by the National Department of Trade, Industry and Competition
(dtic), Special Economic Zones (SEZs) are geographically
designated areas of a country set aside for specifically targeted economic
activities, supported through special arrangements (that may
include laws) and systems that are often different from those that
apply in the rest of the country. SEZs can include Industrial Parks
such as the Kathu Industrial Park.
South Africa’s Industrial Policy Action Plan, IPAP, identifies SEZs as
key contributors to economic development. They are growth engines
towards government’s strategic objectives of industrialisation,
regional development and employment creation.
The purpose of the SEZ programme is to: expand the strategic
industrialisation focus to cover diverse regional development needs
and context; provide a clear, predictable and systemic planning
framework for the development of a wider array of SEZs to support
industrial policy objectives like the IPAP and National Development
Plan (NDP); clarify and strengthen governance arrangements,
expand the range and quality of support measure beyond provision
of infrastructure; and provide a framework for a predictable financing
framework to enable long-term planning. The same principles apply
to various Industrial Parks which are either being built or revived.
Apart from attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) and boosting
employment, SEZs can be instrumental in adding new sectors or
subsectors to an economy. An obvious candidate in that category is
Kathu Village Mall is a vibrant shopping centre.
renewable energy which needs manufactured components such as
solar panels and towers for wind turbines.
Incentives include tax breaks from the South African Revenue
Service, subsidised interest rates from the Industrial Development
Corporation, subsidies for employees earning below a certain level,
training grants from the dtic and discounts from national electricity
utility Eskom. The SEZ is also a customs-controlled area. The
SEZs are located in a municipality and for the SEZ programme to
succeed, municipalities must be part of the planning, design and
implementation of these spatial development catalysts. The local
government sector is, therefore, an important stakeholder in the
drive to build sustainable and successful SEZs.

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INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY
DEVELOPMENT OF MINI-CONFERENCE CENTRES
Opportunities exist for the establishment of
meeting facilities in John Taolo Gaetsewe District Municipality.
Bearing this in mind, a consultancy, ReA-Con,
was asked to do a feasibility study on the
establishment of mini-conference facilities in
the Pixley ka Seme District Municipality and
the John Taolo Gaetsewe District Municipality.
Kuruman Country Club
Thabo Mogorosi Multipurpose Centre, Kuruman
PROJECT BACKGROUND
The Northern Cape has one large convention centre in Kimberley and
several other venues, but most of them can accommodate fewer than
300 delegates, the benchmark for the definition of an “international”
conference. Business travellers spend much more than leisure
travellers and frequently combine both activities. South Africa has a
National Conventions Bureau which encourages international associations
and conventions to have their meetings and events in South
Africa. The Northern Cape is in the process of establishing a similar
body for the province.
Kimberley and Upington are the main cities for conference venues
in the Northern Cape. Decentralisation would assist both South Africa
(in being able to offer a wider variety of conference venues) and
the Northern Cape economically, in spreading economic growth to
smaller towns. The Northern Cape Tourism Authority hosts 65 annual
events and the presence of the Sol Plaatje University in the province
heightens the likelihood of academic conferences being hosted.
DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT
The aim of the feasibility study was to
identify, evaluate and recommend suitable
buildings or infrastructure in selected
towns for the establishment of conference
centres. Various criteria were used to determine
whether a venue held sufficient
potential to be considered, and a short list
of possible sites was drawn up. Suggested
adaptations to accommodate conference
delegates and events were made for many
kinds of existing venues, ranging from town halls and hospitals
(no longer used for their original purposes) to a caravan park, a
stadium and a country club.
POSSIBLE SITES
A total of 14 sites were identified as having the potential to be converted
to conference facilities across the two district municipalities. These
14 sites were in the towns of Vanderkloof, Colesberg, De Aar and
Kuruman. Some were ranked as “primary”, others as “secondary”.
LOCATION
In John Taolo Gaetsewe District, two venues were identified in the
town of Kuruman as potential sites: the Kuruman Country Club and
the Thabo Mogorosi Multipurpose Centre.
TARGETED SECTORS
• Construction
• Real estate
• Facilities management
• Retail
CONTACTS
Johann van Schalkwyk: Director: Tourism Development Unit,
Tourism Programme
Department of Economic Development and Tourism
Tel: +27 53 830 4892 |Fax: +27 86 543 1064
Email: jvs.dtec@gmail.com

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ENERGY INVESTMENT
COMMUNITY TRUSTS ARE TRANSFORMATIVE
Small rural communities are
shareholders in energy plants.
Given South Africa’s history and continuing inequalities, it was vital for
the success of the country’s programme to encourage investment in
renewable energy that something had to be done to give previously
disadvantaged citizens a chance to participate. Community trusts
have been the main vehicle through which local communities have
become shareholders in the energy-generating projects.
The ownership of the Sishen solar photovoltaic plant at Dibeng
north-west of Kathu is made up as follows: ACCIONA (54.9%), Royal
Bafokeng Holdings (25.1%), Soul City (10%), Dibeng Community
Solar Energy Trust (10%). Soul City is a community organisation.
This is a typical ownership structure under the Renewable Energy
Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (REIPPPP).
The REIPPPP has attracted a good deal of praise for its efficiency
and effectiveness: more than R200-billion has been committed in
investments in a variety of projects across South Africa.
During the 15 months it took to build the plant, around 1 000 jobs
were created, 94% filled by South Africans. Over the construction
period and working life of the facility, which is expected to operate for
over 25 years, 2.1% of the revenues will go towards socio-economic
programmes in the small town of 8 000 residents.
The South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) has issued
a Commitment Statement which noted that the REIPPPP has a
“built-in demand for local procurement”, not only offering business
opportunities to local companies, but also incentivising the industry
to identify and support emerging entrepreneurs.
The rollout of renewable energy has met some resistance in South
Africa from diverse constituencies. In response, renewable energy
advocates cite not just investment figures, but they note how much
good work has been done in communities.
Figures released by SAWEA show shareholding for local
communities at an estimated net income of R29.2-billion over the
lifespan of the projects. Some 14 000 new jobs are expected to
be created, mostly in rural areas, and more than R30-billion has
already been spent on Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) in the
construction phase.
One of the biggest underwriters of community trusts has been the
Industrial Development Corporation (IDC). In a document on trusts,
the IDC states:
In view of South Africa’s well-documented energy challenges, the
IDC – through its funding support to the energy sector – has been
proactive in contributing to the country’s Just Energy Transition and
energy security. The IDC’s funding activity has benefit ted entities with
exposure to energy generation and efficiency. These projects are
also aimed at reducing greenhouse-gas emissions.
Funded projects have ranged in various sizes from utility scale,
through to smaller-scale distributed energy solutions, either for
Own-Use by commercial and industrial-sector companies or for sale
by Independent Power Producers. Of signifi cance to the IDC is the
need to empower communities to bene fit from inclusive, equitable
and sustainable development in their respective regions. With over
R14-billion invested in renewable energy projects spread across the
country, the Corporation has funded 24 Community Trusts, enabling
them to actively participate in the country’s Renewable Energy
Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme. Our support
is purposeful in ensuring that communities use these dividends for
socio-economic development, addressing poverty and unemployment
through community-based development programmes.

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ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT
Growing local business
underpins corporate strategies.
Supplier Development Programmes and Enterprise Development Programmes
are major contributors to the promotion of local businesses all over South
Africa. With the arrival of large corporates in the form of solar and wind farm
investors, rural communities in the Northern Cape, SDP and EDP have become
an important part of the transformation of region’s economic landscape.
The Minerals Council South Africa (representing mine owners) is running the
Northern Cape Mining Community (NCMC) project to provide insight into the
contribution of mining to the Northern Cape. Specifically, the initiative aims
to illustrate the economic, social and environmental contributions by and
the impact of mining on the area and its people. According to the NCMC,
more than R700-million was spent on development projects by mining
companies in the province over a period of five years.
Nineteen mines are listed in the province – with eight of those being
in the John Taolo Gaetsewe District Municipality – and each of these
operations has Social and Labour Plans (SLPs) in addition to SDPs and
EDPs. In terms of these programmes, large companies are obliged
to or choose to help build up and train business owners (ED) which
might be part of their supply chain (SD). The programmes often
overlap, as it makes business sense for a large mining operation
to have a successful local bus company supply its transport needs.
The same would apply to the cleaning of solar panels, illustrated
in the top picture on this page at the Kathu Solar Park. Given
a steady client and a reliable income, these local businesses
are much more likely to succeed in the long term and to create
employment as they grow.
So widespread have ED and SD programmes become that national
awards are now presented annually. The Business Day Supplier Awards
has no fewer than 11 categories and an overall winner. That winner
in 2021 was Tiger Brands, whose R100-million Dipuno Enterprise and
Supplier Development Fund impressed the judges and which was cited
as an illustration of the best kind of collaboration between the private
sector, government, mining houses and their pipeline partners. This
kind of cooperation creates jobs and can lead to expansion.
Kumba Iron Ore, which mines the Sishen Mine near Kathu,
spent R5.4-billion on local community suppliers in 2022. Across
the province, that amount rose to R18-billion with BEE-business
suppliers. Fully 81% of the company’s employees are local. The
Sishen Iron Ore Company-Community Development Trust (SIOC-
CDT) is the body that disburses funds to community projects.
So far, it has invested more than R1-billion in socio-economic
and community development projects. Support is given to
local SMMEs through advice and support, over and above any
purchasing agreements, and health and education are the
major focus of the community trust. The other images on this
page reflect work done by the SIOC-CDT.

NATIONAL INCENTIVE SCHEMES
The national Development of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic), in collaboration with
other public and private sector entities, has developed a number of incentives schemes to
assist with the growth of certain sectors. These national incentives schemes are listed below.
INNOVATION CLUSTER
MANUFACTURING INVESTMENT CLUSTER
PROGRAMME
INCENTIVES
PROGRAMME
INCENTIVES
• Technology and Human
Resources for Industry
Programme (THRIP)
• Support Programme for Industrial
Innovation (SPII)
• A 50% to 90% cost-sharing grant
to maximum R8-million per annum
for three years for approved
project engaged in applied
research and development
in science, engineering and
technology.
• Matching scheme that provides
financial assistance in the form of
a non-taxable grant for qualifying
costs incurred in development
activity associated with a
specific project to a maximum of
R5-million.
• Black Industrialists
Scheme (BIS)
• Aquaculture
Development and
Enhancement
Programme
(ADEP)
• Strategic
Partnerships
Programme (SPP)
• A 30% to 50% cost-sharing grant of up to
R50-million. Offers support on a cost-sharing
basis towards capital investment costs, feasibility
studies, post-investment support and business
development services (to the maximum of
R2-million).
• Reimbursable cost-sharing grant of 30% to
50%, maximum of R20-million.
• A maximum of R15-million per financial year on
a 50:50 basis.
• Global Business Services (GBS)
Incentive
• Film and TV Production
• Export Marketing Investment
Assistance (EMIA)
• Sector Specific Assistance
Scheme (SSAS)
• Capital Projects Feasibility
Programme (CPFP)
SERVICES INVESTMENT CLUSTER
EXPORT CLUSTER
• Reimbursable cost-sharing grant
of 30% to 50%, maximum of
R20-million for qualifying costs.
Score based on economic benefit
criteria.
• For productions with various QSAPE
amounts, various percentage and
calendar days requirements may
be waived and such discretion will
take into account the budgetary
implications of the decision made.
• Return airfares, subsistence
allowances, the cost of sample
transportation and various other
costs may be covered in respect
of costs related to marketing,
missions and trade fairs.
• Project Funding. A reimbursable
80:20 cost-sharing grant scheme.
• Emerging Exporters. 100%
of the cost to a maximum of
R1.9-million per project.
• Reimbursable contribution up to a
maximum of R8-million.
• Agro-Processing
Support Scheme
(APSS)
• Automotive
Investment
Scheme (AIS)
• Special Economic
Zone Fund (SEZ)
• Critical
Infrastructure
Programme (CIP)
• Reimbursable cost-sharing grant of 20% to 30%
to a maximum of R20-million.
Non-taxable cash grant of
• 20% of the value for light motor vehicle
manufactures and
• 25% of the value of qualifying investment in
component manufactures and tooling companies.
INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENT CLUSTER
• Preferential taxes (including 12i Tax Allowance)
• Bulk infrastructure (electrical sub-stations, water
storage, sewerage treatment and pumping, etc)
• Top structures
• Business development (pre-feasibility studies
and feasibility studies, technology testing and
training, EIA and general research linked to
planned investment and clusters)
Registered private entities and local governments
(municipalities, excluding metropolitan
municipalities).Types of supported projects, capped
at R50-million:
• strategic infrastructure feasibility studies
• generic investment
• South African film and TV studios and cinemas
• state-owned testing facilities
• state-owned industrial parks
• distressed municipalities or investors in such
municipalities

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JOHN TAOLO GAETSEWE DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY
Contact Details
Address:
4 Federale Mynbou Street, Kuruman 8460
Tel: +27 (53) 712 8700
Municipal Manager: Mr Klaas Teise
Tel: +27 (53) 712 8731
Cell: 082 712 0363
Email: mmsec@taologaetsewe.go.za
Email: klaas.teise@gmail.com
Website: www.taologaetsewe.gov.za