In Durban, KwaZulu-Natal Province, South Africa, the EB Cloete Interchange upgrade project – an initiative that will not only enhance local transportation infrastructure but also have a positive impact on the surrounding community and economy – is advancing rapidly.
As the first public infrastructure project undertaken by the China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC) in South Africa, the interchange upgrade is a major breakthrough for the company in southern Africa and allows it to set its stall out for future contracts.
Artist’s impression of the EB Cloete Interchange project [Photo/sasac.gov.cn]
The EB Cloete Interchange is a key junction that connects the N2 and N3 highways in Durban, with the project encompassing widening and upgrading the existing four-levels and associated ramps, as well as improving surrounding main roads. Once complete, the interchange will expand from eight lanes to between 12 and 14 lanes to meet increasing traffic volume. The project also involves reconstructing surrounding roads and building seven new overpasses, enhancing traffic flow and efficiency.
As part of the project, CSCEC South Africa and the South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL) partnered with local police and security offices to conduct personal safety and traffic safety training. These sessions equipped both Chinese and local employees with knowledge of safety measures while working in South Africa, enabling them to address potential risks and challenges effectively and fostering a sense of engagement and security.
Certificates are issued to employees by CSCEC. [Photo/sasac.gov.cn]
The interchange project places a strong emphasis on local employment and skills development. To date, around 650 general laborers, and 183 skilled workers and operators have been employed on the project.
Children from a school which CSCEC workers painted for Labor Day. [Photo/sasac.gov.cn]
(Executive editor: Wang Ruoting)
