Department of Public Works and Roads - NW

15/09/2026

15/09/2026

[WATCH LIVE] North West Tourism Month Media Launch 2026

THEME: "Digital and Artificial Intelligence to Redesign Tourism"

15/09/2026

North West Technology Week and Provincial Digital Transformation Summit Media Launch currently underway at the Provincial Disaster Management Centre, Mahikeng.

15/09/2026

MEC for North West Dept of Economic Development, Environment Conservation & Tourism Bitsa Lenkopane, will launch Tourism Month in North West Province today during a media event at the iconic Pilanesberg Nature Reserve Bakgatla Resort

The launch highlights upcoming Tourism Month activities and celebrates World Tourism Day, driving inclusive, modern, and sustainable tourism development across the province.Under the theme: "Digital and Artificial Intelligence to Redesign Tourism."

14/09/2026

[Alert] North West Provincial Government will as part of implementing its recently approved Digital Transformation Strategy, host the North West Technology Week and Provincial Digital Transformation Summit in November 2026, in collaboration with NetCampus Group, a leading Information and Communication Technology (ICT) training company.

To formally introduce this initiative to members of the media and interested stakeholders, Premier Lazarus Kagiso Mokgosi, joined by the Chief Executive Officer of NetCampus Group, Ms Tebogo Makgatho and the Government Information and Technology Officer, Mr Thato Matsipe, will officially launch the North West Technology Week and Provincial Digital Transformation Summit.

The media will also be briefed on the objectives of the envisaged Summit, as well as progress made to date in implementing the Provincial Digital Transformation Strategy.

The North West Technology Week and Digital Transformation Summit Media Launch will be held as follows:

*Date:* Tuesday, 15 September 2026
*Time:* 09h00
*Venue:* Provincial Disaster Management Centre, Mahikeng

We will be streaming this session on this platform, North West Provincial Government Youtube Channel and NWPGov X Page.

12/09/2026

The Department of Public Works and Roads family, led by MEC Sempe Elizabeth Mokua, has joined the Ntlatleng family, friends and loved ones in paying final respects to our departed colleague, Mr Sydney Mokopu Ntlatleng.

During the funeral service, held in Pretoria, MEC Mokua delivered an emotional eulogy, speaking fondly of Mr Ntlatleng. She described him as a dedicated employee with meticulous approach to his work and commended him for his humility and the quiet excellence with which he served the Department and the people of the North West.

MEC Mokua says the Department has lost not only an an employee, but a leader and a visionary who understood that infrastructure is about more than roads and structures, it is about connecting people, communities and families.

The Department of Public Works and Roads will forever cherish Sydney Ntlatleng’s memories and the legacy he leaves behind of connecting lives

May his soul rest in eternal peace.

11/09/2026

The Department of Public Works and Roads is on the ground in Ga-Khunwana, Tswaing Local Municipality, as part of the Accelerated Thuntsha Lerole Programme, intensifying efforts to improve road infrastructure and enhance road safety.

Premier Lazarus Mokgosi, Head of Department, Mr Moses Kgantsi and departmental officials, take part as road maintenance teams carry out pothole patching along Road D3551, which connects Ga-Khunwana with Kraaipan and road marking along Road D170 between Khunwana and Sione.

These interventions form part of the Department’s commitment to maintaining safer, more accessible roads and improving mobility for communities across the province.

11/09/2026

Feedback session currently on in Ga-Khunwana Village, Tswaing Local Municipality.

11/09/2026

The Accelerated Thuntsha Lerole Programme is underway in Ga-Khunwana, Tswaing Local Municipality.
The Department of Public Works and Roads is part of the briefing with stakeholders ahead of the day’s programme, aimed at providing an overview of the order of proceedings and ensuring that all roleplayers are aligned for the activities of the day.

10/09/2026

PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT TAKES SERVICES TO TSWAING LOCAL MUNICIPALITY THROUGH THUNTSHA LEROLE

Mahikeng: The North West Provincial Government led by Premier Kagiso Lazarus Mokgosi will on Friday, 11 September 2026, roll out the Thuntsha Lerole Accelerated Service Delivery Programme – Phase 6 across various villages in the Tswaing Local Municipality, including Ga-Khunwana, Kraaipan, Deelpan, Khibitswane, Polena and Moiragale.

In response to service delivery gaps identified in the municipality, various MECs, supported by the Ngaka Modiri Molema District Executive Mayor and Tswaing Local Municipality Mayor will join forces in implementing service delivery interventions including fixing the water infrastructure, potholes patching and food security among others.

A key intervention will focus on restoring a reliable water supply in Ga-Khunwana, Khibitswane, Polena and Moiragale. The work will include the removal and reinstallation of pumps, inspection and restoration of valves, and replacement of damaged standpipes to improve household access to reliable water.

As part of the Environmental Services Programme, the initiative will be activated as part of government’s efforts to create income-generating opportunities for communities through the collection and sale of recyclable waste, while promoting cleaner and healthier neighbourhoods.

An Environmental Youth Club Participation Trophy will also be handed over to the Deelpan Enviro Youth Club in recognition of its commitment to, and active participation in environmental initiatives.

The programme will further advance economic empowerment through an ABSA Hawkers Training Graduation Ceremony in Sannieshof, where 41 participants who have completed training in capacity building, financial literacy and entrepreneurship will be recognised.

Local business owners will also receive assistance with Centralised Supplier Database (CSD) registration and updates, enabling them to better position their businesses to access government procurement opportunities and participate in the local economy.

Community food security will be strengthened through the distribution of gardening tools and vegetable seedlings to Ga-Khunwana Primary School, Khunwana Traditional Office and individual beneficiary Refilwe Mabote, supporting food production and sustainable livelihoods.

In addition, 100 food parcels will be distributed to identified destitute families.

Through Thuntsha Lerole Phase 6, government continues to bring practical interventions closer to communities by restoring essential services, creating economic opportunities, strengthening food security and promoting active community participation in building better and more sustainable communities.

Members of the media are invited to attend and cover the Thuntsha Lerole Reloaded – Accelerated Service Delivery Programme, including the service delivery interventions, project site visits and a community feedback session, scheduled as follows:

Date: Friday, 11 September 2026

Time: 08h00: On-site government services to communities

Venue: Barolong Boo Ratlou Ba Ga Seitshiro Traditional Council Community Hall, Ga-Khunwana Village, Ward 2

*Programme:*

09h00–12h00: Service delivery interventions and visits to project sites by the Premier, MECs and Mayors

12h00–14h30: Community Feedback Session

Issued by:

Office of the Premier