DA leader John Steenhuisen has heaped praise on Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean MacPherson for spearheading initiatives to transform South Africa into a construction site.
Steenhuisen addressed a gathering of DA MPs, ministers, and the media on the DA’s accomplishments in government and its stance on the Government of National Unity (GNU)
He said under Infrastructure South Africa’s pilot initiative in four municipalities, which will expand to 18 more, MacPherson aims to accelerate 82 Strategic Integrated Projects valued at R437 billion.
“He is fast-tracking 82 Strategic Integrated Projects worth R437 billion, with a focus on transport, water, energy, and housing,” said Steenhuisen.
“He has also attracted hundreds of millions of Rands in private sector interest to redevelop dilapidated government-owned buildings and will expand the programme after the first round of 27 has been completed.”
He further outlined the urgency for the GNU to implement policies driving economic growth and
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