Sasol has completed critical repairs to key bulk water supply valves in Secunda, addressing persistent leaks that impacted reliable water delivery to residents and surrounding businesses.

The industrial giant had initiated an emergency water relief project in response to a request from the Govan Mbeki Municipality (GMM) to repair the water valves at Golden Village and the Graceland Hotel, Casino and Country Club.

The Graceland valve regulates the main water pipeline to Secunda, Trichardt households, Esperanza and Sasol Mining operations. Repairs were done on three 600mm gate valves across two bulk water supply lines.

Access to a quality water supply is central to improved well-being and the quality of life for communities, and this latest intervention is a continuation of several water infrastructure projects rolled out by Sasol across GMM over the years.

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In 2023, Sasol, in partnership with Thungela, handed over an upgraded Leandra bulk sewerage infrastructure to GMM, marking a significant collaboration between private entities and the municipality.

In the same year, the community of Bethal benefited from a Sasol-led project to install water pipes across the town, in an effort to curb water wastage caused by leaks.

Also in 2023, schools around GMM, including Mzinoni Secondary School and Laerskool Marietjie van Niekerk in Bethal, have taken ownership of water tanks provided by Sasol.

Sasol has also delivered 15 more water tanks to schools in GMM in the current financial year.

By helping the municipality to address infrastructure challenges, Sasol reinforces its position as a trusted partner in community development projects. The company’s outreach also rippled out to schools in other parts of Mpumalanga.

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