SASOLBURG – Sasol and Natref handed over two projects that improve ambient air quality in Metsimaholo on Tuesday, November 7.
The paving of a 1,6km stretch of road in Amelia and the upgraded satellite fire station in Zamdela, Sasolburg was officially handed to Metsimaholo.
In the morning, the ribbon cutting for the road was officiated with different government and Sasolburg officials gracing the proceedings.
Braving the rainy showers, the entourage moved to Harry Gwala Multipurpose Center where the satellite fire station was opened to the public.
Concluding the ceremony with a tour of the fire station, different dignitaries including Metsimaholo mayor, Jack Malindi, and Fezile Dabi mayor, Dennnis Khasudi shared their gratitude.
Rightwell Laxa, Senior Vice President at Sasol’s Sasolburg and Ekandustria Operations said “As Sasol, our commitment to drive sustainable improvement in our fenceline communities is motivated by our core values and shared interest for the safety of our people. As we officially hand over this road and satellite fire station infrastructures, we do so with a firm belief that this will ensure the safety of families on the road, and a quicker response time to veld and waste fires as well as at home.”
The 1,6km main road in Amelia was paved to reduce dust and improve road safety during high traffic volumes, particularly on a road that connects multiple townships.
The work included the provision of a pedestrian walkway, bus shelters, speed humps, road markings and signage.
Additionally, the satellite fire station project at the Harry Gwala Multi-Purpose Sports Centre in Zamdela was upgraded to accommodate a 6000-litre fire truck that is now stationed closer to the community – making the response time quicker.
Renovation work inside the station entailed the upgrading of office space, ablution facilities and the reception area, while a structure was erected outside the station to house the fire truck.
“For us as Sasol, safety remains a key priority; and in this instance, these two infrastructures will solidify the municipality’s response to safety measures and ensure that the local wards are better equipped to respond to and mitigate emergencies for the safety of all our fenceline communities,” concluded Laxa.
