Free State Province launches Catalytic Investment and Industrialisation Project in Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality, 9 Oct

The Premier of the Free State Province, MaQueen Letsoha-Mathae, Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality and the Chinese investors Joy Long-YJC will host a high-level ceremony to launch the Free State Catalytic Investment and Industrialization Project in Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality.

 

The ceremony will take place at the Phuthaditjhaba Multipurpose Centre on Friday, 9 October 2026.

 

The project will mobilise automotive assembly, electric-mobility technologies, components, energy systems, logistics, skills and local suppliers. 

 

The project represents an investment of approximately R100-billion and is expected to contribute to manufacturing, industrialisation, green economy development and the energy transition, while creating approximately 6,500 permanent jobs.

 

*Details of the launch are as follows:*

Date: Friday, 09 October 2026 

Time: 09:00

Venue: Phuthaditjhaba Multipurpose Centre, Free State Province

 

Members of the media wishing to cover the Launch of the Free State Catalytic Investment and Industrialization are advised to apply for accreditation using the following link: https://mrs.gcis.gov.za/?q=Free-State-Catalytic-Investment-and-Industrialisation-Launch 

 

The deadline for applications is Wednesday, 07 October 2026 at 16:00.

 

Accreditation enquiries:

Free State Premier’s Office: Ms Pulane Tsupane on +27 71 302 2595

GCIS: Ms Mpho Phatudi on +27 79 605 2659 

 

Media enquiries:
Ms Matshidiso Setai  
Head of Provincial Government Communication Services: Free State Premier’s Office
Cell: 083 795 6498

Ms Mpho Sikisi 

Premier Spokesperson
Cell:  083 449 9463

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