Premier Supra Mahumapelo of the North West Province will visit the People’s Republic of China on Sunday, 11 until 18 September 2016 to explore further investment opportunities and to confirm the provincial government’s commitment to the already proposed deals.
Central to Premier Mahumapelo’s engagement with potential investors from Beijing and Shanghai will be the construction of a power station and the establishment of a bus manufacturing plant in the Province, including the establishment of donkey breeding farms for export of donkey hide and meat to China.
Accompanied by MECs Manketsi Tlhape of Rural, Environment and Agricultural Development and Fenny Gaolaolwe of Local Government and Human Settlements, Premier Mahumapelo is also expected to lead discussions on proposed deals for construction of buildings and improvement of ICT infrastructure.
As part of this week-long programme, the Premier and his delegation which also includes experts in the field of agriculture, will visit a donkey farm and attend a Huawei Exhibition in Shanghai, before meeting with various companies such as Shanghai Electric, Bus Manufacturing, Survey and Donkey companies.
This second official trip to China is part of strengthening the existing trade and investment relations with BRICS countries, and serve as a great platform for the North West Province to learn best practices in dealing with especially housing challenges and ICT issues.
Moreover, the Premier’s engagement with potential investors in China is viewed as a significant effort geared towards boosting the province’s economy, and achieving the goals of the 5th Administration’s strategy to rebrand, reposition and renew the province.
MEC for Education and Sport Development, Sello Lehari, will be appointed to act as Premier of the North West Province for the duration of Premier Mahumapelo’s visit to China.
Enquiries:
Mr Brian Setswambung
Provincial Head of Communication
Cell: 076 012 4501
E-mail: bsetswambung@nwpg.gov.za
