Department Of Public Works and Infrastructure

Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, @DeanMacpherson , accompanied by the Head of @infraSA_ (ISA), @madamemameetse , today visited the NAMPO Harvest Day exhibition in Bothaville, Free State. The visit formed part of ongoing efforts to strengthen collaboration between government and key stakeholders in the agricultural sector. During the visit, the Minister and the Head of ISA met with key stakeholders from the agricultural sector, including AgriSA and Grain SA. Discussions focused on partnership opportunities and the critical role of infrastructure in supporting agricultural development, driving economic growth and creating sustainable employment opportunities. NAMPO is one of the largest privately owned agricultural exhibitions in the Southern Hemisphere. #LetsBuildSA #DPWI #nampo2026 #Agriculture #EconomicDevelopment

Deputy Minister @sziks will on Monday, 18 May 2026, embark on Operation Siyahlola in Ntuzuma, KwaZulu-Natal. As part of Operation Siyahlola, the Deputy Minister will visit the completed Ntuzuma SAPS Command Centre. This initiative forms part of ongoing efforts to strengthen oversight, improve service delivery, and engage directly with communities. #OperationSiyahlola #PublicWorks #ServiceDelivery #KZN

🚧 𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗦 𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗡𝗢𝗪 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡! 👷🏽‍♀️✨ For the past 7 years, the #cidb ERWIC Awards have celebrated the incredible women who are helping shape the future of South Africa’s construction industry. From the construction site to the boardroom, from project management to mentorship, innovation, academia and research, women across the built environment continue to break barriers, lead change and build a stronger future for us all. 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿, 𝘄𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲 𝗮 𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱-𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗮𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗮 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝘁 𝗲𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁🎓🏗️ Know an inspiring woman making an impact? Enter yourself or nominate someone deserving today. 🏆 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝟭𝟲 𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝘆: bit.ly/4nwofp6 #ERWICAwards #WomenInConstruction #BuildingForTheFuture #LetsBuildSA @cidbERWIC @DepartmentPWI @SACPCMP

DPWI 2026 Budget Vote Full text speech 👉🏾 publicworks.gov.za/PDFs/Speeches/… , 13 May 2026 #DPWI2026BudgetVote #LetsBuildSA #BudgetVote2026 @DeanMacpherson @infraSA_ @cidb_sa @IDT_org @cbe_rsa

⚠️ SCAM ALERT ⚠️ The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure alerts members of the public that the circulating Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the supply and delivery of safety boots is FAKE and does not originate from the Department. Members of the public and service providers are strongly advised to disregard this fraudulent communication, not to submit any quotations, and not to share personal or financial information in response to it. The Department urges all stakeholders to remain vigilant and to verify all procurement opportunities through official Departmental platforms and communication channels only. ⚠️ #ScamAlert #FraudAwareness #StayVigilant

🏗️📚The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure, in partnership with key stakeholders, continues to empower young people by creating access to career guidance and opportunities within the built environment sector. Yesterday , learners at Gugulesizwe High School in Scottburgh, KwaZulu-Natal, participated in a Mini Career Expo aimed at exposing young people to opportunities in infrastructure, engineering, construction, skills development and higher education. The programme brought together key stakeholders including the Independent Development Trust (IDT), CIDB, NYDA, CETA, Khetha, Mangosuthu University of Technology and the University of the Free State to encourage learners to dream beyond their circumstances and pursue careers that will contribute towards building South Africa. Speaking during the engagement, Ms Thandeka Msibi, Director for Human Capital Investment, encouraged learners to remain committed to their studies and to take advantage of opportunities available within the built environment sector. She emphasised the importance of education, skills development and informed career choices in shaping a brighter future for young people. Through impactful engagements, motivational testimonies and guided exhibitions, learners received valuable insight into study pathways, bursary opportunities and careers within the public sector and built environment. #SkillsDevelopment #careerexpo #BuiltEnvironment #DPWI #LetsBuildSA

Watch, Minister Dean Macpherson and DPWI Portfolio Committee Chairperson, Ms Carol Phiri, joined Expanded Public Works Programme National Youth Service participants based at Durban High following the 2026 DPWI Budget Vote in Parliament, Cape Town.

[PHOTOS] The Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) National Youth Service (NYS) participants based at the Durban High Court joined the Minister @DeanMacpherson and Deputy Minister @sziks during the delivery of the Budget Vote, in Parliament in Cape Town. These participants are undergoing Artisan training in areas such as plumbing, bricklaying and carpeting. This crucial training programme will improve their employability or help them start their Small Businesses. #BudgetVote2026 #DPWI #LetsBuildSA #ANationThatWorksForAll

🎥 The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is making great progress on insourcing maintenance work thus building state capacity, and creating sustainable jobs. #BudgetVote

MEDIA ADVISORY Issued 13 May 2026 MINISTER @DeanMacpherson TO ATTEND AGRICULTURAL EXHIBITION NAMPO IN BOTHAVILLE, FREE STATE The Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Dean Macpherson, will on Thursday, 14 May 2025, attend one of the largest privately owned agricultural exhibitions in the southern hemisphere, NAMPO, in Bothaville, Free State. He will be joined by the Head of @infraSA_ , @madamemameetse . During their visit, they will meet with key role-players in the grain and agricultural sectors, including AgriSA and Grain SA, to discuss partnership opportunities and how the state can support the sector. Members of the media are invited to attend the panel discussion as follows: Date: Thursday, 14 May 2026 Time: 08:00 Venue: NAMPO Park, Bothaville Google Maps Link: maps.app.googl/vStzRgwydgjuk5MG7 Enquiries James de Villiers Spokesperson to the Minister james.devilliers@dpw.gov.za 082 766 0276

#BudgetVote2026 || Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, @DeanMacpherson , alongside Deputy Minister @sziks , tabled the Department’s 2026/27 Budget Vote in Parliament, outlining a reform-driven agenda focused on infrastructure delivery, governance, investment and accountability today. The Department has been allocated R7.8 billion for the 2026/27 financial year as part of a medium-term allocation of R24.6 billion, with significant investment directed towards infrastructure delivery, Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) grants, and support for departmental entities. Key priorities announced include:
✔️ EPWP reform
✔️ Unlocking public assets
✔️ Fighting corruption
✔️ Small harbour reform
✔️ Accelerating infrastructure delivery The Minister also highlighted that the Department will focus on key major priorities, including the establishment of the South African National Property Company, following the announcement made By the President during the State of the National Address. #DPWI #LetsBuildSA #ANationThatWorksForAll

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DPWI BUDGET VOTE || Today, The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure will table the 2026 Budget Vote 2026 at Parliament, Cape Town. The Budget Vote will outline the department’s strategic priorities and planned expenditure towards infrastructure delivery, job creation and economic transformation. 📅 13 May 2026 ⏰ 14:00 📺 Livestream: Parliamentary Channel 408 #BudgetVote2026 #DPWI #LetsBuildSA #ANationThatWorksForAll

[VIDEO] 🏗️ The Construction Fund is here! Empowering contractors. Advancing infrastructure. Growing the economy. 📌Watch the full video for more Information and Learn more about the Construction Fund👉🏾 youtu.be/t2GIL-xErmQ #SEDFAConstructionFund #ANationThatWorksForAll #LetsBuildSA @sedfa_dsbd @cidb_sa @DSBD_SA x.com/DSBD_SA/status…

SIDELINE INTERVIEW | Deputy Minister @sziks engages with the media on the sidelines of the Construction Fund Launch held in Modderfontein, Gauteng, earlier today. @cidb_sa @DSBD_SA

Delivering the keynote address at today’s Construction Fund Launch, Minister of @DSBD_SA @Stellarated spoke powerfully about the realities facing emerging contractors across South Africa. She highlighted that too many capable businesses are stuck fighting to survive due to barriers around finance, compliance, technical support and access to opportunities. “The R300 million Construction Fund is not simply about financing projects, it is about advancing economic justice.” An important moment for contractor development, transformation and inclusive growth in the construction sector. @DepartmentPWI @sedfa_dsbd @sziks

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Construction Fund initiative Launch || Tomorrow, The Deputy Minister, @sziks will join Minister, Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams for the launch of the cidb-SEFDA R300 million Construction Fund initiative in Modderfontein, Gauteng. The initiative aims to empower emerging contractors and expand opportunities for black-owned, women-owned, youth-owned, township-based businesses and persons with disabilities within the construction sector. 📍 Modderfontein, Gauteng 📅 12 May 2026 ⏰ 09:00 AM 🔴livestream: youtube.com/live/9mUoavMVI… #BuildingForTheFuture #LetsBuildSA #ConstructionFund @DSBD_SA @cidb_sa

CONSTRUCTION FUND LAUNCH || Deputy Minister Sihle Zikalala delivered a compelling address, emphasising the importance of supporting emerging contractors as a catalyst for inclusive economic growth. “Because when we build contractors, we build jobs. When we build jobs, we restore dignity” @sihlezikalala #BuildingForTheFuture #LetsBuildSA #constructionfund @cidb_sa @DSBD_SA