The Namakwa Special Economic Zone was virtually launched this morning by the Premier of the Northern Cape, Dr Zamani Saul alongside the minister of the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition Ebrahim Patel in absentia.  In his address Saul said that the Namakwa SEZ is a confirmed investment of R 29.3 billion which comprises of 1270 hectares of land. Saul said that the Namakwa SEZ marks as a first for the province. According to the premier the SEZ will be a catalyst for job creation as it will be a pathway to unparalleled job opportunities, fostering small, medium and macro enterprises. He said that this development has the potential to completely change the socio economic landscape of the province as it will no longer just be a place to visit but also to invest, innovate and thrive. Saul stated that with the help of Minister Patel before the closure of the sixth administration it ensured that the SEZ be established and launched. He said that the handing over of this development to the 7th administration is done with a great sense of optimism and anticipation.

Journalist: Rene Julies
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