R22 million upgrade set to boost electricity supply to KwaNomzamo

HUMANSDORP – The electrical substation in Boskloof, Humansdorp is set to be upgraded at a cost of R22 million – enhancing the electricity supply to KwaNomzamo.

The project will see the installation of an additional 15MW transformer, along with associated equipment, increasing the substation’s capacity from 7 Mega Volt Amps (MVA) to 22MVA. This increase will significantly enhance the electrical supply in the region, equivalent to powering over 366 000 sixty-watt light bulbs.

The upgrade is particularly vital for supplying electricity to the new housing units planned under the Kwanomzamo Housing Project. This housing initiative is part of a broader Human Settlement Project that was approved by the Department of Human Settlements in 2009.

Kouga Executive Mayor, Hattingh Bornman, highlighted the importance of this upgrade, stating: "This is a critical development for the region. The expanded capacity will not only improve the reliability of electricity supply, but also lay the groundwork for the future growth of KwaNomzamo and surrounding areas.

“It represents our commitment to providing sustainable infrastructure that supports community progress."