10 Jun 2026

Due to prevailing financial constraints, the Bobirwa District Council’s infrastructure budget continues to face a downward trend, says Council Chairman Mr Johannes Gaosikelwe.

Delivering his welcome remarks on Monday, Mr Gaosikelwe stated that the reality of the infrastructural fiscal challenges, when measured against the need for improvements across all sectors of the Bobirwa District, was sobering.

“However, I want to reassure you that we are not merely folding our hands in resignation; instead, we are working tirelessly to optimise every available Pula,” the chairman said. 

He added that this approach would stretch their limited resources to make the most meaningful impact on the state of local infrastructure.

He further noted that the council was actively transitioning toward a more self-reliant model to enhance its operational capacity. 

As part of this transition, the council has ordered a new bulldozer and a crane truck, which are expected to be delivered by the end of June this year.

These strategic acquisitions are anticipated to be “game changers” for service delivery. 

The bulldozer will significantly reinforce the council’s efforts in road maintenance and the rehabilitation of dumping sites, while the crane truck will provide the specialised utility required for the efficient maintenance of streetlights. 

Additionally, the crane will facilitate the installation of upcoming solar streetlight projects in both Mmadinare and Bobonong villages.

“By shifting this work to be done in-house, we are not only reducing costs but also reclaiming control over our project timelines,” Mr Gaosikelwe explained. Although he painted a somewhat bleak financial picture for infrastructural improvements, the chairman noted that ongoing projects were showing positive momentum. 

He cited the Tobane stormwater drainage project, which is near completion, as one of those progressing extremely well. 

Furthermore, the chairman told the full council that the contractor was about to begin resealing the Bobonong Access Road as part of their commitment to building a better Bobirwa. On other issues, Mr Gaosikelwe spoke highly of the operationalisation of BOMMA Investments, a special purpose vehicle for the council. 

He stated that it stood as a beacon of hope for the Bobirwa economy, representing “the engine of our future financial autonomy.”

“I am thrilled to report that the company is now in full swing, and the council is in the final stages of transferring several of its strategic assets to this entity,” he said.

Consequently, the chairman drummed up support for the entity, emphasising that it would unlock the potential of these assets to generate sustainable revenue and create much-needed employment opportunities for local youth. 

Backed fully by the council, BOMMA Investments is tipped to become the catalyst for the long-envisioned prosperity of the region. ENDS