The department is currently undertaking the below listed projects to address inmate accommodation
PROJECT |
COMMENTS |
The repair and upgrade of the Integrated Security System at Emthonjeni Youth Facility to restore 288 bed spaces |
Progress is at 85% and completion is estimated for March 2023 |
The upgrading of Parys Correctional Facility to provide an approximate of 250 beds |
Construction is at 55%, completion is estimated for 03 April 2023. |
The upgrading of the Burgersdorp Correctional Facility to a new generation Facility to provide an approximate of 500 beds |
Site was handed over to contractor in April 2022, construction is in the initial stage with an estimated completion of June 2026 |
The upgrade of the Litchenburg Correctional Facility to provide an approximate of 500 bed spaces |
Design is at advanced stage, department in discussions with Local Municipality on supply of bulk services. |
Construction of Richards Bay Correctional Facility with an approximate 1000 bed spaces |
Consultants have been appointed by Department of Public works and Infrastructure and are busy with planning on all three projects. |
Construction of Kirkwood Correctional Facility with an approximate 500 bed spaces |
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Construction of a new facility at Leeuwkop with an approximate 1500 bed spaces |
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