Pothole Eradication Programme (PEP): Paving the Way for Youth Skills and Road Safety
In a powerful collaboration with the Free State Department of Community Safety, Roads and Transport, and industry partners Repair Holdings, Congiela, and Maliepo, the Central University of Technology, Free State (CUT) is actively eradicating potholes while skilling the next generation of artisans.
The programme has already handed over 650 certifications to Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) youth learners trained in cold-mix asphalt technologies, directly improving provincial road safety and creating work-ready entrepreneurs.
Strategic Alignment
Strategic Goal 2
Innovative and Industry-Relevant Programmes: Producing work-ready graduates, innovators, and entrepreneurs.
UoT Mandate
This project directly fulfils the University of Technology mandate through Work-Integrated Learning (WIL), Career-Focused Education, and Sustainable Engagement with provincial government and industry.
Project Partners and Impact
Measurable Outcomes
- Over 650 EPWP youth learners certified in cold-mix asphalt technologies.
- Direct improvement of provincial road safety and infrastructure longevity.
- Creation of sustainable employment pathways and work-ready entrepreneurs in the civil engineering sector.
Government Partner
Free State Department of Community Safety, Roads and Transport
Industry Partners
Repair Holdings, Congiela, and Maliepo
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