15/10/2026
Participating in the 6th Limpopo Investment Conference (LIC 2026), held at The Ranch Hotel in Polokwane, Lepelle Northern Water (LNW) led by the Board Chairperson Dr Nndweleni Mphephu, continues to demonstrate commitment to supporting investment and advancing sustainable economic development in the province.
Held under the theme “From Pledges to Progress: Accelerating Implementation and Unlocking Investment in Limpopo,” the conference brought together key stakeholders from government, public entities and the private sector, focusing on translating investment commitments into tangible economic outcomes.
Hosted by Limpopo Provincial Government Premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba, addressed by the Deputy President Paulus Mashatile, the conference emphasised the importance of converting investment pledges into meaningful results, creating sustainable employment opportunities and improving livelihoods. Calling for stronger collaboration among municipalities, public entities and other stakeholders, the Deputy President highlighted the need to build investor confidence and address barriers to investment. Further strengthening the province’s investment landscape, he officiated the launch of the InvestSA One Stop Shop in Limpopo.
Contributing to discussions on the province’s economic infrastructure priorities, LNW Chief Executive Officer, Dr Cornelius Ruiters, participated in a panel discussion titled “Key Economic Network Infrastructure to Enable Limpopo Industrialisation and Ways to Facilitate its Delivery.” Highlighting the strategic importance of reliable bulk water infrastructure, the discussion underscored water security as a critical enabler of industrialisation, investment attraction and sustainable economic growth.
Demonstrating institutional commitment to the province’s development agenda, LNW delegation included the Chief Financial Officer Stanley Ramalatso, Executive Manager Engineering Services Aluwani Gangashe, and Chief Project Engineer Gundo Motsoare . LNW’s exhibition stand also provided a platform for strengthening relationships and promoting the organisation’s role as a sustainable bulk water service provider.