Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality

Partnering for sustainable water and energy in the region

As part of the Presidential District Development Model (DDM) programs in infrastructure, agriculture and renewable energy projects, Thabo Mofutsanyana Municipality has appointed Trioflex Incubator and KB Engineering to develop and implement renewable energy and water harvesting technology in the municipality. The appointments were made through a competitive bidding process.

Energy and Water Development Corporation (EAWD), an innovator in alternative energy and green tech, has signed a letter of intent with Trioflex Incubator (Pty) Ltd and KB Engineering GmbH.

Irma Velazquez, CEO of EAWD said, “Implementation of renewable energy and water harvesting technology projects will help improve lives and support the economic growth initiatives of the Thabo

Mofutsanyana District Municipality," "There is a growing need for additional, reliable sources of power and water generation worldwide, and South Africa is no exception. Through the Trioflex Incubator, the partnership between EAWD and KB Engineering brings the proven technology and engineering experience to create sustainable production of water and energy while also developing skills and creating jobs within our community to further our goal of eradicating poverty," said Thapelo Mokoena, CEO of Trioflex Incubator.

Takatso Lebenya, the Municipal Manager of Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality, thanked Trioflex Incubator and KB Engineering for arranging the meeting in Hamburg, Germany, and applauded Mr Mokoena for his vision and perseverance, saying these interactions will go a long way in

improving the economy of the district and livelihood of its people. The Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality encompasses the six local municipalities of Dihlabeng, Maluti- A-Phofung, Mantsopa, Nketoana, Phumelela and Setsoto and is committed to creating integrated, self-reliant and sustainable communities by improving living conditions and developing a conducive environment for business opportunities and job creation.

Key priorities of the municipality include sustainable infrastructure, local economic development, job creation, agriculture and rural development, social development, community participation and financial viability.

"The interest and support from the local government in South Africa to work with local communities in the Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality to develop sources of sustainable energy and water is encouraging," said Norbert Kajüter, Managing Director, KB Engineering.

About Trioflex Incubator

Trioflex Incubator is 100% Black Owned and Managed and is an accredited QCTO Training Provider and acts as the strategic partner of Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality appointed to train Artisans and be a source of funding for unfunded projects as per the District Development Model (DDM) ONE PLAN. As a business Incubator, the company’s focus is on developing entrepreneurs to become successful.