Truckers to get halfway station on Trans Kalahari

A HALFWAY STATION is being developed between the Namibian and South African borders on the Trans Kalahari Highway in order to combat criticism which has been levelled against the Trans Kalahari Corridor operators for the lack of services along the 766km section of the road. A full range of services is being built at Kang, about halfway, including fuel stations, food outlets and accommodation, offering an essential break for truck drivers as well as travellers. Emergency and breakdown services are also to be provided. The highway, opened in 1998, is generally in good condition, but an 84km section between Sekoma and Jwaneng is currently being rebuilt by Group Five as part of a R100 million contract due to be completed in May 2003. There are speed restrictions along this section, but once completed these will be removed to reduce transit time.