Karoshoek Solar One (RF) (Pty) Ltd (KS1) (The “Ilanga” project) is committed to creating meaningful benefits within the surrounding communities with a particular focus on those living in the communities near the Ilanga project site. The company is committed to meeting its obligation with the Department of Energy through the implementation of socio-economic development initiatives, that will create sustainable and meaningful benefits within the communities.

The Ilanga 1 Project forms part of the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (REIPPP).

The Ilanga 1 Project site falls within the Dawid Kruiper local municipality, the other 2 local municipalities namely, Kheis LM and Kai! Garib LM fall within the 50km radius. The socio-economic development obligations are executed under the implementation agreement with the Department of Energy and reports to the IPP office on progress made.

The Implementation of the socio-economic development obligations are guided by the following principles which includes, Transparency, Collaboration, and the Consultation of all relevant stakeholders.