K H U L A N AT H I The construction industry in South Africa faces numerous challenges. Rukesh Raghubir, CEO of M&D Construction, describes the solutions found in laying the foundations for change Writer: Ed Budds Project Manager: Eddie Clinton
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I became passionate about construction at a very early age, intrigued by the significant role it plays in ensuring the effective functioning of societies.” Whilst engrossed in his studying, Rukesh Raghubir, CEO of M&D Construction (M&D), became extremely interested in the positive impact that construction plays in uplifting poor communities. This remains a major focus for M&D to this day, as demonstrated by the company’s Khula Nathi motto, meaning ‘Grow With Us’.
The critical role that this industry plays in helping to deliver essential basic services and those needed to drive economic growth and development, whilst simultaneously creating employment, as well as training and development opportunities, is unfortunately yet to be fully realised by the South African government. “We need a steady pipeline of projects to ensure sustainable employment for community members, but until then we are equipping individuals with skills that
