Kongiwe was appointed to conduct an initial gap analysis on an ESIA obtained for the upgrade of the Zimbabwean Border Post. The Zimbabwe Government had awarded a positive authorization, but the ESIA did not meet the IFC and other lender specific requirements. Kongiwe undertook an IFC gap analysis and, through supplementary studies and additional stakeholder engagement, successfully assisted our project development Client in bringing the ESIA and ESMP to a bankable standard in line with international standards. This satisfied the lenders and allowed funding to be secured. After the successful gap analysis and ESIA update, Kongiwe was appointed to assist with the project execution through monthly E&S compliance audits on behalf of the Client, the government of Zimbabwe and the consortium of local and international lenders. The project was particularly challenging as there was a race to raise funding. Kongiwe was able to work under pressure delivering excellent service within budget and in line with tight deadlines.
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