Alstom Strengthens Community Investment in South Africa Through Education Focused Support for Learners in Nigel and Duduza

Alstom Strengthens Community Investment in South Africa Through Education Focused Support for Learners in Nigel and Duduza

(IN BRIEF) Alstom has demonstrated its continued investment in education and community development by donating 818 school uniforms to three primary schools in Nigel and Duduza, South Africa. The initiative aims to ease the financial strain on families, promote equality among learners, and create a more supportive environment for academic achievement. Backed by an investment exceeding one million rand, the program reflects Alstom’s broader commitment to sustainable social impact in the communities surrounding its operations. Through its Alstom Ubunye manufacturing facility in Gauteng, the company combines industrial development with targeted social responsibility initiatives that support skills development, inclusion, and long-term economic progress in the region.

(PRESS RELEASE) SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, 16-Feb-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — Alstom has reinforced its commitment to education as a central element of its Community Investment Policy through the donation of 818 school uniforms to learners attending three primary schools in the townships of Nigel and Duduza, South Africa. The initiative is designed to support vulnerable families, foster inclusive classroom environments, and enable students to concentrate fully on their studies without the burden of financial hardship.

The uniforms were distributed to learners from Grade R through Grade 7 at Alra Park Primary and Happiness Primary in Nigel, as well as Sibonisiwe Primary in Duduza. Many of the children enrolled at these schools come from households that rely primarily on government assistance, making the cost of school attire a significant challenge at the beginning of each academic year.

Alstom representatives noted that providing uniforms is about more than meeting a practical need; it also strengthens learners’ confidence and sense of belonging, both of which are essential to educational success. The donation was welcomed by students and educators alike, who highlighted its positive effect on equality within the classroom and its role in encouraging sustained academic engagement.

Thabiso Komako, CEO of Alstom Ubunye, explained that the company invested more than one million rand in the program as part of a long-term vision to create meaningful and sustainable impact in surrounding communities. He emphasized that a school uniform can help restore dignity, remove visible economic barriers among learners, and contribute to shaping future generations.

Corporate social responsibility remains deeply embedded in Alstom’s operations in Gauteng and across South Africa, where the company aligns its social initiatives with its broader mission of delivering forward-looking rail solutions while improving the social and economic outlook of communities located near its facilities.

Alstom Ubunye, based in Nigel, operates as a modern rail manufacturing site producing mechanical and electrical components for rolling stock. The facility maintains internationally recognized certifications, including IRIS, and features an on-site welding school to develop specialized skills. With a workforce of more than 600 employees, the site plays a key role in promoting inclusive industrial growth and supporting regional socio-economic development.

About Alstom Ubunye

Alstom Ubunye is a modernised rail‑manufacturing facility in Nigel, Gauteng, specialising in mechanical and electrical components for rolling stock. With multiple quality certifications including the International Railway Industry Standard (IRIS) Certification, and an onsite welding school, the facility is positioned as a high‑standards manufacturing hub for Africa. Employs over 600 people, with strong commitments to diversity and inclusive growth reflecting its role in advancing South Africa’s socio‑economic development.

About Alstom
Alstom is the pure rail leader, committed to making rail the backbone of sustainable transportation. We design and deliver a complete range of future-ready solutions – from high-speed and regional trains to metros, monorails, trams, turnkey systems, end-to-end services, infrastructure, signalling and digital rail solutions. With 86,000 people in 63 countries, Alstom brings together global expertise and multi-local presence to make every journey smarter, cleaner and more enjoyable. Together with our partners and customers, we realise the power of rail. Listed in France, Alstom generated revenues of €18.5 billion for the fiscal year ending 31 March 2025. www.alstom.com

Media Contact:

Alstom South Africa
Thandeka MCHUNU
Tel.: +27(0) 67 417 2030
thandeka.mchunu@alstomgroup.com

Alstom AMECA
Souade BEKHTI
Tel.: +971 56 995 4576
souade.bekhti@alstomgroup.com

SOURCE: ALSTOM