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Municipal microgrids promote clean energy and autonomy
For South African municipalities, microgrids present a strong business case in terms of power security and sustained supply, especially for critical infrastructure during downtime on the national grid. By Shireen Sayed The latest update to the South African...
Featured
[INDUSTRY INSIGHT] Providing clean water for future generations
Setting the standard for Blue and Green Drop certification compliance, Tecroveer has led the market with integrated turnkey solutions, backed by patented processes and technologies, for close to five decades. IMIESA talks to Izak Cronje, CEO of Tecroveer, about their...
Featured
AfriSam supplies Raubex in N3 upgrade
Raubex has been working on a 4 km stretch of the N3 highway, between Dardanelles and Lynnfield Park since January 2021, which will expand the current two-lane road to four lanes in each direction. As part of extensive upgrades to one of South Africa’s most vital...
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[HOT SEAT] Unlocking a sustainable future
As the Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO) for the paper and paper packaging sector, Fibre Circle has been at the forefront of implementing the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations. Newly appointed CEO Edith Leeuta talks to ReSource about how...
Covid-19
Challenges in the disposal of Covid-19 medical waste
South Africa, like many other countries, is facing massive challenges with regards to the safe disposal of medical waste, reports the World Health Organisation. The WHO has cautioned that waste management systems are under threat, as medical waste from Covid-19...
Covid-19
Clear roadmap needed on infrastructure spending
The adage of being caught between a rock and a hard place is an understatement when compared to the balancing act required of South Africa’s financial plan for the year. By John Matthews – Chairperson: Construction Alliance South Africa The reality is that an...
Covid-19
Liquidations in construction reach the highest level in 2 years
Liquidations in the construction sector during the month of November reached the highest level in the last 2 years, as the sector remains constrained by the lack of private sector confidence and public sector financial vulnerabilities, aggravated by sustained COVID-19...
Covid-19
Covid-19 could accelerate technology adoption in construction
The year 2020 will undoubtedly go down in history as one of unprecedented global lockdowns, followed by a radically transformed business landscape – all brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic. In South Africa, the pandemic exacted a heavy toll on the construction...
A review of the YWP Symposium Series
It is often a daunting task to attempt something new and unique. YWP decided to turn the tables on what a conference can and should look like post-pandemic, by having four online symposiums and two in-person events spanning the month of March. A...
[MAGAZINE FEATURE] Amplifying Mpumalanga’s journey towards A green economy
The Mpumalanga Green Economy Development Plan aims to change the province’s economy from relying on coal-based energy to one boasting biomass-based energy, sustainable agriculture, tourism and eco-conscious towns by 2030. The Mpumalanga province is...
[MAGAZINE FEATURE] Groundwater governance for drought-prone cities
By Jorisna Bonthuys The theme of this year’s World Water Day is ‘Groundwater – Making the Invisible Visible’. As it is a vital resource in South African cities, the Water Research Commission (WRC) has funded a research project to improve the...
Taking baling to new heights
Whether it is going to a landfill or a recycling facility, waste should be compacted for easy handling and efficient transportation. South Africa is quickly running out of landfill airspace, and industry experts have warned that the country is on...
Sustainability
Moving towards net zero carbon construction in Africa
Though the mining and power sectors tend to take up much of the spotlight around carbon emission reduction strategies in Africa, construction sectors must not be overlooked in the drive towards achieving Net-Zero. WSP in Africa Property &...
Promising indicators for plastics recycling sector growth
With the introduction of the extended-producer responsibility (EPR) regulations, a wider industry adoption of recyclate replacing raw materials, and several voluntary agreements that promote material circularity, all eyes are on the South African...
Municipal microgrids promote clean energy and autonomy
For South African municipalities, microgrids present a strong business case in terms of power security and sustained supply, especially for critical infrastructure during downtime on the national grid. By Shireen Sayed The latest update to the...
Concor at the forefront of ‘green’ construction
When it comes to caring for the environment, there can be few contractors around with the track record of Concor, which has shown its commitment to ‘green’ construction on scores of building, construction, and civil engineering projects. Some of...
Multimedia
Industry Insight
Events
The Big 5 Construct Southern Africa builds economic resilience
Smart technology, green construction and the newest trends in concrete are some of the key focuses at The Big 5 Construct Southern Africa 2022 (previously known as the African Construction Expo). This year’s in-person event has kicked off and...
Industry News
South Africa’s economy is back to pre-pandemic levels
South Africa’s economy was stronger than expected in the first quarter of 2022, with the gross domestic product (GDP) growing by 1.9% from the previous quarter. The size of the economy is now at pre-pandemic levels, with real GDP slightly higher...
Water
Engineering
Concor to build key pollution control dam for Venetia diamond mine
Leading black-owned contractor Concor is engaging on a 17-month project to construct a new pollution control dam at De Beers’ Venetia diamond mine, South Africa’s largest diamond producer. Known for its depth of experience from a long legacy of...
Metro News
Wastewater process modelling
South Africa has a long and prestigious history of wastewater treatment process modelling that is internationally recognised. Sadly, there is a slow, minimal uptake of this research and work by our own municipalities. By: Kirsten Kelly Large,...
Waste
Community Health & Hygiene
The Department fast-tracks repair and upgrades of water infrastructure in Nelson Mandela Bay
In continuous efforts to ramp up interventions to affected communities faced with severe water shortages in the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro, the Department of Water and Sanitation in conjunction with the Metro is fast-tracking the repair and upgrades...
Water restoration continues in parts of KZN following floods
The Department of Water and Sanitation in KwaZulu-Natal has reiterated its plea to residents to use water sparingly as work continues to restore the water supply in parts of the province which were affected by the recent floods. This is also as the...
SAHRC set to investigate Tongaat water shortages
The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) is set to investigate water shortages in Tongaat and surrounding areas as residents scramble for fresh drinking water following the devastating floods last month. The commission turned its focus on...
Work is underway to repair damage done by recent floods
The Minister of Water and Sanitation, Senzo Mchunu has assured communities living in areas that have been affected by the floods that progress work is underway to make immediate and long-term repairs to damaged water and sanitation infrastructure....
Technology
Opinion
Unlocking the opportunities for electric vehicle manufacturing in South Africa
Electric vehicles are the future of transportation, with many countries already putting a time limit on the future of fossil fuel-driven cars. In South Africa, this is both a challenge and an enormous opportunity. By Viren Sookhun, MD at Oxyon The...
Forging a strong future for the local steel sector
Despite the current turmoil in the Ukraine/Russian war zone, South African steel supplies have not been badly affected, even though these warring countries are two of the world’s largest steel-producing and exporting countries – together...
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Digital Magazines
IMIESA
The official magazine of the Institute of Municipal Engineering of Southern Africa (IMESA) IMIESA promotes the knowledge and practice of infrastructure development, maintenance and service delivery in southern Africa.
ReSource
The official magazine of the Institute of Waste Management of Southern Africa (IWMSA) and is endorsed by 12 industry associations. ReSource is only integrated resources and waste management magazine in southern Africa.
Water & Sanitation Africa
The official magazine of the Water Institute of Southern Africa (WISA), the magazine publishes content dealing with the supply, governance, financing, treatment and measurement of water and sanitation in southern Africa.
