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Raising The Bar: EWSETA Upskills Water Professionals To Drive Compliance
The implementation of Regulation 3630, introduced by the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) in June 2023, underscores this priority by mandating that all South African water and wastewater treatment works be overseen by qualified and registered process...
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Driven By Experience, Powered By Innovation: Over 70 Years Of Pump Expertise
Founded in 1952, APE Pumps has been designing, developing, manufacturing and refurbishing pumps for over seven decades. Have you witnessed any major shifts in the pump industry? TZ: Over recent years, we have seen a greater focus placed on energy efficient pumps. As...
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VEGA: Supporting Water Security In South Africa’s Urban Areas
Water is the lifeblood of any major city, but ensuring a stable supply has become an escalating challenge for South Africa’s urban centres. Aging infrastructure, rapid population growth, and the intensifying impacts of climate change – including prolonged...
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Sustainability In Action: How Enviroserv Contributes To Global SDGs
“With a solid history spanning over 45 years, EnviroServ now benefits from the global expertise and financial backing of its new owners – SUEZ, Royal Bafokeng Holdings (RBH), and African Infrastructure Investment Managers – who actively support its...
Latest
Transnet Lifts Rail Volumes Amid Challenging Conditions
Key highlights Revenue increased by 6,0% from R39,2 billion to R41,5 billion EBITDA decreased by 1,6% from R13,8 billion to R13,6 billion The loss for the period is R2,2 billion compared to a loss of R1,6 billion in 2023 Cash generated from...
Update On Fish Mortality Incident At Nandoni Dam In Limpopo
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) is investigating the recent fish mortality incident at Nandoni Dam and the Luvuvhu River near Tshitomboni and Tswinga villages in the Thulamela Local Municipality, Limpopo. The Department received...
Market Outlook 2025: How to Navigate Opportunities and Risks
As we approach 2025, global markets present a dynamic mix of opportunities and risks. Geopolitical tensions, shifting economic policies, and evolving consumer dynamics are reshaping the investment terrain. The ability to cut through short-term...
Verder Liquids Releases Dura 60: A Leap Forward In Performance And Efficiency
Verder Liquids has launched the Verderflex DURA 60 Hose Pump, specifically designed for applications such as metering, bulk handling and transfer duties. The Dura 60 is ideal for sludges, slurries, and abrasives across general industrial and mining...
Johannesburg Water’s Preparedness for Upcoming Rand Water Maintenance
Johannesburg Water will temporarily stop the daily restriction of the systems that will be impacted during the Rand Water maintenance. However, other non-impacted systems may continue to be restricted. Furthermore, the Entity will provide...
Navigating The Climate Storm: How Data Helps Insurers Weather Climate Risks
A January 2024 article published by the University of KwaZulu-Natal suggests that South Africa has seen a 60% increase in extreme weather events over the past two decades. With extreme weather events like floods, droughts, and storms becoming...
Sustainability
Recycled Plastic In Pipe Manufacturing: The Dangers And Opportunities
The Southern African Plastic Pipe Manufacturer Association (SAPPMA) is firm that recycled plastic cannot be used in pressure pipes. Pressure pipes are used to transport drinking water, gas, and wastewater when a system cannot rely on gravity. These...
Government Engages Stakeholders On Circular Economy
The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr. Dion George, has engaged members of the South African Plastics Pact on advancing the country’s circular economy. This collaboration signals the department’s steadfast commitment to...
The Critical Issue of ESG Skills – How to Bridge the Supply and Demand ‘Gap’
Over the last half-century, sustainable development concepts have increasingly woven themselves into the fabric of economic discussions, resulting in advances in human capital across finance, life sciences, and social sciences. Whether leading a...
Manufacturers Should Go PFAS-Free
igus Continues to develop PFAS-free (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) engineered plastics in response to mounting evidence of severe environmental and health hazards caused by the chemicals. These “forever chemicals” so-called because of their...
Khanyi Kumalo’s EWSETA and AWEaP Journey – A Shining Example Of How Empowering Women In The Business of Energy Can Unlock Economic Growth.
South Africa’s energy future is being shaped by a new wave of skilled professionals and entrepreneurs supported by the Energy and Water Sector Education and Training Authority (EWSETA), in collaboration with African Women in Energy and Power...
Government Reflects On Work Done To Protect The Environment
Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion George, has joined the global community in celebrating Earth Day 2025 while also reflecting on South Africa’s progress in safeguarding the environment and fostering a sustainable future...
Events
Industry News
Opportunities For The Youth Of South Africa
South Africa’s high level of youth unemployment means that finding opportunities for the youth and leveraging their talents is a crucial step towards securing the future of the country. This Youth Day lets us celebrate and look into the...
Cabinet Assures Nation Of The Monitoring Of New COVID Variant
Cabinet has assured South Africans that government, through the Department of Health, is closely monitoring the emergence of a new COVID-19 variant, known as Nimbus or NB.1.8.1. “Cabinet calls on all citizens to ensure good hygiene practices,...
Growing Women From Within: Real Change Starts Inside Your Business
In 2024, women made up 46.97% of South Africa’s labour force, according to the latest World Bank data released in June 2025. Yet despite this near-equal representation, women remain significantly underrepresented in leadership and management roles....
Water
Metro News
Johannesburg’s Problems Can Be Solved – But It’s A Long Journey to Fix South Africa’s Economic Powerhouse
This article was originally published by The Conversation South African president Cyril Ramaphosa met senior leaders of Johannesburg and Gauteng, the province it’s located in, in March 2025 to discuss ways to arrest the steep decline in South...
Johannesburg Water’s PRV Programme: Managing Pressure, Reducing Losses
This programme, part of Johannesburg Water’s ongoing Water Conservation and Water Demand Management Programme (WCWDM), is designed to alleviate strain on the city’s water supply networks. A critical component of this effort is the maintenance and...
Mayor Gives Green Light To Controversial Bo-Kaap Hotel
Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has confirmed the decision by the City of Cape Town’s Municipal Planning Tribunal to approve the development on Buitengracht Street. The original plan, for nine storeys, was opposed by residents of the historic suburb. The...
Waste
Engineering
Addressing Delays In Infrastructure Projects
Delays in infrastructure projects are a persistent challenge, particularly in developing economies. These delays, whether stemming from government inefficiencies, funding constraints, or mismanagement, have far-reaching consequences for...
AGRU: Fittings Without Limits
Piping, fittings, and their installation are often standardised but this is not always the case. As South Africa grapples with its water infrastructure the need for customised parts becomes more apparent. To help meet this growing requirement,...
Africa Day Casts Spotlight On Resilient Projects, Economies
With Africa Day on 25 May highlighting the importance of building resilient economies for social transformation, the nurturing of consulting engineering expertise across various disciplines will be vital to paving a path to inclusive growth....
Technology
- ReSource
- Water & Sanitation Africa
Digital Magazines
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.
- ReSource promotes integrated resources management, with a special focus on waste management and cleaner production and waste to energy initiatives.
- It provides comprehensive coverage of new developments, technologies, legislation and role players in the waste and environmental protection sectors.
- Owing to the organisations with which it is affiliated, the magazine has access to up-to- date news and unique information regarding its industry.
Digital Magazines
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.
- The magazine provides industry updates and project information for both the public and private sectors.
- It is a vital source of business intelligence for municipal engineers, process controllers, water scientists, researchers, consulting engineers, plant operators, DWS government officials, treatment specialists and suppliers to the industry.
- Due to the multitude of connections within the industry, Water&Sanitation Africa provides in depth coverage on the latest trends, projects, challenges and opportunities within the sector.
