Following the recovery of generation capacity and the replenishment of emergency reserves, Eskom has suspended load shedding. In a statement, the power utility said load shedding had been suspended as of 5am on Wednesday. “We maintain our guidance...
As water security remains a critical challenge in 2025, businesses must adopt proactive strategies to mitigate risks and drive sustainable growth. In partnership with ESI Africa, industry leaders, financial experts, and sustainability champions...
Consulting Engineers South Africa (CESA) has announced its annual Infrastructure Indaba, where industry stakeholders will gather to address national development priorities under the theme “Engineering the Future We Want: Mobilising for...
Government has encouraged all spaza shop owners and vendors to register their businesses with their local municipality by the end of the week. “Spaza shops must be registered to ensure that food safety laws are followed, and dangerous goods are...
The Energy Council of South Africa has launched a nationwide campaign to empower South Africans to gain a better understanding of and engage in the energy transition. South Africa has committed to lowering carbon emissions to net-zero by 2050 and...
In a major step towards cementing South Africa’s position as a global leader in green hydrogen, the Minister of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment, Dr. Dion George, has overseen the launch of two game-changing environmental planning...
The 2025 National Budget, initially scheduled for 19 February, was postponed amid what many are saying is a disagreement within the Government of National Unity (GNU) regarding various factors, including but not limited to proposed tax increases....
As part of the Mayoral Priority Programme (MPP), the City has allocated R323 million for infrastructure maintenance and pipe replacements in the 2024/2025 financial year. This investment supports the directorate’s strategy to reduce sewer...
Water infrastructure plays an important role in a country’s economic development and growth. As engineers, how far into the future do you plan? Willie: All water service authorities (WSAs) must produce a five-year water services development plan...
The cost of a water meter is minimal compared to the overall expense of a water reticulation system (pipelines, valves, labour, and construction). Yet, it’s the only component that generates revenue for water boards and municipalities, making...
