When the City of Johannesburg launched Rea Vaya in August 2009, it marked a historic moment – not just for the city, but for the entire continent. As the first full Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system in Africa, Rea Vaya was a bold, visionary step...
Earth leakage protection devices (ELPDs) are mandatory in South Africa for a reason. When something goes wrong on site, it’s the installer who’s held accountable, not the manufacturer, supplier, or wholesaler. Lives, liability, and professional...
City Power and Eskom have reached an agreement over their long-standing electricity billing and debt dispute. The two parties have been in dispute regarding the amount owed to Eskom as debt and how the power utility bills City Power for bulk...
South Africa has many factories, warehouses, schools and hospitals – big buildings with large rooftop spaces. In such a sunny country, these flat surfaces would be perfect for large photovoltaic solar systems that could generate enough renewable...
The formula for successful infrastructure development has always been thorough planning and efficient execution. However, for too long, the construction industry has struggled with delays, cost overruns, and rework. Traditionally, this planning was...
In an industry where clarity, compliance and continuity are essential, the Bargaining Council for the Civil Engineering Industry (BCCEI) has emerged as an indispensable pillar of strength. As a statutory body tasked with regulating employment...
The South African government and the World Bank have signed a US$1.5 billion Development Policy Loan Agreement that will assist in unlocking key infrastructure bottlenecks, particularly in the energy and freight transport sectors. In a statement on...
The Association of Water and Sanitation Institutions of South Africa (AWSISA) welcomes the Free State High Court’s landmark ruling to dissolve the Ngwathe Local Municipality, citing persistent failures in governance, financial management and...
Extortion hinders economic growth and job creation, posing daily threats to residents’ safety and livelihoods. It robs people of opportunities and their dignity. This is according to Western Cape Premier Alan Winde, who was speaking during his...
While companies use water balances to manage their current water usage, a water balance can also be developed to forecast future water needs – which in turn guide infrastructure planning and design. Simon Bruton, senior hydrologist at SRK...
