Municipalities face financial constraints and a shortage of specialised expertise in managing water supply and quality. In contrast, the private sector has both the necessary expertise and funding. To bridge this gap, the Water Partnership Office...
Massive energy projects are often focused in urban areas, this widens the energy gap experienced by those who live in rural areas, who can be left behind. This demands a look into smaller-scale projects that aid rural communities with their energy...
Human Settlements Minister, Thembi Simelane, has issued a directive for the immediate relocation of households affected by recent mudslides in Umlazi Township, Section H, south of Durban. Simelane made the call during her visit to the area on...
The DEVAC Infrastructure Summit 2025 is set to bring together influential leaders, innovators, and solution providers from across the continent, with a strong focus on the strategic development of Africa’s infrastructure landscape. Taking place on...
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...
In 2025, South Africa stands at a pivotal juncture in its pursuit of gender equality. Recent amendments to the Employment Equity Act have introduced specific racial and gender-based targets across various industries, emphasising the need for...
The Association of Water and Sanitation Institutions of South Africa (AWSISA) wishes to clarify recent narratives that incorrectly implicate Water Boards in South Africa’s water crisis. The current crisis stems not from Water Boards but from the...
While planned maintenance continues, Eskom has assured the public of a stable power system. “In the past 24 hours a total of 3 320MW of generation capacity has been restored, ensuring a stable power system with enough supply to meet the long...
The Minister of Finance (Minister Enoch Godongwana) announced in his National Budget on 12 March 2025 that the value-added tax (VAT) rate would increase from 15% to 15,5% on 1 May 2025 and again from 15,5% to 16% on 1 April 2026. The moment the...
Cape Town’s stock of affordable housing units will be receiving another boost from Concor, following the company being awarded a centrally located land parcel less than a kilometre from the central train station. The New Market Street site in...
