Intermittent supply, excessive use, and ageing infrastructure have left Gauteng’s residents worried about a ‘day zero’ scenario. The latest blow to confidence is the implementation of Level 1 water restrictions, which could be pushed up to Level 3...
Eskom has announced the publication of a disconnection notice for bulk electricity supply to Tokologo Local Municipality in the Free State due to an unpaid debt of R300 million. The state-owned power utility said the action is per the provisions of...
Delivering on the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is becoming imperative for both the South African and global building industries. Many of the 17 goals set out in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, adopted by UN...
Tetra Pak® and Cycliq introduce Africa’s first recycled polyAl-based E-pallet, a game-changer for sustainable logistics. In a landmark development for the African logistics sector, food processing and packaging solutions company Tetra Pak and...
In today’s fast-evolving retail landscape, the importance of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria has never been more pronounced. Retailers are now judged not only by their financial performance but also by their commitment to...
S&P Global Ratings Agency (S&P) has upgraded power utility Eskom’s long-term global scale foreign and local currency ratings from stable to positive. S&P affirmed Eskom’s ‘B’ issue rating on the group’s senior unsecured debt from...
As Cape Town continues to evolve into a hub for innovative architecture, one project stands out: The Fynbos. Set to redefine urban living and sustainability, The Fynbos has made significant strides since construction began late last year. Developed...
National Treasury has asserted that it will take proactive steps to address the areas that need improvement in the country’s procurement systems. An assessment based on the internationally recognised Methodology for Assessing Procurement Systems...
The National Construction Summit on Crime-Free Construction Sites, held last week in Durban, has marked the urgent need for reform in the South Africa construction sector, including the enhancement of our regulatory frameworks, improved compliance...
The recent Institute of Retirement Funds Africa (IRFA) conference raised important discussions about the extent to which South African retirement funds are investing in infrastructure projects. While the retirement fund industry acknowledges the...
