In media coverage and social media conversations about the recent heavy rainfall and floods that hit parts of the Western Cape, the question was asked what caused these floods and the resultant millions of rands’ damage and disruption – not only...
It’s been just over one year since South Africa launched its Agriculture and Agro-processing Master Plan (AAMP), touted as an inclusive growth strategy for the agricultural sector. A framework to build competitiveness, attract more investment,...
The construction market in Southern Africa demonstrates a strong resilience, paving the way for industry growth amidst a range of opportunities and challenges. Notably, infrastructure investment in South Africa is witnessing favorable developments...
The Annual Operating Analysis undertaken by the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) for the current operating year which commenced on 1 May 2023 and ends on 30 April 2024 has confirmed that water restricts are required for the Greater...
Dolphin Coast Landfill Management (DCLM), operated by Veolia, has partnered with Global Alliance Africa, a project of Innovate UK KTN, the UK government’s largest innovation network, to launch an initiative aimed at cleaning up contaminated...
Loadshedding remains a thorn in the side of all South Africans and the country’s government, and it’s no surprise that more people are considering the move to solar as a renewable alternative energy source. However, the market is fraught with...
In a move to support its ambition to actively expand access to reliable renewable energy solutions across South African households, Standard Bank has partnered with GoSolr, a leading, solar energy company that provides solar photovoltaic (PV)...
Mines consume considerably less than other industries (5%, compared to industry’s 7% and agriculture’s 61% – CSIR). Yet water is vital for mining operations, and mines realise substantial benefits when they make their water...
As a highly water stressed country, South Africa cannot use its bulk water supply to manufacture green hydrogen. The good news is that the cost of desalination of saline or non-potable water makes up a near-negligible fraction (1%) of the hydrogen...
Tackling corruption, imbalance and destructive delays in the local construction environment are essential for the industry to do well. From AI-based solutions to removing regulatory stumbling blocks, the industry needs to come together to plot the...
