Consol has launched a multi-faceted campaign to raise awareness around the pollution of our oceans and encourage a switch from single-use to reusable packaging. Scientists tell us that, unless we act soon to remedy the pollution of our oceans, by...
The successful PETCO Separation at Source programme to improve municipal waste management and boost the green economy begins nationwide rollout. A unique programme aimed at upping collection and recycling rates, boosting green economy jobs,...
Infrastructure News Round-Up brings you all the latest news making headlines in infrastructure, water and sanitation, and waste management, in just 90...
It is essential for engineers to be involved in advocacy and play an integral role in advising government and policy makers on critical issues, including infrastructure development, said US-based Matt Reiffer, Director of Transportation Programs at...
Colgate South Africa has announced the launch of its new Naturals toothpaste range packaged in the company’s first recyclable plastic tube, in a recycled carton box. Most of today’s toothpaste tubes are made from sheets of plastic laminate –...
Covid-19 protocols have added a new dimension to the hotly contested Master Builders Association North (MBA North) Annual Regional Safety Competition, which recognises best practice in construction site health and safety. Gerhard Roets,...
Contractors are allegedly being held to ransom by criminal gangs who demand protection money in order for construction to continue. Master Builders South Africa (MBSA) says building sites across the country are being taken over by criminal gangs....
A lack of focus on formal SAQA accredited training and certification in recent years is set to catch up with the construction sector scrambling to capitalise on opportunities with large enterprises and state owned entities. This is according to...
Thanks to automation and electrical engineering from Siemens Solution Partner Moreflow, residents in rural areas of Botswana have access to safe and clean drinking water. Botswana (like many African countries) has been battling with water shortages...
According to the latest dam level report released by the Department of Water and Sanitation, the average dam levels in Eastern Cape have declined to 54.7% compared to last week’s 54.9%. The low dam levels can be attributed to less rainfall as a...
