South Africa is on a path of accelerated progress with infrastructure development fuelling economic growth and job creation. This according to Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Dean Macpherson, who spoke to SAnews on the sidelines of the...
The Southern African Plastic Pipe Manufacturer Association (SAPPMA) is firm that recycled plastic cannot be used in pressure pipes. Pressure pipes are used to transport drinking water, gas, and wastewater when a system cannot rely on gravity. These...
As South Africa moves towards a circular economy, waste streams are being treated as a resource. There has been a considerable push towards recycling and reuse, and organic waste is an often-overlooked stream that can lead to a positive...
South Africa’s water infrastructure is deteriorating. The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) estimates that the country needs to spend over R90 billion a year over the next decade to repair and upgrade existing infrastructure, a clear...
Piping, fittings, and their installation are often standardised but this is not always the case. As South Africa grapples with its water infrastructure the need for customised parts becomes more apparent. To help meet this growing requirement,...
South Africa’s metros are racing to plug electricity gaps and meet the Waste Act’s diversion targets before 2030. Yet on the fringes of almost every city lie dozens of long-forgotten legacy dump sites — un-engineered mounds that still belch...
How has Siza Water’s adoption of RGXII Air Release Valves improved sewage management and operational efficiency? KV: At Siza Water, we are committed to delivering high-quality services by investing in innovative solutions that enhance...
Finance Deputy Minister Ashor Sarupen has told investors and the construction sector that government is ready to partner with the private sector to drive infrastructure build in South Africa. The Deputy Minister was speaking during a G20...
Global climate predictions show temperatures are expected to continue at or near record levels in the next five years, increasing climate risks and impacts on societies, economies and sustainable development, according to a new report from the...
This story was originally posted by The Conversation Mining is essential to modern lifestyles. Copper, iron and other mined products are vital to the products many people take for granted, like electronic devices. Being able to buy these goods...
