The recent publication of a guideline to the 2014 Construction Regulations by the Department of Labour provides clarity on certain definitions and sub-regulations, however it fails to address a number of items. This is according to the Master...
The Concrete Conference brings the industry together in a unique way and addresses the changing construction landscape alongside new techniques and technological advancements. The Southern Africa Readymix Association (Sarma) has an important role...
During a recent meeting of the International Engineering Alliance (IEA) held in Alaska, the IEA confirmed and recognised ECSA‘s standards and processes for the Washington Accord for an additional six years. The International Engineering Alliance is...
South Africa is a water scarce country that receives a low amount of annual rainfall, and also has limited access to its few underground aquifers. Demand for water across the country is growing rapidly as the country has experienced drought...
The Department of Water and Sanitation met with all concerned stakeholders at the end of last week to discuss raw water tariffs. Through the Mzimvubu-Tsitsikamma Proto Catchment Management Agency, the department consulted concerned stakeholders at...
By Dr Jo Burgess South Africa’s current drought affects people at home, but more important to our economy is the damage to businesses that you might not expect to be affected. The Western Cape is not the only place in trouble, and as a new El Niño...
The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (Outa) plans to take legal action against the Department of Water and Sanitation over delays in Phase II of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project. Outa’s basis for the case is over serious maladministration arising...
Vehicle manufacturer Ford is relooking how it uses technologies in processes that include the use of water in an effort to reduce its water consumption. In order to achieve this, the company said it has become involved in several projects which...
The Department of Transport hopes government’s Operation Phakisa programme will provide a platform that will create more jobs and attract more investment. The department’s minister Joe Maswanganyi addressed media on Thursday, saying Operation...
After much hype around Mercedes-Benz’s new double cab, its new X-Class bakkie has finally been unveiled. The vehicle is the first of its brand and will be introduced to the South African market early next year. The German carmaker held the launch...
