The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) says it is preparing for the imminent release of water from the Pongolapoort Dam in Jozini, northern KwaZulu-Natal. This follows weeks of heavy rainfall that have caused several dams in the region to...
The South African explosives industry, crucial to mining operations, stands to benefit significantly from renewed public-sector interest in transportation infrastructure – a development that could help the mining sector compete globally and attract...
In a country where infrastructure development is a vital lever for economic growth, the Bargaining Council for the Civil Engineering Industry (BCCEI) plays a central role in strengthening not only the civil engineering sector but also the broader...
As Earth Day 2025 approaches, South Africans are grappling with more than just climate anxiety. Between the threat of a VAT hike, soaring electricity tariffs and the ripple effects of global trade tensions, everyday sustainability is no longer just...
South Africa’s construction industry is being shaped by evolving challenges and opportunities. Trends such as addressing skilled labour shortages, embracing sustainable building practices, advancing renewable energy projects, and enhancing...
The Construction Industry Development Board (cidb) has been announced as a Strategic Partner for the DEVAC Infrastructure Summit 2025, set to take place on 14–15 May 2025 at the Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch in Johannesburg, South Africa. Recognised...
As the newly elected President of the Institute of Waste Management of Southern Africa (IWMSA), I am truly honoured to lead an organisation that stands at the forefront of advancing sustainable waste management practices across our beautiful...
The City of Cape Town Water and Sanitation Directorate held the second public information session on 3 April 2025 at Strand Town Hall, where the project team unpacked the plans for the proposed FNWS, a vital part of the City’s action plan to build...
Desco Electronic Recyclers, a leader in sustainable e-waste management, took centre stage at the recent Enabling Electrification panel discussion, part of the Navigating the Future of Supply Chains in South Africa conference. Held at Irene Country...
Menge grew up on a farm near Grootfontein, Namibia, and studied at the University of Stellenbosch on a bursary. “I was a ‘social academic student’ and took six years to complete my Bachelor of Science (BSC) degree – one year for...
