igus Continues to develop PFAS-free (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) engineered plastics in response to mounting evidence of severe environmental and health hazards caused by the chemicals. These “forever chemicals” so-called because of their...
Background The inaugural Africa Water and Sanitation Conference, themed “Towards Sustainable Water and Sanitation Security in Africa,” marks a significant milestone in addressing the continent’s pressing water and sanitation...
De facto reuse is defined as the unplanned or incidental presence of treated wastewater in a water supply source, and the use thereof as a drinking water supply source. This can negatively impact end-users, affecting health and causing aesthetic...
South Africa’s water and sanitation systems are buckling under the weight of collapsing infrastructure, weak governance, and financial mismanagement. Municipalities owe over R28 billion to water boards. Non-revenue water exceeds 40% in many areas....
South Africa’s nuclear history is rich and as the country ramps up its ‘just energy transition’, nuclear looks like a solid option when moving away from coal-generated power. Last year South Africa shut down Koeberg unit 2 for maintenance, Koeberg...
The countdown has begun! WASTE 360, the must-attend event for waste and environmental professionals across Southern Africa, is almost here. Hosted by the Eastern Cape Branch of the Institute of Waste Management of Southern Africa (IWMSA), this...
As we celebrate Earth Day – with climate change front of mind – it is critical to appreciate that water is at the centre of how the planet is being impacted, and how we need to respond. Water and climate change are inextricably linked, according to...
The rising dam levels resulting from heavy inflows into the Vaal Dam from the upstream catchment has necessitated the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) to activate more controlled water releases in the Vaal River System today. As such, two...
As South Africa’s Government of National Unity (GNU) charts its course despite challenges, the spotlight remains on delivery – and few areas are as urgent or promising as infrastructure. The stark reality is undeniable: Despite years of investment...
