In a significant stride towards gender inclusivity and empowerment, 105 South African women have graduated from the prestigious ‘Women Leading in Energy Sector’ (WLES) bursary programme. This initiative, a collaboration between the Energy and Water...
When it comes to infrastructure and civil engineering projects, the importance of selecting companies registered with the Bargaining Council for the Civil Engineering Industry (BCCEI) cannot be overstated. This registration signifies a commitment...
The real potential of precast concrete is yet to be fully harnessed in South Africa to significantly fast-track the construction of quality water infrastructure. However, with sound upfront planning of the execution of these construction projects,...
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS), in collaboration with the Vaal-Orange Catchment Management Agency, has proposed new raw water abstraction tariffs for the 2025/26 financial year. These changes will impact domestic and industrial water...
South Africa’s water challenges require a multifaceted approach due to the complex nature of the country’s water sector. Factors such as aging infrastructure, budget constraints, and regional management discrepancies exacerbate water...
The City of Johannesburg (CoJ) has announced plans to review the R200 surcharge on prepaid electricity meters in response to concerns raised by residents and various stakeholders, according to Finance MMC Dada Morero. Morero emphasised the...
Seventy-seven delegates convened in Polokwane for the Limpopo Road Safety Programme (LRSP) Strategy Workshop, organized by Impact Catalyst on behalf of its funding partner, the Anglo American Foundation. The primary goal was to create a unified...
Electricity and Energy Minister Dr. Kgosientsho Ramokgopa advocates for grid-access rules that prioritise adding new capacity as quickly as possible, irrespective of whether it is procured through public or private means. The Minister made these...
A concrete reservoir can last 100 years – provided the concrete is durable and there is best practice in terms of construction; quality control; structural design; and detailing. “When we design and build new reservoirs, it should be done so well...
