The closure of long steel plants in South Africa could have a notable impact on local zinc usage. The users of long steel from these plants are major zinc consumers, using it extensively in galvanizing, highlights Simon Norton, Director of the...
Demolition of older, compromised structures – from residential buildings to industrial facilities – can have significant environmental and social implications. The demolition process can generate a huge quantity of waste, including hazardous...
The devastating building fire that occurred in August 2023 in the Johannesburg CBD, claiming the lives of 77 indigent people while injuring 88 others, has placed a spotlight on the subject of fire safety. By SAICE Members Jocelyn Evans and...
In 2024, South Africa’s businesses grapple with a formidable risk – critical infrastructure blackouts – as per the Allianz Risk Barometer. This peril maintains its top-ranking position for the second consecutive year, drawing insights from...
