It is often said that “roads are arteries through which the economy pulses”. They are part of the pivotal infrastructure that will determine the pace and direction of South Africa’s economic recovery and reconstruction. It is, therefore, of primary...
South Africa’s construction sector is a key contributor to GDP and jobs, employing around 8% of the South African workforce. With South African unemployment at a record high and broader economic growth constrained, the fortunes of the construction...
During his maiden budget speech, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced a provisional R17.5 billion injection for the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework for infrastructure catalytic projects, aiming to upgrade roads, bridges, water, sewer,...
The African Union (AU) has noted the clear impact of infrastructure deficits on African competitiveness, recognising this as “a continental problem that requires a continental solution”. By Teddy Daka, Co-CEO, Zutari Regional integration through...