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Reducing Risk and Building Trust with Bureau Veritas
A world leader in testing, inspection and certification services, Bureau Veritas operates in agri-food, industry, commodities as well as building and infrastructure markets. Water is a critical resource across all these sectors, and as its quality declines, water...
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Tsebo Facilities Management Champions Water Conservation in the Workplace
Multiple provinces in the country are grappling with deteriorating water quality and increasingly frequent and lengthy disruptions to water supply. And as a workplace management solutions provider, Tsebo is tackling this reality head-on. “Most of our customers within...
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A New Defender Emerges To Tackle Water Pollution
“Water pollution in South Africa has worsened, and it has worsened largely due to the collapse of municipal governance. By not properly planning for, operating, maintaining or building water and sanitation infrastructure, raw sewage is running down some streets in...
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Can Municipalities Keep The Water Flowing?
South Africa’s growing urbanisation is straining the current water infrastructure, necessitating sustainable water. Having a reliable water supply is tied to social stability, and disruptions undermine community well-being as well as environmental...
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Opinion Piece: Mitigate Risks and Enhance Efficiency – The ISO accreditation Advantage
ISO accreditation is a strategic investment that empowers businesses to enhance their competitiveness, mitigate risks, and seize new market opportunities. By adhering to globally recognised standards, organisations can build trust, streamline...
South Africa’s National Roads in Crisis: R307 Billion Needed for Urgent Repairs and Upgrades
South Africa, already grappling with the high costs of upgrading its port, rail, and electricity infrastructure, now faces an additional R307-billion bill to repair and improve its extensive national road system. Transport Minister Barbara Creecy,...
South African Flag Flies High At IWA World Water Congress
A fellow, distinguished fellows, IWA (International Water Association) president, various presentations, and workshops as well as a Bronze Innovation Award: South African water professionals did us proud at the IWA World Water Congress in Toronto....
Land Bank Secures R10 Billion Bailout and Restructuring Plan to End Debt Crisis
The state-owned Land Bank has successfully concluded a debt restructuring agreement with its lenders, set to take effect on September 16, effectively ending its debt default status. This development marks a significant step toward stabilising South...
EU Commits R628 Million in Grants to Boost South Africa’s Green Hydrogen Ambitions
The European Union (EU) has committed R628 million (€32 million) in grants to support the development of South Africa’s emerging green hydrogen industry and promote net-zero-related investments across Transnet’s rail, port, and pipeline...
[Industry Personality] Carin Bosman: Make noise and have a code
The water sector is filled with passionate people, Carin Bosman is one such passionate person, and she serves to remind us of all that water is for the betterment of humanity, and when you are tasked with doing what is right, you have to make some...
Sustainability
SA can unleash agriculture’s growth potential says Agricultural Business Chamber’s Chief Economist
It’s been just over one year since South Africa launched its Agriculture and Agro-processing Master Plan (AAMP), touted as an inclusive growth strategy for the agricultural sector. A framework to build competitiveness, attract more investment,...
Initiative launched to find sustainable solutions for KZN’s Class A landfill
Dolphin Coast Landfill Management (DCLM), operated by Veolia, has partnered with Global Alliance Africa, a project of Innovate UK KTN, the UK government’s largest innovation network, to launch an initiative aimed at cleaning up contaminated...
Standard Bank partners with GoSolr to provide accessible solar solutions to households
In a move to support its ambition to actively expand access to reliable renewable energy solutions across South African households, Standard Bank has partnered with GoSolr, a leading, solar energy company that provides solar photovoltaic (PV)...
Zutari showcases its exceptional engineers for International Women in Engineering Day
In celebration of International Women in Engineering Day (INWED) on 23 June, leading consulting engineering and infrastructure advisory firm Zutari highlights the achievements of four exceptional women. Held under the banner of the Women’s...
SA marine life is drowning in plastic, Fishaways launches clean up initiative
SA’s marine life is drowning in life-threatening plastic waste. As the largest producer of plastic waste in Africa, South Africa (SA) needs to lead the way in reducing the impact of plastic waste on the ocean’s ecosystem. Accounting for over 2% of...
[IN THE HOT SEAT] Waste management: A critical pillar to economic and sustainable development
As a country, there is no doubt we are facing a magnitude of issues that border on human rights violations – challenges that have a longroad to resolution. By Kate Stubbs Not only are we in the throes of one of the worst power crises the country...
Industry News
Mitigating water shortage effects through commercial developments
While South Africa struggles under the burden of almost constant loadshedding, another problem, a shortage of water, is increasingly manifesting itself, creating headaches not only for consumers but also the commercial sector, particularly large...
Bringing the water system back to life in Tigray, Ethiopia
“I’m the water man,” said Weldekiros Assefa, an engineer and water and sanitation expert for Doctors Without Borders (MSF) in Ethiopia. “I have the best job at MSF.” Assefa is checking water hand pumps in May Kwait, a small village in northwestern...
Waste segregation at Tshwane office enables Zutari to buy carbon offsets
Zutari’s Tshwane office practices waste segregation at the source. The funds from this recyclable waste have enabled the company to purchase carbon offsets for some greenhouse gas emissions from the reputable Gold Standard. “The recycling centre...
Water
Metro News
Minister Mchunu encourages youth to contribute innovative ideas in the water sector
The Minister of Water and Sanitation, Senzo Mchunu has implored those who converged at the Durban International Conference Centre under the Department’s National Youth Indaba umbrella to have meaningful engagements so that they make meaningful...
DWS imposes 18% water restrictions in Greater Bloemfontein Water Supply System
The Annual Operating Analysis undertaken by the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) for the current operating year which commenced on 1 May 2023 and ends on 30 April 2024 has confirmed that water restricts are required for the Greater...
Vital role of reliable water infrastructure in preventing cholera outbreaks
The recent cholera outbreak in Hammanskraal in the Gauteng province, as well as in Limpopo and the Free State resulting in the tragic loss of 23 lives, serves as a stark reminder of the critical importance of reliable water infrastructure. “Access...
Waste
Engineering
Pumps made in SA and engineered for optimum system performance
Standing among South Africa’s leading pump OEMs, APE Pumps and Mather+Platt have built a reputation for excellence based on product innovation spearheaded by dynamic people. IMIESA speaks to John Montgomery, GM for APE Pumps and Mather+Platt, who...
Unpacking the latest developments in the built environment
The construction market in Southern Africa demonstrates a strong resilience, paving the way for industry growth amidst a range of opportunities and challenges. Notably, infrastructure investment in South Africa is witnessing favorable developments...
Zutari showcases its exceptional engineers for International Women in Engineering Day
In celebration of International Women in Engineering Day (INWED) on 23 June, leading consulting engineering and infrastructure advisory firm Zutari highlights the achievements of four exceptional women. Held under the banner of the Women’s...
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