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Five Years Of EPR For eWASA: Progress, Pressure And The Path Ahead
It has been five years since the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) launched South Africa’s first rollout of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations. These regulations were introduced to support the emerging circular economy and to...
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Corrocoat SA Tackles The Silent Threat To South Africa’s Water Infrastructure
In a country besieged by failing infrastructure, resulting in water interruptions, floods and drought, safeguarding and extending the life of critical water infrastructure is no longer optional. Kirsten Kelly speaks to Corrocoat South Africa about corrosion. “The...
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How Talbot Is Responding to South Africa’s Growing Water Security Challenge
As water security rises to the top of South Africa’s industrial risk agenda, companies are being forced to rethink how they source, treat and reuse water, a shift that has shaped Talbot’s evolution. Kirsten Kelly speaks to Talbot’s CEO, Carl Haycock, about water...
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APE Pumps: OEM Partnerships Are Reshaping Power Utility Asset Management In Africa
Over the past five years, South African original equipment manufacturer (OEM) – APE Pumps – has quadrupled its turnover. Contracts with various power-utility clients across the African continent have played an important role in supporting this growth. “Entities...
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Free State A ‘Natural Logistics And Distribution Hub’
The Free State province’s strategic location has the potential to catapult the province into South Africa’s natural logistics and distribution hub. This, according to President Cyril Ramaphosa, who delivered the opening remarks at a meeting between...
Leeu Gamka Phase 1 And 2 Project Launched To Boost Water Supply And Enhance Dignity
Water security and dignity enhancement were given a boost with the launch of Phase 1 and 2 of the Leeu Gamka water and sanitation infrastructure upgrade in Newton park and Welgemoed North funded by the Department in conjunction with Prince Albert...
The Role Of WISA In Knowledge Sharing And Governance
Professional bodies in South Africa are not simply convenors of expertise; they are custodians of credibility and drivers of professionalisation. The Water Institute of Southern Africa (WISA) exemplifies this mandate, ensuring that knowledge is...
Dam Levels Drop To 49,2%
Team Cape Town, our collective water usage between now and May matters. Cape Town is not in a drought, and not heading to ‘Day Zero’. However, as we are in the early warning phase, the window to avoid water restrictions before November is...
The 2026 AMPS-Africa Conference: 20th August 2026
Driving Standards in Wastewater Treatment & Safe Transportation Wastewater Treatment Plants, Pump Trucks & Hazardous Materials Certification The AMPS-Africa Committee is excited to announce the date for our Annual AMPS-Africa Conference...
Jojo Tank Safety In South Africa: Why Proper Installation, Stable Foundations And Compliant Stands Are Essential To Prevent Risks And Ensure Water Security
A Jojo Tank collapsed in the Sol Plaatje municipality on the 5th of February 2026, bringing attention to the precarious nature of water in South Africa, away from major metros. As communities increasingly rely on water storage for supply, the...
Sustainability
How Glass Can Create Opportunities In 2026
As South Africans look to grow their income and build businesses in 2026, one often overlooked resource is creating real economic opportunity: glass. From collectors to buyback centres, glass recycling is opening doors for entrepreneurship and...
Corrocoat SA Tackles The Silent Threat To South Africa’s Water Infrastructure
In a country besieged by failing infrastructure, resulting in water interruptions, floods and drought, safeguarding and extending the life of critical water infrastructure is no longer optional. Kirsten Kelly speaks to Corrocoat South Africa about...
Keep The Energy Flowing – And Register With The BCCEI
South Africa’s transition toward renewable energy is reshaping the national landscape. Across the country, cranes, graders and concrete mixers are hard at work on wind and solar farms that will supply the next generation of clean power. But beyond...
Scan Display: Four Stands, One Sustainability Philosophy
At Scan Display, sustainability is a value embedded in how the company operates. It is a set of principles applied consistently to every job. This approach was recognised at the 2026 EXSA-llence Awards, the annual industry awards hosted by the...
The Hidden Costs of Energy and Water Retrofits: Protecting Your Home Without Breaking the Bank
Approximately 75% of homeowners plan to go off-grid for electricity, and nearly half are exploring water solutions (Absa Homeowner Sentiment Index, Q2 2025). This shift is exacerbated by pressure on municipal resources: Cape Town’s summer...
To Defend Oceans, Livelihoods & Justice – Civil Society Reaffirms Commitment To Good Governance As TEEPSA 5/6/7 Case Advances
As South Africa enters a defining period for climate and environmental justice, The Green Connection and Natural Justice say they remain steadfast in their mission to protect the ocean and coastal livelihoods and heritage, for future generations....
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Industry News
World Bank Approves SA’s Credit Guarantee Vehicle
South Africa’s drive to accelerate infrastructure development and unlock economic growth has received a significant boost after the World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors approved the South Africa Blended Finance Platform for Resilient...
Minister Majodina And Egypt’s Minister Sewilam Convene Women Professionals To Ponder On Solutions To Tackle Water Challenges
Water and Sanitation Minister, Ms Pemmy Majodina, together with her Egyptian counterpart, Minister Hani Sewilam of Water Resources and Irrigation, successfully co-hosted a high-level webinar on Transboundary Water Cooperation on Sunday, 8 March...
What To Watch For In Construction This Year
In a recent webinar on South Africa’s construction sector, I was struck by how familiar the themes were, and how urgent they have become. The panel covered everything from interest rates and infrastructure backlogs to contractual disputes and green...
Water
Metro News
Minister Majodina Is Not Blaming Municipalities, But Confronting The Realities Of Municipal Water Governance
In recent weeks, some local government leaders have suggested that Minister Pemmy Majodina is “blaming” municipalities for South Africa’s water challenges, accusing her of passing the buck. AWSISA begs to differ. Minister Majodina is not engaging...
Mnquma Municipality Strengthens Rural Infrastructure Development Efforts
Mnquma Local Municipality has intensified efforts to strengthen rural infrastructure development following an oversight visit by the Municipal Public Accounts Committee (MPAC) to monitor progress on key road construction projects in Ngqamakwe,...
President Ramaphosa Lauds eThekwini for Early Recovery
President Cyril Ramaphosa says eThekwini has moved from the brink of decline to early recovery but warned that stabilisation must now give way to structural economic reform if the metro is to achieve catalytic growth. Addressing stakeholders at the...
Waste
Engineering
CESA Warns of ‘National Infrastructure Maintenance Crisis” ahead of SONA
Ahead of the State Of The Nation Address by President Cyril Ramaphosa, Consulting Engineers South Africa (CESA) has warned that South Africa is facing a deepening national infrastructure maintenance crisis driven by years of under-investment,...
Waterfall City Holds Its Crown as Africa’s Leading Masterplan Project
Midrand’s Waterfall City has again claimed continental acclaim, winning Africa’s Best Masterplan at the International Property Awards in London. Willie Vos, chief executive officer of Waterfall City Management Company, extended his congratulations...
SA’s Nuclear Build Programme Drives Urgent Demand For Specialised Welding Skills
As South Africa prepares to advance its nuclear new-build programme, the country faces a critical challenge: a shortage of highly specialised welding, inspection, and non-destructive testing (NDT) skills required to deliver the safety-critical...
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Digital Magazines
ReSource
The official magazine of the Institute of Waste Management of Southern Africa (IWMSA) and is endorsed by 12 industry associations. ReSource is only integrated resources and waste management magazine in southern Africa.
- ReSource promotes integrated resources management, with a special focus on waste management and cleaner production and waste to energy initiatives.
- It provides comprehensive coverage of new developments, technologies, legislation and role players in the waste and environmental protection sectors.
- Owing to the organisations with which it is affiliated, the magazine has access to up-to- date news and unique information regarding its industry.
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Water & Sanitation Africa
The official magazine of the Water Institute of Southern Africa (WISA), the magazine publishes content dealing with the supply, governance, financing, treatment and measurement of water and sanitation in southern Africa.
- The magazine provides industry updates and project information for both the public and private sectors.
- It is a vital source of business intelligence for municipal engineers, process controllers, water scientists, researchers, consulting engineers, plant operators, DWS government officials, treatment specialists and suppliers to the industry.
- Due to the multitude of connections within the industry, Water&Sanitation Africa provides in depth coverage on the latest trends, projects, challenges and opportunities within the sector.
