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Mendy Shozi: Water’s Importance Cannot Be Overstated
Water is scarce, wasted, and taken for granted. It is also a vital source of life and dignity. Mendy Shozi, President of the South Africa Youth Parliament for Water and project manager at Bremen Overseas Research and Development Association, is in her words “water...
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Navigating Resistance: Overcoming Barriers to Regulatory Reform in South Africa’s Water Sector
Introducing new regulations often meets with resistance, and the water sector in South Africa is no exception. Regulation 3630 is an example and stems from various sources, including institutional inertia, stakeholder interests, and socio-economic factors....
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Making Every Drop Count In Gqeberha
Droughts are not new to Gqeberha (formerly called Port Elizabeth). Located in South Africa’s Eastern Cape province, Gqeberha experiences a semi-arid climate with erratic rainfall, making it prone to periodic water scarcity. This has inspired a unique partnership...
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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...
Revolutionising Logistics: Africa’s First Recycled E-Pallet by Tetra Pak® and Cycliq
Tetra Pak® and Cycliq introduce Africa’s first recycled polyAl-based E-pallet, a game-changer for sustainable logistics. In a landmark development for the African logistics sector, food processing and packaging solutions company Tetra Pak and...
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Trends In The Retail Sector
In today’s fast-evolving retail landscape, the importance of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria has never been more pronounced. Retailers are now judged not only by their financial performance but also by their commitment to...
S&P Upgrades Eskom’s Credit Ratings from Stable to Positive
S&P Global Ratings Agency (S&P) has upgraded power utility Eskom’s long-term global scale foreign and local currency ratings from stable to positive. S&P affirmed Eskom’s ‘B’ issue rating on the group’s senior unsecured debt from...
Sustainability Takes Root: The Fynbos Building Sets New Standards for Cape Town Living
As Cape Town continues to evolve into a hub for innovative architecture, one project stands out: The Fynbos. Set to redefine urban living and sustainability, The Fynbos has made significant strides since construction began late last year. Developed...
National Treasury Committed To Improving Procurement Systems
National Treasury has asserted that it will take proactive steps to address the areas that need improvement in the country’s procurement systems. An assessment based on the internationally recognised Methodology for Assessing Procurement Systems...
Why Do South African Retirement Funds Appear Hesitant To Invest In Infrastructure?
The recent Institute of Retirement Funds Africa (IRFA) conference raised important discussions about the extent to which South African retirement funds are investing in infrastructure projects. While the retirement fund industry acknowledges the...
Sustainability
Sappi and Enpower sign power purchase agreement
In a move to further decarbonise its footprint Sappi has partnered with Enpower Trading, a National Energy Regulator of South Africa licensed company, for a 175GWh per annum renewable energy Power Purchase Agreement (PPA). Sustainability goals...
Waste management is key to ESG compliance
by Duncan Nortier Business today is not the business of yesterday. It isn’t enough to be merely profitable, companies must adhere to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards – with waste management as an essential element on this...
#WorldEarthDay: Circular economy approach can combat the world’s plastic problem
As we observe #WorldEarthDay on 22 April 2024, Alison Groves, Director: Discipline Lead: Built Ecology, WSP in Africa and John Rammutla, Principal Associate: Highways, WSP in Africa, examine the theme “Planet vs Plastics” – and the role of circular...
Insights into the WULA process
The water use license application (WULA) process balances economic growth and environmental preservation. Nonhlanhla Mnengi, an associate at Webber Wentzel, provides some legal views and updates on regulatory shifts in water use licensing. ...
Uasa Warns of Looming Water Crisis in Gauteng: Urges Government Action to Prevent “Second Eskom”
Uasa, a trade union, has issued a stark warning regarding the water disruptions in Gauteng, cautioning that if not promptly addressed, the situation could escalate into a crisis akin to the challenges faced by Eskom, South Africa’s...
Sustainability in Action: Enza Construction’s Key Role in Seriti Vunumoya MTS & LILO
Enza Construction, a well-established player in integrated building and infrastructure solutions in South Africa, highlights its expertise in civil engineering through its involvement in the Seriti Vunumoya MTS & LILO project. The completion of...
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Take Advantage of the 125% Solar Tax Incentive Before It Expires
Businesses that act quickly can still take advantage of the substantial 125% income tax incentive available for solar energy projects completed and operational by this tax year-end (28 February 2025). To meet the deadline for this generous...
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...
(Business Tech) Good News For Plastic Roads In South Africa
It’s been five years since the first plastic road was laid down in Jeffreys Bay, and the latest update of the road indicates it lasts longer than traditional tar — showing massive potential for the future of road construction in South Africa. In...
Water
Metro News
RAND WATER RE-AFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO BE PART OF THE GAUTENG WATER PROVISION SOLUTION
Rand Water reiterates commitment to its municipal customers that we will continue to be part of the Gauteng Water provision solution. To this effect, we collaborate with Gauteng Metros to ensure integrated water demand and conservation management....
Cape Town Unveils Ambitious R76.4 Billion Budget with Emphasis on Infrastructure
Geordin Hill-Lewis, the Mayor of Cape Town, has introduced a robust draft budget totaling R76.4 billion for the city’s financial year of 2024/25. Notably, the budget sets forth a record-breaking infrastructure investment of R12.1 billion for...
Metro’s increase capital expenditure during the first two quarters of 2023/24, despite having spent less than 30 percent of the cumulative annual budget
Capital expenditure by Metro’s increased by 20 percent y-y in the first two quarters of the 2023/24 financial year (last six months of the 2023 calendar year), excluding Nelson Mandela Bay, that again included significant adjustments. City of...
Waste
Engineering
[Hot Seat] Quality assurance for the economy’s unsung heroes
Pumps are at the heart of every fluid transfer system. The APE Pumps and Mather+Platt Group sheds light on how innovation, experience, and skill guarantee the peak pump quality throughout the phases of design, production, installation,...
Dr. Mpho Sam Nkambule Named 2023 Engineer of the Year for Revolutionary Renewable Energy Research
Dr. Mpho Sam Nkambule, an electrical engineer hailing from Pretoria, has been honored with the prestigious title of Engineer of the Year for 2023. His remarkable achievements and pioneering research in the realm of renewable energy have earned him...
Meet the directors of PERI South Africa
This dynamic new leadership team is united in its commitment to uphold PERI’s core mission of making construction more efficient, safer and faster. PERI South Africa is confident that this new team will drive continued success and contribute...
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