Already the continent’s largest producer of renewable energy, South Africa is moving to further reduce its reliance on hydrocarbons by expanding private sector investments in solar and wind projects, and introducing biofuels. Under the Renewable...
Controlled rock cutting explosions for the upgrading of a portion of a major national road in the Eastern Cape has opened a fossiliferous shale treasure trove of an ancient river mouth eco-system. “A number of new invertebrates as well as...
The amount of plastics recycled in 2015 is up from the previous year, but diversion from landfill is down and a lack of quality material highlights the need for waste to be separated at source. Over the last few decades, Plastics|SA has been...
Mercedes-Benz Trucks, in association with SA Crisis Support, has delivered over 100 bales of cattle feed to a farming community in Winburg, Free State. The manufacturer provided an Actros 2654, a trailer, driver and the fuel needed for the two-day...
Driver fatigue is reportedly a factor in 10 to 20% of crashes worldwide. It affects driving in various ways, including slowed reaction time and lack of concentration. If your reaction time is just half a second slower while driving only 40km/h per...
Ctrack has partnered with Vulindlela Underwriting Managers (VUM) to encourage Uber driver partners to improve their driving behaviour and lower their insurance premiums. Driving style is measured by a Ctrack telematics device installed in Uber...
The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport is planning a new 35km long highway in the province. “I would like to announce that the department is busy with the initial planning to build the 35km long PWV15 to support the development of an...
The Gauteng Provincial Government has launched a new technology solution set to revolutionise how it delivers the massive infrastructure projects under its management, worth over R30 billion. The new nerve centre, to be known as Lutsinga...
Savino Del Bene has embraced a two-wheeled delivery solution as it tries to beat congestion. Before considering a scooter, the company used a bakkie to deliver tyres to key clients, which was frequently plagued by late deliveries. Vespa then...
