South Africa is in a tight spot. There is a genuine need to protect the economically vulnerable, but this comes into conflict with the woeful economy. Slow to no growth, debt, failing state institutions, and great political divides. Economist Dawie...
Department of Public Works and Infrastructure Deputy Minister Sihle Zikalala will honour the outstanding achievements of women in the construction industry when he delivers his keynote address at the cidb’s 5th Annual ERWIC Awards taking place...
When it comes to infrastructure and civil engineering projects, the importance of selecting companies registered with the Bargaining Council for the Civil Engineering Industry (BCCEI) cannot be overstated. This registration signifies a commitment...
South Africa’s water challenges require a multifaceted approach due to the complex nature of the country’s water sector. Factors such as aging infrastructure, budget constraints, and regional management discrepancies exacerbate water...
Smart cities come with a host of benefits, not the least among them is the social benefit. With many examples to draw from the question remains: What unique challenges do South African cities face when trying to make a city smart? By Duncan Nortier...
Gentrification is a dirty word, and inner-city renewal is necessary in South Africa. Can these two competing realities coexist, or will the poor always lose when we modernise our cities? By Duncan Nortier Gentrification always comes at the cost of...
It is difficult to overstate the good work done by now former Minster of Water and Sanitation Senzo Mchunu. His impact on the sector was felt, and appreciated. Starting his tenure in new and challenging waters as the Ministry of Human Settlements,...
With the era of large dam building having peaked in South Africa in the 1970s and many dams reaching their 50th anniversary, there is a growing focus on the correct and timeous maintenance and rehabilitation of the country’s dam infrastructure....
The close bond between humans and water is illustrated in Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, where water meets the most basic of physiological needs. But despite its critical role, water is frequently overlooked and undervalued. “This always make me...
