Transportation infrastructure has a major impact on economic growth, says Vishaal Lutchman, MD, Transport at leading consulting engineering and infrastructure advisory firm Zutari. “It is Tier One infrastructure that connects origins to...
South Africa faces plenty of challenges, from load shedding to water shortages, unemployment, and lack of housing or proper sanitation. The need to create economic sustainability has become crucial. The government is set to implement...
When roads are reliable, the general population tends to take it for granted. However, when roads can’t withstand high volumes of traffic and must be repaired, the inconvenience of highway closures is glaring. “The problem with concrete is this:...
The Bakwena Platinum Corridor Concessionaire is a prime example of a successful toll road business that serves as an important catalyst for regional socio-economic growth. Bakwena’s new commercial manager, Solomon Kganyago, speaks to IMIESA about...
Roads that are not properly and timeously maintained are costing South Africa millions of Rands and negatively affecting the economy and society, says Saied Solomons, President of the South African Road Federation (SARF) and CEO of the Southern...
The Rustenburg Municipality has launched a new service delivery programme with the aim of improving service, creating jobs and boosting entrepreneurial development. The initiative, which is the municipality is calling the #ReDirelaSechaba Service...
Finance Minister Tito Mboweni has identified four factors that could help the country improve its rate of infrastructure delivery. Delivering his maiden Budget Speech in parliament on Wednesday the minister noted that while government already...
In an effort to support economic growth the government has decided to prioritise infrastructure through a newly established infrastructure fund. Speaking at the Union Buildings on Friday President Cyril Ramaphosa said the aim of the South African...
Surface mining industry association, ASPASA believes infrastructure development in South Africa should become a national focus. The association, which represents about 75% of the quarries and mines in South Africa that produce key materials for...
