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National Infrastructure Plan offers blueprint, but capacity concerns weigh
12th November 2021 By: Nadine Ramdass

A common thread throughout the second Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium South Africa (SIDSSA), held on October 6 and 7, is that the fiscus, as well as the State’s professional... 


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National Infrastructure Plan offers blueprint, but capacity concerns weigh
12th November 2021 By: Nadine Ramdass

A common thread throughout the second Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium South Africa (SIDSSA), held on October 6 and 7, is that the fiscus, as well as the State’s professional... 


Consulting engineering firms realise exceptional projects in a difficult year
11th November 2021 By: Schalk Burger

Industry association Consulting Engineers South Africa (Cesa) and professional services multinational Aon South Africa on November 10 recognised excellence in the consulting engineering fraternity... 


Complex Kenmare Wet Concentrator Plant relocation project in Mozambique wins at the 2021 Construction World Best Projects Awards
8th November 2021

At the Construction World Best Projects gala event on November 3, Hatch won the Consulting Engineers award for Kenmare Resources’ (Kenmare) Wet Concentrator Plant B relocation project in... 


Afrimat funds bulk water link for Northen Cape community
5th November 2021 By: Natasha Odendaal

Afrimat’s Demaneng mine has contributed an undisclosed amount of money towards the construction of a bulklink line from three boreholes to a 7 Mℓ reservoir to alleviate prevailing water shortages... 


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Lesotho Highlands Water Project – Phase II – update
5th November 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

The South African and Lesotho water Ministries have agreed to fast-track Phase II of the  Lesotho Highlands Water Project to ensure security of supply to the Integrated Vaal River System. 


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Zinc anti-corrosion coatings – virtual workshop
3rd November 2021

Earn CPD points by joining the International Zinc Association’s (IZA’s) Africa Desk on Tuesday November 23, 2021, at 15:00 for a virtual specialist workshop on Zinc anti-corrosion coatings. 


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Innovation implemented in road project
29th October 2021 By: Anna Moross

Consulting engineers firm WSP has used not only innovative technology in the upgrading of the National Route 3 (N3) project but also aims to ensure the use of sustainable materials throughout... 


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Technical expertise and experience key to quality aggregates
22nd October 2021

Ensuring the right aggregate for specific applications is key to successful projects, says construction materials supplier AfriSam. “The value of the right aggregate for the task cannot be... 


Afrimat funds bulk water-link for Olifantshoek community
20th October 2021 By: Natasha Odendaal

Afrimat’s Demaneng Mine has contributed undisclosed funds toward the construction of a bulk link line from three boreholes to a 7 ML reservoir to alleviate prevailing water issues in Olifantshoek,... 


LED lighting solution for popular recreational area in Hermanus
19th October 2021

BEKA Schréder is proud to have supplied the decorative LED lighting solution for High Street in Hermanus, Western Cape Province. This historic street has recently been upgraded and renewed. It is a... 


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Lesotho Highlands Water Project – Phase II – update
15th October 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

The African Development Bank has approved a $86.72-million loan to co-finance the second phase of the project. 


Cesa to hold Aon Engineering Excellence Awards in November
11th October 2021 By: Schalk Burger

Industry organisation Consulting Engineers South Africa (Cesa) has announced that the forty-ninth Cesa Aon Engineering Excellence Awards, which celebrate innovation, quality, outstanding... 


Zimile water treatment project helping to double Kokstad's water supply
8th October 2021 By: Schalk Burger

Engineering firm Zimile Consulting Engineers is nearing completion of a bulk water project in Kokstad, KwaZulu-Natal, for the Harry Gwala district municipality. The project will more than double... 


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Ghana base acts as catalyst for growth
8th October 2021 By: Cameron Mackay

Much of the success of consulting engineers and scientists SRK Consulting’s office in Accra, Ghana, is based on the company’s local knowledge, represented by experienced professionals from West... 


AfriSam's rock solid foundation for quality aggregates
4th October 2021

With a heritage spanning more than eight decades, AfriSam’s footprint of quarries nationwide is supported by quality systems that ensure customers reliability and consistency of aggregate supply.... 


Kim Timm clinches major award at The Big 5 Women in Construction Awards 2021
4th October 2021

A dedicated structural engineer who is passionate about the role of women in civil engineering, Kim Timm (Pr. Eng.), Executive – Structures, Buildings and Places at AECOM was announced as the Woman... 


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CASA, industry participants highlight construction’s crucial role in economic development
1st October 2021

Construction and infrastructure development can play a direct role in stimulating an economic turnaround and providing employment, while also being one of the most effective ways of stimulating... 


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N2 Wild Coast Toll Road megabridge projects – update
1st October 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged communities to support the development of the N2 Wild Coast Toll Road project. 


Speakers outline infrastructure procurement challenges
29th September 2021 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Government has an obligation to address the infrastructure needs of citizens and it achieves this through the procurement of engineering services. However, there are a number of challenges that... 


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Busa committed to helping resolve challenges facing the country
28th September 2021 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

There are a number of issues concerning the country that Business Unity South Africa (Busa) is currently tacking, CEO Cas Coovadia said during the Consulting Engineers South Africa (Cesa)... 


Initiatives, programmes being pursued to spur infrastructure development
28th September 2021 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Infrastructure development is a critical component of the country’s economic rebuilding efforts and there are a number of infrastructure investment and development programmes and funding... 


Business confidence in construction at its lowest point
13th September 2021

Business confidence in the construction industry has reached record low levels as the combined effect of the sector’s general state of decline and the unexpected shock of mass riots knocked... 


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Company uses innovative ideas in municipal project
10th September 2021 By: Anna Moross

Consulting engineers Knight Piésold completed the design and construction supervision of the 25 ML rectangular reinforced concrete reservoir at the Emoyeni site for the eThekwini municipality... 


Infrastructure upgrades for eThekwini municipality
10th September 2021

Consulting engineers Bosch Projects and financial institution Bosch Capital – members of the Bosch Holdings group of companies – work closely with municipalities nationally to assist with upgrading... 


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Changes required to deal with municipal issues
10th September 2021 By: Anna Moross

The dismal performance of municipalities in infrastructure and service delivery in South Africa can be attributed to the lack of technical capacity and competency within municipalities, says... 


CESA wins big at 2021 FIDIC Member Association Excellence Awards
9th September 2021

Consulting Engineers South Africa (CESA) was declared winner in the Strategic Programme category at the 2021 FIDIC Member Association Excellence Awards for its ‘Protecting Lives and Livelihoods’... 


SIU, Transnet welcome judgment against former Transnet exec
31st August 2021 By: Simone Liedtke

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) and State-owned Transnet have welcomed the judgment handed down by Judge Lebogang Modiba at a special tribunal sitting on August 31, wherein former Transnet... 


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Lesotho Highlands Water Project – Phase II – update
27th August 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

The Lesotho Highlands Develeopment Authority has reached a milestone in the construction of Phase II LHWP, with the break through of two diversion tunnels on August 16. 


Floodlighting for Star Raceway Klerksdorp
26th August 2021

BEKA Schréder has supplied the LED floodlighting solution for Star Raceway Klerksdorp in the North West Province, which is an oval track race venue. The OMNIBLAST-3-E MAXI was the LED floodlight of... 


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N2 Wild Coast Toll Road megabridge projects – update
20th August 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

A temporary cable car has been installed at the bridge site. 


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Lesotho Highlands Water Project – Phase II – update
13th August 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

The construction tender process for the Polihali dam has marked the start of the final construction phase of the water transfer component under the project. 


Cesa asks the engineering industry to unite for the good of the economy
6th August 2021 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Consulting Engineers South Africa (Cesa) says the consulting engineering industry is still working in silos too often, which the same industry often chastises government for doing. CEO Chris... 


Goldplat's full-year profit declines, SA production above average
5th August 2021 By: Donna Slater

Aim-listed gold producer Goldplat reports that, for the financial year ended June 30, its recovery operations achieved a combined operating profit of £5.3-million, down from the £6.35-million... 


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Earn CPD points by attending a workshop on galvanized rebar and bolts
4th August 2021

The International Zinc Association (IZA) is hosting its second expert workshop on 11 August 2021 at 14:30. This workshop will focus on galvanized rebar and bolts.   


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SIDS can have great impact if used correctly and efficiently
Methodology pertinent to economic growth
16th July 2021 By: Nadine Ramdass

The Sustainable Infrastructure Development System (SIDS) project methodology is important for development in South Africa because the country cannot afford to fund projects that do not have a good... 


SAPPMA forms three new specialist standing committee with specific areas of focus
15th July 2021

The Southern African Plastic Pipe Manufacturers Association (SAPPMA) has recently announced the forming of three new standing committees within the organisation. Each of these committees have a... 


General area lighting for FurnitureMart
15th July 2021

BEKA Schréder has supplied the general area lighting for the new FurnitureMart in Polokwane, South Africa. FurnitureMart is a furniture wholesaler direct to the public. Various BEKA Schréder LED... 


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Business condemns violence, looting
12th July 2021 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Various organisations have spoken out about the riots, vandalism and looting that has been taking place across KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng in recent days and warn that these actions will have a... 


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N2 Wild Coast Toll Road megabridge projects, South Africa – update
9th July 2021 By: Sheila Barradas

The South African National Roads Agency Limited plans to install a temporary cableway between the north and south sites of the Msikaba bridge project on the N2 Wild Coast road. 


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All institutions and individuals have a role in proper water management
Infrastructure development requires funding and skills
2nd July 2021 By: Nadine Ramdass

The state of South Africa’s water infrastructure varies across the country, with a range of institutions responsible for its management, says South African Institution of Civil Engineering (Saice)... 


Driving through the gap
2nd July 2021 By: Terry Mackenzie-hoy

Back in the day, consulting engineering firms were making money hand over fist. There were no black consulting engineers. Government handed out projects on a rota system. Fees were based on a... 


Defects liability period under way for KZN crèche
25th June 2021 By: Theresa Bhowan-Rajah

Multidisciplinary engineering, project and construction firm, Zimile Consulting Engineers, is supervising and monitoring the Ezinembeni Crèche, in Maqongqo, Pietermaritzburg, in KwaZulu-Natal, as... 


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