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GIBB

Gibb is a South African engineering and infrastructure consultancy that provides multidisciplinary services across the built environment, energy, water and transport sectors. The company is headquartered in South Africa and operates across sub-Saharan Africa, offering project management, design, supervision and advisory services to public and private sector clients. Gibb has been involved in major infrastructure projects in the region, including water supply schemes, power generation facilities and transport networks. The firm's expertise spans feasibility studies, environmental impact assessments, detailed engineering design and construction management. Gibb is active in the water sector, where it has contributed to large-scale augmentation and reticulation projects, and in the energy sector, supporting coal-fired and renewable power developments. The company competes with other African engineering consultancies such as Bigen Africa Services and Nyeleti Consulting for government and parastatal contracts. Gibb's client base includes entities such as Eskom, the Trans-Caledon Tunnel Authority and the Department of Water and Sanitation. The consultancy has a track record in Limpopo province, where it has supported infrastructure linked to mining and power generation in areas such as Lephalale. Gibb is recognised for its technical capacity and its role in delivering infrastructure that underpins economic development and service delivery in South Africa and the wider region.

GIBB Updates


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Berg River Voëlvlei Augmentation Scheme, South Africa – update
5th June 2026 By: Sheila Barradas

The project remained in the preconstruction stage as at May 2026, with detailed design, tender design and associated documentation still to be undertaken. 


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Mokolo-Crocodile Water Augmentation Project – Phase 2A, South Africa – update
5th June 2026 By: Sheila Barradas

The Trans-Caledon Tunnel Authority is working on the expansion.  


Africa’s “Hidden Dam”: Urgency Required in Efforts to Reduce Non-Revenue Water
5th May 2026

Africa’s “hidden dams”, in the form of non-revenue water (NRW), exist underground in leaking pipes beneath streets; and in the financial pressure they place on municipalities. NRW – the share of... 


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Lesotho Highlands Water Project – Phase II – update
24th April 2026 By: Sheila Barradas

The LHDA has reported two major Phase II milestones this April.  


Infrastructure as an enabler of inclusion in South Africa
22nd April 2026

Freedom, in its most profound sense, is not only the right to vote, but the ability to access jobs, services and opportunities. Without a reliable and well-maintained infrastructure system, South... 


Infrastructure as an enabler of inclusion in South Africa
Infrastructure as an enabler of inclusion in South Africa
22nd April 2026

Freedom, in its most profound sense, is not only the right to vote, but the ability to access jobs, services and opportunities. Without a reliable and well-maintained infrastructure system, South... 


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Boegoebaai deep-water port and rail project, South Africa – update
6th March 2026 By: Sheila Barradas

The project entails the design, funding and construction of a greenfield deep-water port at Boegoebaai, as well as 550 km of new rail infrastructure linking the port to mines in the province. 


Anything is possible: from a Spur waitress to a design engineer
Anything is possible: from a Spur waitress to a design engineer
5th March 2026

Sometimes all it takes is one person to buy into your dream. Tania Seeger learned this valuable lesson 23 years ago when a GIBB team member took her under her wing and helped her fly. Born and bred... 


Deep listening and curiosity characterise GIBB Group CEO’s first year
Deep listening and curiosity characterise GIBB Group CEO’s first year
13th February 2026

February 2026 marks one year since Vishaal Lutchman assumed the role of Group CEO of GIBB Holdings (GIBB) - a year marked by curiosity over certainty. In an environment often driven by quick wins,... 


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Sustainable infrastructure strengthens S Africa’s future
13th February 2026

South Africa stands at a pivotal moment to redefine infrastructure as a vehicle for climate-resilient development, economic inclusion and measurable environmental impact, as nations and industries... 


Building South Africa’s Next Chapter Through Sustainable Infrastructure
Building South Africa’s Next Chapter Through Sustainable Infrastructure
14th January 2026

As nations and industries shift from ambition to execution in sustainability strategies, South Africa stands at a pivotal moment to redefine infrastructure as a vehicle for climate-resilient... 


Polihali dam rockfill reaches 1977 m elevation milestone
11th December 2025 By: Natasha Odendaal

Another milestone has been passed as the construction of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP) Phase II continues. Polihali dam has reached the rockfill placement milestone of elevation 1 977... 


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