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An image of the construction works taking place at the Clanwilliam dam in the Western Cap
Dam project progressing after initial challenges
3rd July 2026 By: Halima Frost

Despite extensive delays caused by funding shortages, Covid-19 disruptions, contractor procurement issues and local land/property disputes, the Clanwilliam Dam Wall Raising Project in the Western... 


The Brixton Reservoir and Tower
New reservoir should address shortages
3rd July 2026

Municipal entity Johannesburg Water officially launched the new 26-million-litre Brixton Reservoir and Tower on April 29, in Gauteng, marking a major milestone in its efforts to strengthen water... 


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Management group tackles non-revenue water issues
3rd July 2026 By: Halima Frost

With special focus on reducing non-revenue water (NRW) losses, multidisciplinary construction, engineering and project management company Botala Oracle Group is currently participating in several... 


Landis+Gyr EMEA rebrands as EYKON
2nd July 2026 By: Schalk Burger

EYKON has been announced as the new name for critical infrastructure support company Landis+Gyr Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) as an independent company from the Landis+Gyr Group. EYKON will... 


Khewija GIBB Alliance (KGA) MD Carl Pretorius
Complex projects undermined by fragmented processes
26th June 2026

As South Africa ramps up infrastructure investment and increases private sector participation, projects are becoming more complex, multi-stakeholder dependent and time sensitive, says... 


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Networking platform successfully connects graduates to recruiters
26th June 2026

Since its launch in June 2022, civil engineering professional body South African Institution of Civil Engineering’s (SAICE’s) newest engineering community platform SAICE Connect has proven to be a... 


A construction site at dawn
More action, less talk – consulting engineers’ body
26th June 2026 By: Halima Frost

Despite numerous government announcements and budget allocations earmarked for new infrastructure projects in South Africa, the country’s engineering sector, now more than ever, requires action... 


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Phase 1 water scheme delivers tangible improvements
19th June 2026 By: Nadine Ramdass

As Phase 1 of the Kokstad Water Supply Scheme programme, in the Harry Gwala district municipality, in KwaZulu-Natal, nears completion, completed works have already delivered tangible improvements... 


SLR Consulting business development director for the Middle East Andrew Burrow
SLR highlights growing regional energy and investment links
17th June 2026 By: Mariaan Webb

SLR Consulting business development director for the Middle East Andrew Burrow speaks to Engineering News at the Africa Energy Forum in Cape Town about opportunities and challenges in the energy... 


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Upgrades to facilitate safe and seamless logistics, commuting
12th June 2026 By: Trent Roebeck

Upgrades on the N2 and N3 highways and interchanges, in KwaZulu-Natal, are progressing, says parastatal organisation South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral). The agency notes that the... 


Road, bridge projects would mitigate challenges for local commuters
12th June 2026 By: Trent Roebeck

Roads entity Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) is taking steps to progress several projects to mitigate challenges for South African road users, with the latest development the appointment of... 


Entries for Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation to open on July 13
4th June 2026 By: Schalk Burger

The UK Royal Academy of Engineering says entries for its next Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation competition will open on July 13 and close on September 8. The 2026 shortlist of applicants... 


ECSA will host International Engineering Alliance meetings in Cape Town in June
28th May 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Regulator the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) will host the 2026 meetings of international organisation the International Engineering Alliance from June 7 to 12, in Cape Town, South... 


A&M infrastructure and capital projects global head Marcos Ganut
Alvarez & Marsal opens first African office in Cape Town
13th May 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Global professional services firm Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) has launched its first African office in Cape Town to meet rising demand for support to address complex operational and financial... 


A flue at the Kusile power station
New technology nearing pilot-plant stage
8th May 2026 By: Halima Frost

To advance its locally developed carbon capture and utilisation (CCU) technology, South African company EPCM Global Engineering is progressing to the next stage of development through a... 


Kariba Dam rehabilitation 94% complete, on track for year-end conclusion
7th May 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Zambia and Zimbabwe bilateral organisation the Zambezi River Authority says the Kariba Dam Rehabilitation Project (KDRP) is about 94% complete and remains on course for completion by the end of the... 


One of the reinforced concrete duo-cell silos under repair at the PPC Hercules plant
PPC rehabilitates duo-cell silo at Hercules plant
28th April 2026 By: Schalk Burger

JSE-listed construction materials company PPC has completed the R26-million major structural rehabilitation of one of the reinforced concrete duo-cell silos at its Hercules plant, in Tshwane,... 


Cesa CEO Chris Campbell
Infrastructure, services are the cornerstone of economic recovery – Cesa
17th April 2026 By: Schalk Burger

The delivery of infrastructure and essential services is a basic human right and a cornerstone for economic recovery, and South Africa must move to actionable outcomes that improve lives and... 


Imesa president Geoff Tooley
Imesa flags gaps in local govt White Paper, says previous input not considered
16th April 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Industry organisation the Institute of Municipal Engineering of Southern Africa (Imesa) says the draft White Paper on Local Government has critical gaps, despite the latest rounds of consultation... 


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Interdisciplinary framework needed
3rd April 2026 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Incorporating the practical realities of engineering and infrastructure projects into classroom learning resources can meaningfully augment the engineering and technical skills pipeline, and... 


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Investment in training to improve infrastructure delivery
3rd April 2026 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Engineering consultancy Lubisi Consulting Engineers is strengthening its digital engineering capabilities through targeted investments in three-dimensional (3D) modelling and building information... 


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Study to upgrade rural roads completed
3rd April 2026 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Access to reliable roads remains a critical challenge for many rural communities in South Africa, particularly in the Eastern Cape. Addressing this need, multidisciplinary consultancy AVX Engineers... 


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Early involvement vital to fix infrastructure – association
3rd April 2026 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Consulting engineers, as key experts, are best positioned to unlock faster, better-quality infrastructure in the water, energy and transport sectors. There is a need for deeper and longer... 


Engineering sustainable development requires collaboration
Engineering industry wants its voice heard as infrastructure development dithers
25th March 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Representatives of professional engineering organisations and associations have again insisted that engineering professionals need to be part of decision-making processes in South Africa to ensure... 


Cesa president and consultancy Knight Piesold Africa regional manager Dr Vishal Haripersad
Cesa Infrastructure Indaba calls for South Africa-first mindset
19th March 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Speakers at Consulting Engineers South Africa’s (Cesa’s) Infrastructure Indaba, in KwaZulu-Natal, having recognised how infrastructure remains the backbone of economic growth, social development... 


Digby Wells Environmental incoming CEO Richard McDonald
Digby Wells Environmental appoints Richard McDonald as CEO
18th March 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Following an extensive internal succession process, environmental consulting firm Digby Wells Environmental has appointed Richard McDonald CEO, with effect from June 1. McDonald has been serving as... 


An image of one of the water management technologies on offer from Schneider Electric
Modern tech improves water infrastructure, combats scarcity
13th March 2026 By: Trent Roebeck

South Africa’s ongoing water challenges are exacerbated by ageing water infrastructure, owing to failing asset performance and tardy maintenance, in relation to plant efficiency and stable water... 


Cesa says management development training course fully subscribed
9th March 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Industry organisation Consulting Engineers South Africa (Cesa) says the 30 places available for its 2026 Business of Consulting Engineering Management Development Programme (BCE MDP) were fully... 


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Fire protection systems safeguard infrastructure, workers
27th February 2026 By: Trent Roebeck

The adoption of fire protection systems and technologies within South African waste management and/or recycling facilities is becoming increasingly important given the risks to workers and... 


An image of a water treatment plant
Green-Tech integration strengthens quality, innovation
27th February 2026

Wastewater treatment company Sanitech announced the integration of water and waste solutions company Green-Tech’s technology into its operations, marking a significant step in strengthening its... 


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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... 


Kulani Energy COO Thinga Nethanani
Optipower transaction bolsters Kulani Energy transmission EPC capacity
11th February 2026

Black women-owned engineering and energy infrastructure firm Kulani Energy has acquired key assets from Optipower that historically operated as a division of Murray & Roberts Limited, which is in... 


CESA president Dr Vishal Haripersad
Infrastructure crisis highlights urgent need for engineers to occupy ‘meaningful seat at table'
3rd February 2026 By: Terence Creamer

Amid a national maintenance “crisis” and slow delivery against government’s R1-trillion infrastructure commitment, Consulting Engineers South Africa (CESA) believes it has now become urgent for... 


ECSA supports Zambian counterpart in its bid to join international alliance
3rd February 2026 By: Schalk Burger

As part of ongoing efforts to align Zambia’s engineering standards with internationally recognised best practices, engineering professionals regulators the Engineering Council of South Africa... 


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Ultra-light chopsaw enhances deep-water cutting project
30th January 2026

Offshore cutting solutions provider Decom Engineering deployed its recently launched, ultralight chopsaw, the C1-16UL, to complete a “challenging” deep-water project in the Gulf of Mexico. The... 


Cesa offers engineering support following national disaster declaration
21st January 2026 By: Creamer Media Reporter

In response to government's declaration of a national disaster following torrential rains, widespread flooding and wildfires in parts of the country, industry organisation Consulting Engineers... 


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