https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/page/legislative-environment Thu, 04 Jun 2026 20:53:18 +0200 FeedCreator 1.7.3 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/hvac-r-transition-raises-costs-skills-pressures-2026-05-29 Devina Haripersad Legislative Environment Fri, 29 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200 721144 1779779168 1780005600 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/africas-future-in-space-dependent-on-legal-regulatory-frameworks-dtic-2026-05-27 Rebecca Campbell SPACE Wed, 27 May 2026 10:46:00 +0200 722197 1779872883 1779871560 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001274600_resized_untitledmay272026at105600.jpeg dtic chief director of space affairs Nomfuneko Majaja 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/flysafair-says-it-acted-in-good-faith-after-ncc-refers-it-to-the-consumer-tribunal-2026-05-21 Schalk Burger CONSUMER PROTECTION Thu, 21 May 2026 15:52:00 +0200 721830 1779374091 1779371520 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/dept-of-energy-targets-affordability-load-reduction-as-loadshedding-moves-to-the-rearview-mirror-2026-05-19 Irma Venter ENERGY Tue, 19 May 2026 15:15:00 +0200 721610 1779198253 1779196500 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001272837_resized_departmentofelectricityandenergyddgthabokekana1022.jpeg Thabo Kekana 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/structural-constraints-leave-oems-supply-chain-exposed-2026-05-15 Nadine Ramdass Legislative Environment Fri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200 722225 1779885011 1778796000 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001274710_resized_automotiveassemblyadobestock1505261022.jpeg NAVIGATING DISRUPTIONS Manufacturers have heavily relied on globalised, low-cost sourcing and just-in-time inventory, often resulting in more constrained supplier networks 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/blsa-ceo-calls-for-economic-impact-assessment-of-draft-procurement-regulations-2026-05-11 Tasneem Bulbulia LEGISLATIVE ENVIRONMENT Mon, 11 May 2026 15:35:00 +0200 721004 1778508402 1778506500 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001270952_resized_blsaceobusimavuso2023071022.jpg Busi Mavuso 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/energy-transition-policy-in-the-spotlight-2026-05-08 Creamer Media Reporter ENERGY Fri, 08 May 2026 09:16:00 +0200 720822 1778238300 1778224560 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 1 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001270653_resized_1022x575secondtakeen.jpg 511 287 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/attachments/96552_2026-05-08_second_take_en.mp4249478509 Energy transition, policy in the spotlight https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/geopolitical-shifts-bring-africas-arbitration-growth-opportunities-to-the-forefront-2026-05-06 Lumkile Nkomfe LEGISLATIVE ENVIRONMENT Wed, 06 May 2026 14:54:00 +0200 720690 1778134469 1778072040 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001270109_resized_jaw05261022.jpeg 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/africas-peace-building-faces-reality-check-as-leaders-call-for-active-prudence-2026-05-06 Lumkile Nkomfe LEGISLATIVE ENVIRONMENT Wed, 06 May 2026 12:28:00 +0200 720677 1778065369 1778063280 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001270066_resized_formermozambiquepresidentjoaquimchissano05261022.jpeg Former Mozambique President Joaquim Chissano 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/competition-commission-refers-multichoice-altech-to-tribunal-2026-05-04 Natasha Odendaal COMPETITION MATTERS Mon, 04 May 2026 14:42:00 +0200 720465 1777899718 1777898520 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 0 0 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/blsa-ceo-calls-for-scrapping-of-bbbee-amendments-to-support-manufacturers-2026-05-04 Tasneem Bulbulia MANUFACTURING Mon, 04 May 2026 11:51:00 +0200 720434 1777897004 1777888260 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001269330_resized_bmwsouthafricarosslynplantbmwassemblyautomotivemarleny1022copy.jpeg “Automotive components for specific models cannot simply be swapped out when the BBBEE rules change. Developing new suppliers takes years, requiring testing, certification, integration into production lines," BLSA CEO Busi Mavuso says. 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/technology-safety-programme-would-improve-operations-2026-05-01 Trent Roebeck Legislative Environment Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200 719321 1777014075 1777586400 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001265853_resized_gavinkellyapril20261022.jpeg GAVIN KELLY A system must be created to safeguard truck operators, road users, vehicles and road infrastructure 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/blsa-reform-tracker-shows-progress-but-some-institutional-reforms-are-lagging-2026-04-28 Schalk Burger REFORM PROGRESS Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:30:00 +0200 720165 1777385584 1777372200 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001268530_resized_blsaceobusimavuso2023071022.jpg BLSA CEO Busi Mavuso 511 287 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https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001268348_resized_illegalmine04261022.jpeg 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/govt-sets-ambitious-goal-in-draft-rail-masterplan-2026-04-24 Creamer Media Reporter RAIL Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:04:00 +0200 720026 1777036560 1777017840 99999999999 Creamer Media Reporter 1 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001268299_resized_1022x575secondtakeen.jpg 511 287 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/attachments/96510_2026-04-24_second_take_en.mp480463334 Govt sets ambitious goal in draft rail masterplan https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/sectors-sustainability-depends-on-transformation-2026-04-09 Nadine Ramdass Legislative Environment Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0200 718896 1776667421 1776981600 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001264779_resized_measuringmetalprofileadobestockmetalfabrications2404261022.jpeg TARGETED MEASURES Targeted modernisation, decarbonisation and advanced engineering solutions investment is required to realise the metal fabrication sector's full potential 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/bulk-water-system-challenges-discussed-at-stakeholder-engagement-2026-04-24 Lumkile Nkomfe Legislative Environment Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0200 718988 1776671817 1776981600 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001264935_resized_watersupply04261022.jpeg WATER DIALOGUE Rand Water and public representatives engaged on operational challenges, infrastructure constraints and the need for closer cooperation across the water supply chain 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/tribunal-finds-furniture-removal-company-engaged-in-limited-instances-of-cover-quoting-2026-04-20 Tasneem Bulbulia COMPETITION Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:17:00 +0200 719740 1776696909 1776694620 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/high-court-sets-aside-environmental-authorisation-for-k148-road-construction-2026-04-20 Lumkile Nkomfe ROADS Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:25:00 +0200 719642 1776671527 1776669900 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001266912_resized_francoisnortjent55investments04261022.jpeg NT55 Investments CEO Francois Nortjé 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/ai-human-touch-blend-improves-insurance-process-2026-04-17 Trent Roebeck Legislative Environment Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0200 718547 1775813835 1776376800 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001263408_resized_pravinkalpagemarch20261022.jpeg PRAVIN KALPAGE The adoption of AI and digital processes will reduce improve accuracy, lower costs and reduce fiction for opitmisation 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/public-has-60-days-to-comment-on-land-occupation-amendment-bill-2026-04-16 Thabi Shomolekae Legislative Environment Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:17:00 +0200 719503 1776347971 1776345420 99999999999 Sashnee Moodley 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001266419_resized_thembisimelane010720251022.jpeg Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/imesa-flags-gaps-in-local-govt-white-paper-says-previous-input-not-considered-2026-04-16 Schalk Burger LOCAL GOVERNMENT Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:18:00 +0200 719470 1776345172 1776334680 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001266416_resized_imesapresidentgeofftooley1022.jpg Imesa president Geoff Tooley 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/musk-row-shows-gap-with-ramaphosa-in-south-africa-equity-rules-2026-04-15 Bloomberg Legislative Environment Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:41:00 +0200 719391 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511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/manufacturing-faces-demand-constraints-despite-improving-outlook-2026-04-10 Devina Haripersad Legislative Environment Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0200 717639 1775052071 1775772000 99999999999 Nadine James 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001260568_resized_nedbankenmanufacturing24march1022x575.jpg UNDER PRESSURE Manufacturing remains under pressure, largely owing to weak export volumes and global trade disruptions 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/steel-tariffs-risk-supply-shortages-saisc-warns-2026-04-08 Lumkile Nkomfe STEEL Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:36:00 +0200 718842 1775802710 1775651760 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001264330_resized_saiscamanuelgebremeskelsaisc1022.jpg Amanuel Gebremeskel 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/dpwi-vows-action-on-unlawful-occupation-of-knoflokskraal-in-the-western-cape-2026-04-07 Sabrina Jardim LEGAL Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:16:00 +0200 718777 1775632395 1775571360 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001264165_resized_deanmacpherson280120251022.jpeg Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/government-aims-to-move-with-speed-on-private-investments-for-development-2026-04-01 Schalk Burger INVESTMENT AND DEVELOPMENT Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:32:00 +0200 718486 1775052595 1775032320 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 https://cisp.cachefly.net/assets/articles/images/resized/0001263184_resized_enochgodongwana210520251022.jpeg Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana 511 287 https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/npa-arrests-madlanga-report-must-catalyse-reforms-for-accountability-blsa-2026-03-30 Schalk Burger RULE OF LAW Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:07:00 +0200 718313 1774874243 1774865220 99999999999 Chanel de Bruyn 0 0 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