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27 May 2025

How Vimbukhalo Primary sets a benchmark for sustainable education design

Vimbukhalo Primary School, located near Winterton in the Drakensberg, KwaZulu-Natal, recently underwent a transformative upgrade, establishing a new benchmark for sustainable educational infrastructure in South Africa. When AECOM first assessed the site in 2019, learners were being taught in temporary structures that made effective learning difficult and failed to meet safety standards. This project provided...
26 May 2025

Making urban mobility convenient

By John Rammutla, Principal Associate: Highways, Transport & Infrastructure, WSP in Africa People’s transport choices are shaped by safety, accessibility and socio-economic factors. Many African countries lack the infrastructure necessary to provide convenient, safe, reliable and sustainable public transport systems, leaving urban citizens with limited options. To make urban mobility more convenient, safe and accessible...
07 May 2025

The Bridge transforms urban design in Stellenbosch

Urban spaces are more than just buildings and infrastructure; they are living, breathing environments that shape our daily lives. The Bridge, a transformative mixed-use development in Stellenbosch Municipality, is reimagining urban planning by integrating sustainability, walkability, and community-first design. Led by Graham Wilson, an experienced urban designer with a passion for human-centric spaces, The Bridge...
07 May 2025

How rental partners improve mining dewatering agility

Dewatering rentals help mines manage dewatering’s increasing costs and requirements. Most mines operate permanent dewatering infrastructure to safeguard operations and safety. Yet, as mines dig deeper and wider for high-quality minerals, they face multiple challenges: extreme weather shifts, water debris management, and contaminant control. These challenges push dewatering requirements beyond the scope and budgets of...
11 Apr 2025

How new PPP regulations will transform SA's commercial property landscape

South Africa’s National Treasury has taken a significant step to streamline public-private partnerships (PPPs). They have eased the approval process for projects under R2 billion. This change was gazetted in February by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana. It will come into effect in June this year. The new rule removes the need for Treasury approval for...
28 Mar 2025

50 Years of mining excellence by Trollope Group

As a leading force in opencast mining, Trollope proudly celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. Since its establishment in 1975, the company has built a reputation for delivering reliable solutions with a professional yet approachable and friendly attitude. Specialising in medium- to large-scale mining operations, Trollope offers a comprehensive range of services, including opencast contract...
06 Mar 2025

Navigating the climate change challenges of sustainable transportation

The transport sector is a substantial contributor to global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, accounting for a significant portion of energy-related CO₂ emissions and energy demand. Addressing its impacts is urgent to mitigate climate change effects. Current transport emissions and impacts In 2019, the transport sector represented nearly a quarter of global energy-related CO₂ emissions and...
06 Mar 2025

MBAWC school building initiative: Enhancing educational infrastructure in the Western Cape

The Master Builders and Allied Trades Association of the Western Cape (MBAWC), in collaboration with the Western Cape Government (WCG), has embarked on an ambitious project to upgrade and construct school buildings across the region. This initiative aims to address existing educational infrastructure challenges, enhance learning environments, and contribute to community development. Collaborative efforts and...
27 Feb 2025

Enhancing operational excellence for improved service delivery in SAIW

The Southern African Institute of Welding (SAIW) is embarking on a transformative journey to boost operational efficiency and enhance service delivery for its students and stakeholders. Faced with recent challenges, such as delays in releasing examination results, the Institute is implementing a comprehensive strategic overhaul focused on leadership restructuring and process optimization. The need for...
18 Feb 2025

Corobrik navigates challenges, looks to embrace opportunities in 2025

Despite an unpredictable and volatile business environment in 2024, leading brickmaker Corobrik remained adaptable and nimble. “We have worked hard to make our operations more agile, shifting capacity between product lines to meet market demands. There is room for improvement, but we are far better equipped to respond to change than before,” comments CEO Nick...