Survey reveals jobs and economy more pressing than COVID-19 concerns in SA
Unemployment and the economy have displaced COVID-19 as the top concerns for South African consumers as they personally experience the […]
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Setting your sites on health and safety
All construction sites can re-open at Level 3. 1 June is therefore a deadline for the completion of Workplace Readiness Plans and obtaining the necessary certification. SMMEs are advised to ensure they get all the assiastance
Eskom awards contract for extension of power station infrastructure
Concor Infrastructure’s order pipeline has received a further boost with the awarding of a contract to extend the ash disposal […]
South African Concrete Wonders: The Owl House
Chryso and a.b.e Construction Chemicals generously agreed to be part of this project. Michelle Fick, Chryso, a.b.e. Executive Relationship and Project Manager explained: “When Daniel van der Merwe of Leaf Architects and Landscapers recommended Chryso and a.b.e Construction Chemicals to get involved in the restoration of the Owl House, we were thrilled to be part of this project. It is currently rated as one of the top tourist destinations in the Eastern Cape and was declared a National Heritage Site
CONCRETE TRENDS PRODUCING ‘THE CONSTRUCTION RECOVERY TOOLKIT’ – AN ESSENTIAL RESOURCE FOR POST LOCKDOWN SUCCESS STORY
As we approach May 1, and the details of South Africa’s phased return to work become clearer, Concrete Trends is […]
CEO REVIEWS THYSSENKRUPP’S 60 YEARS OF SUCCESS IN SOUTH AFRICA
Engineering and steel production company Thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions South Africa this year celebrates 60 successful years of engineering excellence in Africa. The company on Monday said this milestone was […]
CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY IN RAPID DECLINE AS WORK WANES, ‘MAFIA’ TAKES OVER, WARNS SAFCEC
The South African construction industry is in a state of accelerated decline, says South African Forum of Civil Engineering Contractors […]
Construction of tallest building in South Africa nears completion
Construction work is soon to be complete on the Leonardo building, South Africa’s tallest skyscraper, that will overtake the Carlton Centre which is […]
Ramaphosa identifies growth as the ‘one goal’ of his Presidency
South African President Cyril Ramaphosahas identified higher economic growth as the overarching goal of his Presidency and has urged business leaders to partner with government to put in place the building blocks required for achieving growth rates of higher than 5%.
South Africa launches Conradie Better Living Model development
South Africa has officially launched the Conradie Better Living Model Game Changer development which will see more than 3000 homes constructed with revolutionary new housing model.
South Africa to inject US $218m into completion of the GBW Project
South Africa is set to inject US $218 to complete the long-abandoned Giyani Bulk Water (GBW) Project in Limpopo.
SA still top FDI destination in Africa, but declined in 2017
A recent Ernst & Young (EY) survey shows South Africa has retained its position as the top foreign direct investment […]
SA confident economy will turn the corner
National Treasury says S&P’s latest rating affords the country an opportunity to demonstrate that it can implement measures to turn […]
South Africa: residents oppose Conradie Hospital housing plan
The old Conradie Hospital site has been dormant since 2002. Heralded by Western Cape Premier Helen Zille, the plan for […]
Optimism in South Africa’s economic recovery fading – IMF
South Africa’s economic recovery plans face serious constraints with growing debt of state firms domestically and capital outflows as a […]
Ghana signs deal for $2.6bn Accra Sky Train with South African consortium
The government of Ghana has signed an MoU with a South Africa-based consortium to build a $2.6bn light rail system […]
South Africa committed to protecting property rights – Ramaphosa
President Cyril Ramaphosaused an investment summit on Friday to reassure investors that his government was committed to protecting property rights as […]
South Africa: R162-million housing project incomplete after over a decade
“The conditions are shocking. As the government we are ashamed,” says KZN Premier. Beneficiaries of Msunduzi municipality’s Wirewall Rectification Programme in […]
South Africa and Rwanda to receive US $500m energy fund finance
South Africa and Rwanda are set to receive US $500m from the African Development Bank (AfDB) to help fund the upgrade and […]
South Africa adds unit 2 of Medupi Power Station to the national grid
South Africa state-owned power utility Eskom has successfully synchronised unit 2 of the Medupi Power Station, set to be the largest dry-cooled […]
South Africa set to construct Phase1 of Mzimvubu water project
South Africa is set to embark solely on phase1 of Mzimvubu water project by South African companies despite the Chinese government […]
South African black property owners want certainty over land reform policy
South Africa‘s black practitioners in the property development sector have no qualms about an amendment of the Constitution to expropriate land without […]
Kenya and South Africa: two diverging countries
Two prominent sub-Saharan economies are showing “swiftly diverging fortunes” due to their respective political and economic circumstances, according to Mace, […]
South Africa: US $1.2bn wind power projects set for construction
Wind power projects amounting to US $1.2bn are set for construction in South Africa by Enel Green Power. The Enel Group’s […]
SA needs billions for infrastructure investments
The infrastructure investments needed in South Africa far exceed the available fiscal resources, says Deputy Minister of Cooperative Governance and […]
South Africa’s US $78m mixed-use office development almost complete
Cue Park Square, Nedbank’s iconic US$ 78m mixed-use office and retail development located within Umhlanga’s New Town Centre is almost […]
South Africa: R22 million Red Location Museum slowly being stripped
Years after the closure of the Red Location Museum in Port Elizabeth, the huge building has now been stripped of […]
Black-owned energy group says renewables programme is not anti-transformation
Black-owned and managed independent power producer (IPP) Pele Green Energy(PGE), which is an active owner and partner in wind and solar projects with a combined capacity […]
Four power plants to be constructed in South Africa
South Africa is set to build 4 power plants in Free State. The plants which include a 147MW wind plant […]
SA construction industry to reach US $41bn by 2022
South Africa’s Construction Industry is projected to reach US $41bn by 2022 with CAGR growing at 14.9%; this is according […]
South Africa faces water infrastructure funding shortfall
A new report estimates that South Africa will need to invest about R70.4-billion a year in waterinfrastructure investment over the next decade to address water scarcity […]
Mokonyane urges business community to invest in water infrastructure
South African minister of water and sanitation, Nomvula Mokonyane, on Tuesday urged the business community to invest in the country’s water security in a bid to prevent the collapse […]
Things are going south in the private building sector
Building plans passed are a strong indicator of the future health of the construction industry, and statistics for the South Africa private sector point to an economic shift down south.
Water dept will throttle water supply to 30 municipalities as R10.7bn debt piles up
An ongoing culture of nonpayment by local municipalities has exacerbated the water troubles South Africa faces, with the Department of Water and Sanitation currently owed R10.7-billion, Minister Nomvula Mokonyane revealed on Thursday.
Two SA buildings nominated for world architecture award
Two South African buildings have been shortlisted for the international Arcaid Architectural Photography Awards 2017- one of the world’s foremost photographic prizes. And Johannesburg’s infamous but iconic Ponte Tower is one of them.
AfDB approves $200m to IDC for industrialisation projects in Africa
The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has approved a private sector multicurrency line of credit of $100-million and R1.3-billion to South Africa’s Industrial Development Corporation (IDC).
World Bank urges South African firms to seize $45bn African procurement opportunity
The World Bank Group is actively encouraging South African businesses to participate more actively in a $45-billion procurement opportunity that […]
Moody’s says South Africa credit rating well placed
South Africa’s credit rating is well placed at the lowest investment grade, but rising foreign ownership of the government’s local-currency […]
Zuma: Brics Bank will promote sustainable development
Zuma presided over the official launch of the bank’s Sandton branch. President Jacob Zuma has described the opening the Brics Bank as a […]
KZN entrepreneurs! Apply now to join Growthpoint’s Property Point incubation programme
Property Point, a Growthpoint Properties initiative, is transforming the South African economy and society by building sustainable small businesses working […]
‘Disruption’ challenged at the 2017 SAPOA Convention
The 2017 SAPOA Convention & Property Exhibition that took place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre was a huge […]
Inyatsi targets market prominence, business excellence
As infrastructure construction specialist Inyatsi Group Holdings undergoes an internal revamp and succession drive, new acting CEO Tommy Strydom is confident of the future of the company […]
Kganyago expects the economy returned to growth in Q2
South Africa’s economic growth likely resumed in the second quarter of 2017 after two straight quarters of contraction that pushed […]
Political instability a blow to business confidence
South Africa’s political turbulence has prompted 28% of surveyed local business executives to give the nation’s economy a pessimistic outlook for the year ahead, according to advisory firm Grant Thornton’s second-quarter International Business Report (IBR).
South Africa makes surprise recovery in 2017 reputation index
Despite ongoing political turmoil and an increase in policy uncertainty, South Africa made a surprise recovery in the 2017 edition of a global reputation study, rising four places to 45 out of 71 countries measured.
National Treasury’s action plan may not be enough – economists
Industry does not view Finance Minister Malusi Gigaba’s new 14-point plan as likely to stimulate the growth South Africa desperately needs. Rather, economists are viewing it as a group of administrative measures that will only move to stabilise the battered economy.
Congo to delay Inga 3 hydroelectric project
The Democratic Republic of Congo has recently made a statement that the Inga 3hydro-electric project is not yet expected to start […]
Amended property sector code is now legally binding
The Amendment Property Sector Code, gazetted for public commentary late in 2015, is now legally binding to entities and organisations […]
South African giant WBHO takes stake in Byrne Group
Wilson Bayly Holmes-Ovcon (WBHO), which is listed on the Johannesburg stock exchange, has bought a 40% stake in concrete frame […]
S Africa’s attractiveness to investors dependent on economic recovery
South Africa’s attractiveness to foreign investors in the future will depend a great deal on how it recovers from its […]
SA’s first Green Star Design rated government building achieves its As Built rating
WSP, one of the largest multi-disciplinary engineering consultancies in Africa, has achieved a 4 Star Green Star SA As Built […]
Shell South Africa’s Mohale to head BLSA
Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA) has appointed Shell South Africa upstream VP and chairperson Bonang Mohale as its CEO, effective July 1. Mohale, who succeeds Thero […]
SA enters recession as GDP contracts for a consecutive quarter
GDP contracted 0.7% for the first quarter of 2017, indicating that the country has entered into a technical recession, according […]
South African cities underperforming – Gigaba
Although South African cities are the engines of economic growth, they are not performing as well as they should, Finance Minister Malusi Gigaba said at […]
SA ranked top business events destination in Africa
Tourism Minister Tokozile Xasa says the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) continues to rank South Africa as the top […]
SA drops a notch in global competitiveness ranking
South Africa’s overall global competitiveness dropped from 52 in 2016 to 53 in 2017, according to the International Institute for Management Development’s […]
South Africa’s foreign debt downgrade not the worst-case scenario
Despite the hype around the latest sovereign downgrades, South Africa has not hit rock bottom, nor has it experienced the worst-case scenario […]
South African shortlisted for Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation
South African rocket scientist Andre Nelhas been shortlisted as a finalist in the UK’s Royal Academy of EngineeringAfrica Prize for EngineeringInnovation. Nel invented a […]
South Africa’s trade balance records R11.4bn surplus in March
“junk” grade usually pushes up borrowing costs. Both ratings firms said the downgrades could hamper treasury plans to cut spending […]
South Africa plans emergency steel tariff from July – WTO
South Africa is proposing to put emergency “safeguard” tariffs on imports of certain flat hot-rolled steel products from July, it said in a […]
South Africa ranked fourth most attractive investment destination in Africa
South Africa has been ranked as the fourth most attractive economy for investments flowing into Africa. This is according to the latest Africa Investment […]
South Africa could suffer further downgrades if political uncertainty stalls growth
South Africa’s credit rating could get downgraded deeper into junk status if political uncertainty triggered by the recent firing of […]
SA’s property investment sector returns dropped to 11.1% in 2016
Returns in the South African property investment sector hit the lowest level since 2009 after falling from 13% in 2015 […]
Protect Your Business’ Bottom Line With Credit Guarantee
As a South African Financial Services company operating in the field of domestic and international trade credit insurance our unique […]
Localisation a key ‘policy tool’ for South Africa – Davies
Localisation is an important policy tool for industrial development in South Africa and will assist in growing the economy and the manufacturing sector, Trade and Industry Minister Dr Rob […]
S&P downgrades South Africa to junk after Zuma’s Cabinet shuffle
S&P Global Ratings lowered South Africa’s sovereign credit rating on Monday to a sub-investment grade of BB+, from BBB-, on political […]
South Africa is wasting its renewable energy potential
Although South Africa is the country with the most potential “by far” in terms of its renewable energy programmes, it is stuck in the […]
Cabinet reshuffle places SA firmly in junk status crosshairs
As South Africa reels from the news of another Cabinet reshuffle overnight, the damage to business confidence and a renewed threat of a ratings […]
Supply to 100 MW Solar Farm Project in South Africa
South African company is a family owned company established in 80’s and grew into a multi-discipline construction company specializing in […]
Trends to look out for in Southern Africa’s construction industry in 2017
With 2016 bringing a year of unexpected developments across the globe, from Brexit to the election of the 45th president […]
New era for readymix in South Africa
The Southern Africa Readymix Association of Southern Africa (Sarma) continues to grow as producers seek to align themselves with the high-quality concrete that is a hallmark of its membership.
Bolloré Logistics secures cement plant projects in Nigeria and South Africa
Bolloré Logistics teams recently secured two key cement plant construction projects in Nigeria and South Africa with one of the largest cement plant production companies in China.
New financing models needed for infrastructure
Global leaders and representatives of Canada, France, Switzerland, China, South Africa and the US on Tuesday, questioned the ability of public sectors across the globe to develop proper infrastructure ecosystems.
PPC donates mobile science labs
As part of an enabling partnership between PPC subsidiary Ulula Ash and Eskom, two high-tech mobile science labs have been donated to Sibongamandla Secondary and Kriel High Schools in Mpumalanga.
New MD and Country Cluster Head for BASF in Southern Africa
BASF recently announced the appointment of Benoit Fricard as Managing Director of BASF South Africa and Country Cluster Head for Southern Africa.
Fitch holds SA’s investment-grade rating, but cuts outlook to negative
Ratings agency Fitch affirmed South Africa‘s investment-grade credit rating at one notch above ‘junk’ on Friday but changed its outlook to negative from stable, warning that political risks could hurt growth.
South Africa says construction of coal-fired power plants to continue
South African Environmental Affairs Minister Edna Molewa has dismissed objections to the nation building two new coal-fired power stations.
Two critical after scaffolding collapses in Sandton
Two construction workers were critically injured when scaffolding they were on collapsed in Sandton on Tuesday, paramedics said.
After flash floods, Premier prepares to declare parts of Gauteng disaster areas
Gauteng Premier David Makhura said on Friday he intended to declare some parts of Gauteng disaster areas following this week’s fierce flash floods in the province.
South Africa accounts for the most infrastructure projects in Africa
South Africa continues to account for the most infrastructure and capital project activity in Southern Africa, at 48.2%, followed by […]
South African govt 25th in global infrastructure owners list
According to Engineering News – Global software developer, Bentley Systems’ 2016 Infrastructure 500 list, which ranks the top owners of infrastructure worldwide from both the public […]
SADC’s dependence on South Africa’s trade corridors slows
South Africa is at risk of being left behind as its neighbours ramp up port and corridor develop- ment and rapidly reduce their dependence on the Southern African powerhouse’s trade routes.
2017 will be a better year for construction
South Africa’s economy is poised to grow by between 2-3% in real terms next year, which will have a knock-on […]
South Africa doing well if you strip out growth – Moody’s
South Africa measures favourably in most indices bar economic growth, which the National Treasury has forecast will be 0.5% this year, a Moody’s representative said on Tuesday.
WesBank announces R60m carport solar-panel project
WesBank and sister company First National Bank(FNB) have announced a R60m project to replace the shade-net carports at its shared offices in Fairland, Johannesburg, with solar-panel carports.
Construction of SA’s Kathu solar project kicks off
Construction has started after the signing of a 20-year power purchase agreement (PPA) between ENGIE and Eskom. The 100MW Kathu Solar […]
SA working on improving trade volumes
Jeff Radebe, Minister in the Presidency for Performance Monitoring and Evaluation, held a meeting with a high-level Chinese delegation from the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) of China on Friday afternoon.
Final unit at Ingula synchronised
Eskom on Saturday synchronised Unit 3 of the Ingula Pumped Storage Scheme on the cross-border of the Free State and KwaZulu-Natal.
Dangote Cement records N442b revenue in nine months
Dangote Cement Plc, has declared an increased revenue of N442.09 billion in the last nine months, the Company’s financial report released on Thursday at the Nigerian Stock Exchange indicated.
CDE South Africa keeps it clean
CDE Global is the largest wet processing equipment manufacturer in the world and works with its customers to maximise their return on investment and gain significant competitive advantage while minimising environmental impact. Its commitment to developing its operations in Africa was motioned when the company established its office (CDE South Africa (Pty) Ltd) in South Africa and appointed Nicolan Govender as Regional Manager for Southern Africa.
Engineering consultancy to guide GTL projects in Qatar
Engineering and construction group SNC-Lavalin was awarded an engineering consultancy and support services contract by Qatar-based company Oryx Gas To Liquids (GTL), a JV between Qatar Petroleum (51%) and Sasol (49%) for its GTL complex at Ras Laffan Industrial City, in Qatar.
South Africa can avoid credit downgrades – Gordhan
South Africa is making progress towards avoiding rating downgrades despite the economy not growing fast enough, FinanceMinister Pravin Gordhan told a trade union gathering on Wednesday a week before reading his mid-term budget speech.
Kenya’s Lapsset project receives new breath of life
The Lamu Port South Sudan Ethiopia transport corridor (Lapsset) project has received a major impetus after a consortium of international investors led by the Development Bank of South Africa (DBSA) said they will help finance the project.
Dangote Cement eyes Asia market
A leading manufacturer of cement in Africa, Dangote, is hoping to move into the Asian market in the next decade.The […]
New Seifsa president urges employer proactivity ahead of 2017 wage talks
The incoming president of the Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (Seifsa), Michael Pimstein, has called on employers affiliated to the body to adopt a proactive stance towards the upcoming 2017 wage negotiations.
Four trends that will radically alter business practices
We are living at a remarkable time in history, where history itself is changing, said futurist and strategy consultant Dr Graeme Codrington at engineering and environmental consulting firm Jones & Wagener’s 50-year celebration function in Johannesburg, last Thursday.
Doka buys Dutch materials specialist
Doka has acquired Dutch materials technology specialist BAS, with whom it had already developed a sensor for measuring concrete strength […]
Local cement manufacturers to focus on product diversity
Kenyan cement manufacturers are exploring alternative market opportunities to guarantee their survival in a globalised and increasingly competitive market.
Marriott to spend US$218m on hotels in South Africa
Marriott International plans to spend R3bn (US$218.14mi) on hotels in South Africa, it said on Wednesday.
Bridge City development to offer small business incubation
Part of agriculture and agroprocessing group Tongaat Hulett and the eThekwini municipality’s Bridge City mixed-use development is being earmarked for small business incubators, with the integrated rapid public transport network set to benefit existing and emerging businesses.
Enel’s first South African wind farm connected to the grid
Engineering News – The 88-MW Nojoli wind farm in theEastern Cape Province has been connected to the grid. The project, developed by Enel Green […]
South Africa improves in global competitiveness rankings
South Africa has slightly improved its competitiveness score and ranking in the World Economic Forum’s (WEF’s) latest Global Competitiveness Index (GCI). The […]
Construction confidence increases above 50 in Q3
According to Engineering News, despite soft growth in the construction industry; the FNB Bureau of Economic Research Civil Confidence Index gained 11 […]
South Africa’s commercial property sector excelling – SAPOA
South Africa’s commercial retail property sector has been doing well, especially in the retail office sector, where there have been a lot […]
SA’s cost-of-doing-business ranking drops significantly
Engineering News – South Africa has plummeted to an abysmally low level in the World Bank’s 160-country cost-of-doing-business rankings. On the bank’s Doing Business scale, which measures […]
Building sector confidence regains some ground in Q3
After falling to 34 in 2Q2016, the FNB/BER Building Confidence Index increased by 4 points to 38 in 3Q2016. This returns the […]
Local construction industry slow to adapt to latest technologies
The local construction industry continues to struggle in gaining the full benefits of technologies, including advanced data and analytics, mobility, automationand […]
MBSA supports transformation code
Master Builders South Africa (MBSA), has called on its members to get firmly behind the transformation goals of the newly […]
Minister Jeff Radebe to address the SA building industry
The 2016 annual Master Builders Congress, being held from 31 August to 2 September at the Durban International Convention Centre, will under […]
MOBILE APP A BOOST FOR LOCAL DIY INDUSTRY
One of the world’s great statesmen was born 207 years ago. Known from a young age as Honest Abe owing […]
Avon Peaking Power goes online
Avon Peaking Power has commissioned its gas turbine open cycle power plant near Durban in South Africa. The power plant operation project […]
WBHO and the Competition Commission reaches agreement
According to Engineering News, The Competition Tribunal on Wednesday confirmed a settlement agreement between Wilson Bayley Homes-Ovcon (WBHO) and the Competition […]
SA Engineering consultancy firm expands into rest of Africa
According to Engineering News, South African multidisciplinary engineering consultancy Gibb, which marked its sixtieth anniversary in late June, is aiming to materially expand […]
Enel starts production at new solar plant in South Africa
Enel, through its subsidiary Enel Green Power RSA (“EGP RSA”) has completed and connected to the grid the Tom Burke photovoltaic […]
Shortage of skills hurts South African construction industry
A skills shortage continues to hurt the South African construction industry, a new survey has revealed. The Construction Industry Development […]
From gardener to leader of the S.A. Quantity Surveying profession
Dr Stephan Ramabodu has been elected as president of the Association of South African Quantity Surveyors (ASAQS). A Senior Lecturer […]
To regain FDI ranking, South Africa must ‘rebuild trust’ with investors
South Africa’s absence – for the second year running – from the top 25 countries listed in AT Kearney’s annual […]
DTI identifies first five companies in industrialist programme
Government had identified the first five companies that would benefit from its Black Industrialists (BI) programme,
South African executives delaying investment decisions – Grant Thornton
Nearly two-thirds of South African business executives are delaying their investment decisions, while almost half are considering investing offshore, owing to […]
Ramaphosa – “Infrastructure remains key economic driver to SA”
Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa has presented investments in the infrastructure and ICT sectors in South Africa and Africa
SECOND DAY OF AFRICAN CONSTRUCTION AND TOTALLY CONCRETE EXPO SEES SECURITY OF RAND WATER IN THE SPOTLIGHT
The second day of the African Construction and Totally Concrete Expo, has seen industry experts, leaders, students – and those with a […]
PIC to invest R70bn in SA’s development
The Public Investment Corporation (PIC) will put R70 billion towards developmental investments in the next few years to drive economic […]
Government on track to provide 1.5m houses
Human Settlements Minister Lindiwe Sisulu says government aims to make available 1.5 million housing opportunities during the current term of […]
Gordhan confident of meeting fiscal targets
South Africa’s Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan said on Wednesday he was confident of meeting fiscal targets for 2016, but that […]
South Africa’s growth out of sync with Africa’s other oil importers
While the International Monetary Fund (IMF) expects South Africa’s growth to halve to just 0.6% in 2016, growth in other […]
Tens of thousands flock to Mall of Africa opening
After its official opening on Thursday morning, the Mall of Africa, in Waterfall City, Midrand, had played host to about […]
Eskom to spend $23.5bn on new plants
South African power utility Eskom is not under pressure to tap international markets to help fund its R340-billion ($23.5-billion) five-year […]
M&A opportunities still available in South Africa, despite economic challenges
Despite a decrease in appetite for emerging-market assets in recent months – owing to the current drought, commodity exposure and […]
New R44bn mega city for Pretoria
Pretoria is to get a spanking new “nodal development” located in the east of the city at a massive R44 […]
Africa’s biggest mall opens soon
The Mall of Africa will officially open its doors to the public on Thursday. Punted as “the biggest mall in Africa, […]
Government delivers 4.3 million homes
Human Settlements Minister Lindiwe Sisulu has launched a national campaign to celebrate 4.3 million houses and housing opportunities being delivered
Marley Building Systems takes Africa Construction Expo by storm
“Positioned as a market leader in building systems we are constantly engaging with our target audience through various platforms prompting […]
Upcoming contractors in South Africa get training boost
Upcoming contractors in South Africa have received a training boost after the Department of Transport and Public Works offered successful […]
Dti incentives lead to R57bn investments
Trade and Industry Minister Rob Davies says government’s incentives have helped to leverage R57 billion in investments over the past year.
New residential energy solution launched in South Africa
A residential energy solution, which allows homeowners to generate and store their own electricity, has been officially launched in the […]
South Africa: cement sales up 7.7% in 2015
Consumption of cement in South Africa rose by 7.7% YoY in 2015 following a drop in sales the previous year. According […]
Sunbird announces transaction to sell assets to South African consortium
South Africa-focused Sunbird Energy has signed a conditional agreement with a South African consortium to divest of its noncash assets […]
New Development Bank approves first loans
The New Development Bank (NDB) has approved its first set of loans worth US $811 million, which will go towards […]
Registering a business is now seamless, says Minister
The process of registering a company in South Africa is now a simpler, seamless process says Trade and Industry Minister […]
South Africa’s business confidence improves in March
South Africa’s business confidence continued its recovery in March supported by merchandise export and import volumes,
Major PV solar construction project in South Africa nears completion
A major PV solar construction project in South Africa, being built by Juwi Renewable Energies is nearing completion and will […]
All 35 turbines erected at Noupoort wind farm
All 35 turbines at the R1.9-billion Noupoort wind farm project, in the Northern Cape, have been installed and the plant […]
Mall of Africa opens on 28 April
Developed on a scale beyond anything the country has known by leading South African property developer and investor Atterbury,
Largest solar farm in southern hemisphere unveiled
South Africa has unveiled Africa’s largest solar farm in in southern hemisphere at De Aar, Northern cape. South Africa’s Energy […]
Threat to SA cement producers confirmed
A looming competitive threat to South African-based cement producers from exports from China has been confirmed. Thato Chabeli, the interim […]
S.A. not using concrete strip roads to full advantage
South Africa has yet to fully discover and utilise the benefits of concrete strip roads, says Bryan Perrie, MD of […]
Gordhan says South Africa not on the path to austerity
South Africa’s recent budget was not aimed at implementing austerity measures and would not go the same path taken by some countries in Europe,
a.b.e. Construction Chemicals appoints chief operating officer
Brett Larsen has been appointed Chief Operating Officer of a.b.e. Construction Chemicals, part of the Chryso Southern Africa Group. After […]
Contract awarded for new luxury high-rise in Sandton
The Legacy Group has announced that it had awarded multidisciplinary construction and engineering group Aveng Grinaker-LTA the Leonardo contract to […]
M&R eyes R558bn project pipeline
Murray & Roberts (M&R) is eyeing a half-a-trillion-rand project pipeline; however, there is some uncertainty around the timing of the potential opportunities.
R865.4b to be spent on public sector infrastructure
Government and state-owned companies (SOCs) are set to spend R865.4 billion on public sector infrastructure in housing, roads, rail, public transport, water,
South Africa ahead of the green building curve
South Africa has been listed as one of the top adopters of green building technology in the world, reporting the […]
SA attracts R6.4bn in FDI
South Africa attracted R64.3 billion in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in the first three quarters of the current financial year, […]
Sustainable building is at the top of the agenda at the Housing for Africa Forum
Hennie Botes, CEO of Moladi Construction and Dr. Amira Osman, Associate Professor of Architecture from the University of Johannesburg, feature amongst the all-star […]
President, black professionals discuss NDP
President Jacob Zuma met with black professionals in Pretoria to discuss the implementation of government’s Programme of Action, particularly the […]
PMSA to celebrate its 40th anniversary at Totally Concrete 2016
PMSA, the leading manufacturer of brick, block and paving machines in Africa, will celebrate its 40th anniversary at Totally Concrete […]
Lafarge South Africa awaits NUM response as strike enters second week
Lafarge South Africa has confirmed that the National Union of Mineworkers has accepted its offer of an 8% salary increase,
Construction of a multi-million casino in Cape Verde launched
A multi-million casino project has been launched in Cape Verde. Touted as the most modern gaming resort in Africa, .Macau […]
Black Industrialist Programme receives R30b in pledges
During the SONA debate on Tuesday, Trade and Industry Minister Rob Davies said the recently launched Black Industrialist Programme has […]
Concessions business buffers Group Five from poor SA markets
Group Five on Monday announced a 5% increase in revenue, to R7.26-billion, for the six months ended December 31, compared […]
Lafarge South Africa tables final offer
Lafarge South Africa, a member of the LafargeHolcim Group, yesterday tabled its final offer to striking workers and is awaiting a response.
AMSA’s R1.5bn competition settlement part of bigger image makeover to win steel protection
Steel producer ArcelorMittal South Africa (AMSA) has made a R1.5-billion proposal to the Competition Commission to settle all outstanding matters […]
Businesses urged to invest in Africa
President Jacob Zuma has encouraged the business community to invest in the African continent to assist in creating jobs and […]
Zambia: SA firm to invest US$200 million in warehouses
South Africa-based property developer Actis plans to invest US$200 million in the construction of warehousing and shopping facilities countrywide. Company […]
Babcock’s new ultramodern yellow-metal facility in Middelburg officially opens
As a customer-focused company that continuously invests in improving service delivery, Babcock has completed an ultramodern, bespoke sales, parts and […]
Japan to increase investment in SA
Mineral Resources Minister Mosebenzi Zwane has welcomed a commitment by the Japanese government to increase its investment in South Africa, […]
“Pull together to save economy”
Something has to be done to save the economy. That was the unanimous message after a meeting between Finance Minister […]
Anglo American Platinum record R12-billion loss
Despite a “strong operational performance,” Anglo American Platinum on Monday recorded a loss of R12.2 billion for the year to […]
AMCU members trapped underground
MAKONJWAAN IMPERIAL MINE Another tragedy has befallen our members. Approximately 115 of our members are trapped
Businesses pessimistic about S African economic outlook
South African businesses are largely pessimistic about the outlook of the domestic economy over the coming 12 months, Grant Thornton’s […]
Attacq appoints new head of development
JSE-listed Attacq has appointed Pete Mackenzie as head of development, effective January 1, in a new position aimed at driving […]
South African company completes EPC for Mozambique gas plant
South Africa-based oil and gas equipment supplier Energas Technologies, in the fourth quarter of last year, completed the engineering, procurement […]
World Bank lowers 2016 outlook on 37 of the 46 commodities it tracks
The World Bank has lowered its 2016 price forecast for 37 of the 46 commodities it monitors and has warned […]
Civil construction in Egypt leaves South Africa without internet connectivity
Seacom, a submarine cable operator has announced that civil construction activity in Egypt was the cause of prevalent outages which […]
South African delegation inundated by eager energy investors
South African Energy Minister Tina Joemat-Pettersson on Friday told a briefing at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland that […]
Sapoa, National Treasury work together on improving South Africa’s spatial development
The South African Property Owners Association (Sapoa) and the National Treasury have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to focus […]
Weak rand a ‘window of opportunity’ for struggling manufacturers
The recent sharp decline in the rand is yet to filter through to the manufacturing sector, but new Manufacturing Circle […]
South Africa still a viable investment proposition, says Gordhan
As a delegation of South African Cabinet Ministers and business representatives prepares for the World Economic Forum’s (WEF’s) yearly meeting,
South Africa not heading into a recession, Gordhan assures
South Africa was not slipping into a recession despite taking substantial hits in a storm of global economic challenges, Finance […]
More trouble for construction sector in South Africa
Trouble for construction sector in South African deepened this week after reports emerged that the Hawks – The Directorate for […]
New risks emerge for South African businesses
Three new major risks have emerged for South African businesses in the latest Allianz Risk Barometer 2016, with the business […]
Hot off the press … African Construction and Totally Concrete Expo 2016 sales brochure
The African construction industry is the vital foundation necessary to support the continent’s infrastructural development requirements. The outlook for Africa’s […]
FAW is a silver sponsor for African Construction and Totally Concrete Expo 2016
FAW is a silver sponsor for African Construction and Totally Concrete Expo 2016. Africa’s leading construction, concrete and cement show […]
SA awaits US decision on missed Agoa deadline
South Africa’s access to some of the duty-free trade benefits of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (Agoa) hangs in the balance as
Fitch questions South Africa’s economic policy following Finance Minister debacle
The replacement of a second Finance Minister in South Africa within five days has not enhanced confidence in government effectiveness […]
Gordhan confirms SA to embark on nuclear procurement
Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan on Monday confirmed a government decision to proceed with nuclear procurement. “There will be a formal […]
Pravin Gordhan appointed minister of finance
The Presidency issued a statement on Sunday confirming the appointment.”I have received many representations to reconsider my decision. As a democratic […]
Standard Bank, ICBC to raise R10bn for South African power projects
South Africa’s Standard Bank and the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) have signed a collaboration agreement to raise […]
Pakistan takes South Africa to WTO on cement dumping dispute
Pakistan approached the World Trade Organisation (WTO) in November for dispute settlement consultations with South Africa regarding the imposition of […]
Bell Equipment caters for the needs of the construction industry
South Africa’s premium home grown manufacturer, Bell Equipment showcases its extensive product offering available on the continent and reaffirm its commitment […]
Economic development leads Africities discussion points
Local government is increasingly being identified as the strategic enabler for national economic and development objectives, says South African Local Government […]
Top SA construction regulatory bodies to sign a pioneering Memorandum
The NHBRC will assist SACPCMP to develop the requirements for the Building Inspectors professional qualification, accreditation and registration criteria and […]
SA invests R1bn a day in infrastructure – Patel
The South African government will use instruments such as tariff hikes to protect jobs in sectors threatened by imports, Economic […]
Govt promises to protect construction industry in South Africa
The government will aggressively protect the construction industry in South Africa to save jobs the minister for Economic Development Ebrahim […]
Nedbank and DBSA join forces to build green houses in South Africa
Nedbank Corporate and Investment Banking (NCIB) and the Development Bank of Southern Africa‘s Green Fund (DBSA) has partnered to construct 400 green
Construction opportunities in Uganda for South Africa
According to SANews.gov.za, Uganda has urged South African companies to take advantage of opportunities in that country’s construction industry. The […]
Dura-Bump: easy, safe, secure
Having extended its reach to the Free State area and Eastern Cape – as well as making progress within the […]
SA and China sign a cooperation agreement for nuclear plans
Despite rumours that Russia was in the lead to take the deal, Nuclear energy regulators in South Africa and China […]
Montabert-Leaders in hydraulic breakers in South Africa
Doosan Infracore Construction Equipment is an industry leader in the engineering, manufacturing, and marketing of compact and heavy construction equipment. […]
Billions lost to poor performing contractors
Lack of consequences for poor performance and transgressions on the part of contractors remains a significant hurdle to tackling South […]
Christopher (Chris) Campbell appointed as CESA CEO
Consulting Engineering South Africa (CESA) has announced the appointment of Christopher (Chris) Campbell as its new Chief Executive Officer. Campbell […]
Public roads jobs making a difference
In a country grappling with high numbers of unemployment, public works programmes such as construction and rehabilitation of roads is […]
South Africa’s greenest buildings recognised
Awards for South Africa’s top-rated Green Star SA buildings, as well as for the country’s top-rated building professionals have been […]
S African govt’s ranking rises among global infrastructure owners
The South African government has been ranked thirty-third out of this year’s top 500 global infrastructure owners, up two places […]
CPI shows it support for the global series of African concrete events
Concrete Plant International (CPI), the trade journal for the concrete industry, has just signed an agreement with the African Construction […]
PMSA sponsoring the 4th annual African Construction and Totally Concrete Expos
PAN MIXERS SOUTH AFRICA (PMSA) are a silver sponsor of the event where the world meets Africa’s construction, concrete and […]
India’s Modi pitches ‘partnership of prosperity’ to Africa
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned on the charm for African leaders on Thursday, promising $10-billion in credit to back […]
SA construction firms to restructure as market demand tumbles
During a Macquarie Group CEO construction conference in Johannesburg, firms in South Africa outlined their restructuring strategies in a bid […]
LiuGong’s largest wheel loader series debuts in South Africa
LiuGong is a world-class quality and engineering firm that started trade in 1958 and now prides themselves in producing machines […]
R20m pilot project to grow small business
Government has introduced a R20 million project to help small, medium and micro-sized enterprises (SMMEs) grow sustainably.The Enterprise Development Pilot […]
Construction a new wax plant in South Africa begins
Construction work on the second phase of a new wax plant in Sasolburg, Mpumalanga, has begun. President and CEO of […]
Raubex to report rise in H1 earnings
Infrastructure development group Raubex expects to report an up to 10% increase in its earnings a share and headline earnings […]
SA, Mozambique focus on growing economy
A business forum for South Africa and Mozambique has been established to increase economic cooperation between the two countries. Speaking […]
CESA alarmed by water and sanitation challenges
Consulting Engineers South Africa (CESA) is alarmed by the continuing water and sanitation challenges at Madibeng Local Municipality, in North […]
First commercially viable biogas plant in South Africa begins operation
The first commercially viable biogas plant in South Africa has begun supplying renewable energy to automotive manufacturer BMW. A year ago, […]
Increased demand for adjudicators in the construction sector
There is likely to be increased demand for trained adjudicators as a result of the implementation of Construction Industry Development […]
GIBB undertakes feasibility study for O R Tambo Airport
GIBB Engineering, South Africa’s leading black-owned engineering consulting firm, recently completed a feasibility study to evaluate and investigate the construction […]
CHRYSO international expansion
In 2014 a JV between CHRYSO and its Algerian partner Hydipco was set up in Algiers. It was intended to […]
Govt infrastructure spend continues to grow, albeit slower
Government’s investment in infrastructure will continue to grow, but not as rapidly as in the past, with the focus shifting to improving value for money in infrastructure delivery,
Aveng to repay A$112m advance for Queensland JV gas project
The Queensland Curtis Liquefied Natural Gas (QCLNG) pipeline and facilities project has requested the repayment of the remaining A$112-million advance […]
African Construction and Totally Concrete Expos prepares industry and government for urbanisation rates of 74% by 2035
African Construction and Totally Concrete Expos, Africa’s biggest gathering of qualified buyers and sellers for the cement, concrete and construction […]
Sika expands its footprint in Africa
Sika is opening its first concrete admixture and mortar production facilities in Nigeria and Ivory Coast. The global speciality chemicals […]
School of Concrete Technology prepares for busy 2016
The 2016 Education Programme of the School of Concrete Technology (SCT), operated by The Concrete Institute, is now available. John […]
President Zuma opens N2 Gateway project
President Jacob Zuma says government’s efforts to restore the dignity of the residents of Langa through the roll-out of integrated […]
ECSA says disciplinary action could follow bridge-collapse probe
The Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) reported on Thursday that it would decide whether to take disciplinary action against […]
Waco International postpones listing after scaffolding collapse
South Africa’s Waco International Holdings, a firm in the construction equipment sector, has postponed its planned listing on the stock […]
Third death in Grayston Bridge collapse reported
The City of Johannesburg has received a report of a third death following the collapse of a bridge over the M1 highway near Sandton.
Township businesses to get govt contracts
The Gauteng Provincial Government has committed to giving qualifying township-based businesses all contracts under R500 000. Gauteng MEC for Economic […]
M&R probing Sandton bridge collapse
Murray & Roberts, the company responsible for the construction at the M1 highway where a temporary bridge collapsed on Wednesday, […]
Death, injury toll in Grayston collapse rises
Johannesburg Mayor Parks Tau on Wednesday evening announced that two people had died and 23 others were injured when a […]
PPC Cement and SA Housing Club changing lives
While the appetite for home ownership is strong among lower to middle-income earners, access to affordable housing is hampered by […]
Housing emerging as key market for South African engineering sector
While the pipeline of infrastructure projects promised under government’s National Development Plan remains largely empty, the country’s housing and human […]
Human Settlements, Basa ink new housing deal
The Department of Human Settlements (DHS) and the Banking Association of South Africa (Basa) have revived a MoU to tackle […]
South Africa: Dedisa Peaker Power Project begins operation
Commercial operation has begun at the independent gas-fired Dedisa Peaker Power Project in South Africa. The 335 MW gas-fired plant […]
GIBB paving the way to the future
GIBB, South Africa’s leading black-owned engineering consulting firm, in association with the National Department of Transport (NDoT),
FNB launches platform to aid entrepreneurial global expansion
Banking giant FNB is preparing to launch a forum that will facilitate networking opportunities and amass industry experts for potential […]
South Africa’s power grid needs $15bn boost for new energy production
South Africa’s ageing electricity transmission grid needs investment of $15-billion by 2022 to help cope with increased new energy production, […]
Traffic congestion costs SA over R1bn
New forms of mobility are needed to ensure the escalating cost of traffic congestion is brought to a halt, Johannesburg […]
South Africa to retain investment grade, but fate of peers sounds warning
The recent downgrade to junk of South Africa’s emerging market peer Brazil is a timely warning that ratings agencies and […]
Public Works starts phase two of turnaround strategy
The Department of Public Works (DPW) and its Property Management Training Entity (PMTE), has now moved into the second phase of the department’s turnaround plan,
SA back in top 50 of global competitiveness
Improvements in “technological readiness” helped South Africa reverse a four-year decline and leapfrog seven positions to land back into the […]
Township Awards to recognise small business excellence
Gauteng entrepreneurs could win cash injections of up to R1-million, as well as mentorship and incubation from established businesses, by […]
SA’s first biobulk waste water treatment plant to be commissioned
South Africa’s first Biobulk waste water treatment plant in South Africa will be commissioned in March 2016.Veolia Water Technologies South […]
Civil construction confidence remains weak
The slowdown in construction activity is likely to deepen for the rest of this year and into 2016 if demand […]
Saint-Gobain Gyproc, launches a mobile demonstration station
With the growing need to facilitate onsite training and increase accessibility and technical support to the Saint-Gobain Gyproc product portfolio, […]
South Africa ranks third in international budget index
South Africa was ranked third in the International Budget Partnership’s (IBP’s) 2015 Open Budget Index (OBI) survey, which measured governments’ […]
South Africa idyllic platform to venture into Africa
South Africa’s established infrastructure and its sophisticated accounting, banking, medical and legal environments, leverages the country as the ideal platform […]
R1.4 trillion for SA infrastructure
South Africa is investing R1.4 trillion into infrastructure projects, says Gauteng MEC for Economic Development, Environment, Agriculture and Rural Development, […]
Black Business Council appoints new CEO
The Black Business Council (BBC) has appointed Mohale Ralebitso CEO, effective October 1. Ralebitso, a BA Honours graduate from the […]
Investment in green buildings is economically viable- GBCSA
Green buildings outperform their conventional counterparts by almost 30%; the IPD South Africa Annual Green Property Indicators 2014 report shows The […]
Greenfield project to start in SA beneficiation program
Described as a tangible example of its reindustrialisation and mineral beneficiation agenda, government on Friday broke ground on a R267-million […]
Gold Reef City revamp nears completion
Tsogo Sun’s refurbishment and expansion of Gold Reef City Casino is nearing completion. This sizeable investment in the property is in […]
SA Q3 business confidence falls, led by retailers
South Africa’s business confidence index extended losses to its weakest since late 2011 in the third quarter of this year, […]
Masterclasses to tackle construction industry matters
Two Masterclasses will be held at the upcoming Master Builders South Africa (MBSA) Congress, taking place
Architects and designers to shape South Africa’s urban landscape
How can architects and designers shape South Africa’s urban landscape for positive social change and economic development? Remarkable developments and […]
DHS to launch catalytic projects across South Africa
The Department of Human Settlements (DHS) will launch 77 “catalytic projects” across the country, which will allow it to achieve […]
Moody’s investors expects SA to avoid recession in 2015
The South African government on Wednesday welcomed Moody’s Investors Service’s decision to affirm South Africa’s sovereign ratings and maintain a […]
Central Supplier Database to reduce duplication of costs
This Central Supplier Database (CSD) was launched by Finance Minister Nhlanhla Nene on Tuesday.Speaking at the launch of the CSD […]
Megaprojects require crucial planning to ensure success
Megaprojects are often over budget and delayed and project planning is a crucial element in ensuring the successful delivery of […]
‘Gas energy signifies major opportunity for SA’ – McKinsey
Global management consultancy McKinsey & Company argues that South Africa should urgently pursue a ‘big gas’ energy option to bridge […]
Construction group Basil Read returns to profit
Construction group Basil Read on Friday reported that it had returned to profit, but CEO Neville Nicolau also noted that […]
Medupi power plant to grow SA’s economy
The completion of Medupi is expected to grow South Africa’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by about 0.35% a year, says […]
New set of performance standards introduced for contractors
The Gauteng Department of Human Settlements has introduced a new set of performance standards for contractors in a bid to manage under-performance in the industry.
Murray and Roberts warns of weak demand for commodities
Construction group Murray & Roberts (M&R) reported a fall in earnings, revenues and orders during the year to June 30, […]
Finance minister to launch a new Central Supplier Database
Finance Minister Nhlanhla Nene will launch the Central Supplier Database (CSD) next Tuesday in East London at the Industrial Development […]
6 Women involved in SA road reconstruction work projects
Six young women will be involved in the construction projects come from Maitland Garden Village, Langa and Gugulethu after being appointed to be part of the Expanded Public Works Programme
Hot off the press … 2016 sales prospectus now available for download
The African construction industry is the vital foundation necessary to support the continent’s infrastructural development requirements. The outlook for Africa’s […]
African Ports Evolution brochure and programme now available
Hot off the press! African Ports Evolution brochure and conference programme now available. Access the latest agenda, speaker line up, […]
Cheap imports from China hurting South Africa’s steelmakers- O’Flaherty
ArcelorMittal South Africa is willing to cap its profit margin if the government imposes duties of up to 10% on […]
BASF South Africa and Sub-Sahara launches social media presence
BASF in South Africa and Sub-Sahara is expanding its online communication activities by launching its presence on social media platforms […]
Burgan Cape Terminal will become operational in 2017
Cape Town’s new independent fuel storage, distribution and loading facility, in addition to a petroleum pipeline, will become operational in […]
Newly built SA biogas plant increases energy production
The biogas plant, located in the Uilenkraal dairy farm in the Western Cape, has achieved a 1.5GWh electricity production in […]
CESA/Aon Excellence Awards winners announced
In a celebration of innovation, quality, outstanding workmanship and professionalism in the consulting engineering sector, Consulting Engineers South Africa (CESA) […]
Aveng adjusts expected year-end losses downwards
JSE-listed Aveng on Friday revised its expected 2015 financial results further downwards amid challenging economic conditions in domestic and foreign […]
Construction starts on R84m Coega processing facility
The Coega Development Corporation (CDC) has started construction on the R86-million multi-user processing and value-addition facility in Zone 3
‘Steel protection cannot lead to price increase’
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) director-general Lionel October has confirmed that various processes are at an advanced stage to […]
S African economy faces instability – Kganyago
South Africa’s economy faces a turbulent time ahead as the prospect of interest rate normalisation in the United States and […]
2016 African Construction and Totally Concrete Expos receives industry support
The African Construction and Totally Concrete Expos 2016 is the cement, concrete and construction event trusted by the industry. Next […]
Carbon tax in South Africa set for mid-2016 introduction
Implementation of carbon tax in South Africa was set for mid-2016, said National Treasury chief director of economic tax analysis […]
‘South Africa should look to the sub-Saharan for growth’
South African firms should shift their expansionary strategies northwards, targeting the growing economies of sub-Saharan Africa that were increasingly buttressed […]
‘Private sector is a key component to transforming a city’
Concrete.TV interviewed Rashiq Fataar, Founder of Our Future Cities NPO, to discuss the urban development, design and spaces within the city […]
Announcement: Marley Building Systems acquires Lafarge SA Gypsum
Marley Building Systems is pleased to announce the acquisition of the South African Gypsum business of Lafarge. This acquisition is […]
Competition Commission prohibits Raubex from acquiring OMV
The Competition Commission said on Tuesday that it had prohibited Raumix Aggregates, a subsidiary of the Raubex Group, from acquiring […]
Emerging social order will see Africa build its megacities
The emerging social order will see Africa build its megacities; however, South Africa’s economic powerhouse, Johannesburg, would likely fall by […]