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Stellenbosch University’s new biomedical research centre has a special focus on African health
17th April 2023 By: Rebecca Campbell

Stellenbosch University’s (SU’s) new R1.2-billion Biomedical Research Institute (BMRI) has a particular focus on diseases found in South Africa and more widely across Africa. For example, it has a... 


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Nutrition programme delivering the goods
17th March 2023

South African learners and schools continue to benefit measurably, meaningfully as a result of holistic health and nutrition initiative the Health in Action (HIA) programme. The number of children... 


WBHO reveals record order book, finally closes door on Australia chapter
17th March 2023 By: Irma Venter

Wilson Bayly Holmes-Ovcon (WBHO) revealed a record order book as the company earlier this month reported its financial results for the six months ended December 31. At about R26.5-billion, the... 


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Balwin launches R10bn Munyaka lifestyle estate development
2nd March 2023 By: Darren Parker

JSE-listed Balwin Properties has launched its Munyaka lifestyle estate development in Waterfall City, Gauteng. Munyaka, which means 'crystal' in Venda, has one of the largest man-made lagoons in... 


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WBHO reveals record order book; finally closes door on Aus chapter
1st March 2023 By: Irma Venter

Wilson Bayly Holmes-Ovcon (WBHO) this week revealed a record order book as the company reported its financial results for the six months ended December 31. At around R26.5-billion, the order book... 


IFC invests R1bn in Growthpoint’s green bond
14th December 2022 By: Schalk Burger

Development finance institution the International Finance Corporation (IFC) will invest R1-billion in a green bond issued by JSE-listed real estate investment trust Growthpoint Properties.... 


Afrimat’s third-quarter Construction Index shows strong uptick
Afrimat’s third-quarter Construction Index shows strong uptick
13th December 2022 By: Irma Venter

Construction sector activity moved strongly into positive territory in the third quarter of the year, with the latest Afrimat Construction Index (ACI) outperforming the overall economy. The latest... 


Construction sector ailing as govt’s infrastructure plan stalls – MBA North
2nd December 2022 By: Irma Venter

Following a harrowing two years for the construction sector, this year started with cautious optimism amid promises that a series of major infrastructure works would be fast-tracked, says Master... 


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Mining sector aims to reduce carbon emissions
2nd December 2022 By: Nadine Ramdass

Although the global mining sector has set ambitious targets to reduce its carbon emissions contribution, the sector needs to thoroughly evaluate how to go about meeting these targets amid various... 


There are signs of life in the local construction sector – CIDB
2nd December 2022 By: Irma Venter

There are some green shoots in the South African construction industry, despite predictions that the sector is facing imminent collapse, says Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) CEO... 


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Concrete steps towards decarbonisation in construction needed
2nd December 2022

As a significant contributor to global carbon emissions, the construction industry is being compelled to adopt more sustainable practices, especially if it is to meet climate change mitigation... 


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Just Transition requires a whole-of-society approach
2nd December 2022

The South African economy is dependent on fossil fuels for its energy needs. Therefore, a “Just Transition” requires a whole-of-society approach, says chemical engineering Emeritus Professor Eugene... 


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Decarbonised economy requires diverse approach
2nd December 2022 By: Nadine Ramdass

A decarbonised economy requires not only investment in renewable energy, but also exploring and integrating other options to decarbonise industrial processes that comprise about 75% of total carbon... 


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Office, retail sectors improving following downswing during pandemic
29th November 2022 By: Darren Parker

The ailing office space subsector of the property market is starting to see a recovery after Covid-19 caused thousands of companies to adopt work-from-home models to protect employees, resulting in... 


MBA North says its members being forced to condone unethical contractual practices
11th November 2022 By: Irma Venter

The Master Builders Association (MBA) North has issued a practice note for its members aimed at helping them fight back against what it calls unethical contractual practices that have become... 


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There are signs of life in the local construction sector – CIDB
10th November 2022 By: Irma Venter

There are some green shoots in the South African construction industry, despite predictions that the sector is facing imminent collapse, says Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) CEO... 


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L2D head office gets 6-star Green Star interior rating
9th November 2022 By: Schalk Burger

JSE-listed real estate investment trust Liberty Two Degrees (L2D) has been awarded a 6-Star Green Star Interiors V1 As built rating from the Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA) for its head... 


Construction sector ailing while government’s infrastructure plan stalls – MBA North
Construction sector ailing while government’s infrastructure plan stalls – MBA North
31st October 2022 By: Irma Venter

Following a harrowing two years for the construction sector, this year started with cautious optimism amid promises that a series of major infrastructure works would be fast-tracked, says Master... 


Ecolabelling system for South Africa’s construction sector launched
28th October 2022 By: Irma Venter

Agrément South Africa (ASA) has launched an ecolabelling system for building materials and products sold and used within the country, known as the ecoASA label. ASA is an entity of the Department... 


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MBA North warns against unethical contractual practices
14th October 2022 By: Irma Venter

The Master Builders Association (MBA) North has issued a practice note for its members aimed at helping them fight back against what it calls unethical contractual practices that have become... 


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AfriSam promotes use of extended cement products to reduce carbon footprint
13th October 2022 By: Darren Parker

Cement producer AfriSam is continuing to promote the reduction of clinker content in its composite cements as a way of reducing carbon emissions. As a long-time developer of composite or extended... 


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Firm to build 96 m mixed-use tower using hybrid timber technology in Zanzibar
4th October 2022 By: Schalk Burger

German-led engineering firm CPS is planning to build the highest green building in the world, a 28-storey apartment tower designed using hybrid timber technology, in Fumba Town. The design of the... 


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Waterfall precinct rebranded as Waterfall City
3rd October 2022 By: Darren Parker

The renowned 2 200-ha Waterfall precinct in Midrand, Gauteng, has officially been rebranded as Waterfall City. Waterfall Management Company CEO Willie Vos told Engineering News on a tour of the... 


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Govt, ASA launch ecolabelling system for the construction sector
3rd October 2022 By: Irma Venter

Agrément South Africa (ASA) has launched an ecolabelling system for building materials and products sold and used within the country, known as the ecoASA label. ASA is an entity of the Department... 


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Local growth vital for export capabilities
30th September 2022 By: Leah Shelene Asaram

For South Africa to become a net exporter of aluminium, local growth must take precedence, says Aluminium Federation of South Africa (Afsa) CEO Muzi Manzi. This can be achieved by developing... 


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Conference to map future role of aluminium
30th September 2022 By: Leah Shelene Asaram

This year’s International Aluminium Conference and Exhibition serves as a stepping-stone towards the vision of doubling local aluminium demand by 2030 by increasing local demand and exports of... 


Prototype waste-to-fuel pilot plant designed
30th September 2022 By: Halima Frost

In its drive to become a leading global supplier of green value from waste solutions, local waste solutions provider Explorius has designed its first coal fines and waste-to-fuel pilot plant for... 


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SA largest aluminium-producing country in Africa
30th September 2022 By: Leah Shelene Asaram

In 2021, South Africa produced about 720 000 t of refined aluminium, becoming the largest aluminium-producing country in Africa, says Aluminium Federation of South Africa (Afsa) CEO Muzi Manzi. “A... 


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Contamination at source affecting recycling
30th September 2022 By: Halima Frost

A substantial portion of plastic waste is not recycled and ends up in landfills, contributing greatly to plastics being regarded as the biggest environmental threat, says industry body Plastics SA... 


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Circular economy uptake addressed
30th September 2022 By: Halima Frost

The need for and uptake of the circular economy mindset by larger organisations locally and globally was addressed during a webinar hosted by the Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy... 


IFC supports Redefine's maiden green bond
20th September 2022 By: Schalk Burger

Development finance institution the International Finance Corporation (IFC) is the anchor investor of real estate investment trust Redefine Properties' green bond, which aims to promote... 


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SA economy shrank in second quarter, hit by KZN floods, load-shedding
6th September 2022 By: News24Wire

South Africa’s economy shrank by 0.7% in the second quarter of 2022, Statistics SA said on Tuesday. This is slightly better than expected. The median expectation among economists polled by a... 


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New Gauteng urban hub seeks to strike inclusivity, tech-savvy balance
26th August 2022 By: Darren Parker

The Lanseria smart city initiative, announced by President Cyril Ramaphosa in his 2020 State of the Nation Address, has steadily been gaining momentum over the past two years, despite setbacks... 


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Building activity boosted by office conversions – economist
19th August 2022 By: Irma Venter

The first five months of the year have seen a “remarkable improvement” in the value of buildings completed in the metros and larger municipalities, with the category for additions and alterations... 


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R16bn Harbour Arch development sees Tower 1 reach highest point
18th August 2022 By: Irma Venter

Tower 1 at Cape Town’s new Harbour Arch mixed-use precinct has topped out on the twenty-third floor, 95 m above ground – 30 months after breaking ground in January, 2020. “Reaching the highest... 


OpenSpace launches ‘Google Street View’ for construction projects
12th August 2022 By: Irma Venter

Stellenbosch-based Agile Business Technology (ABT) has partnered with US group OpenSpace to launch its 360° capture and artificial intelligence (AI) platform for construction projects in South... 


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