Author: Staff Writer
AUTOMATED BRICK-MAKING PLANT SLASHES REMOTE-LOCATION BUILDING COSTS
Transport is a major construction cost; the further the delivery, the greater the cost.
Take the case of bricks and blocks. If the building site i [...]
POSITIVE ECONOMIC SHIFTS FOR SA?
Despite ongoing challenges in the construction sector, South Africa’s economic outlook is showing encouraging signs of improvement.
This was one o [...]
WINNING THE FIGHT AGAINST CORRUPTION
Master Builders Association Western Cape (MBAWC) has joined the counteroffensive against the so-called “construction mafia” terrorising legitimate bui [...]
GAUTRAIN EXPANSION BOOST FOR GAUTENG
By Calvin Nchabeleng, partner & Tshepang Mphela, associate from Webber Wentzel
The Department of Roads and Transport in Gauteng recently issued a [...]
CAPE TOWN’S CONRADIE PARK IS URBAN DESIGN PIONEER
The site of Cape Town’s old Conradie Hospital is today buzzing with the sounds of a community being built, with over 1,250 families now enjoying new h [...]
RESPONSE TO ARTICLE ON WHEELBARROWS
I know the article in your Jan/Feb 2025 issue’s main emphasis is "you pay for what you get" regarding the products durability but contractors should [...]
SAINT-GOBAIN REAFFIRMS ITS COMMITMENT TO AFRICA
Saint-Gobain Africa recently announced its renewed commitment to the African continent through a new unifying program – Make it in Africa to Build Afr [...]
A HAT TRICK OF SUCCESS FOR SA’S MOST POPULAR TRUCK MANUFACTURER
Daimler Truck Southern Africa (DTSA) claims Top Employers Automotive Industry Leader for the third consecutive time.
The Top Employers Institute r [...]
CONTRACTORS FAVOURITE BAKKIE GETS ABS
JAC Motors recently announced the addition of ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) to its popular X200 2.8L TDI 1.5-tonne single-cab to further enhance safe [...]
DELIVERING SUCCESS IN THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
Achieving successful project delivery without cutting corners is not only possible but necessary for creating a sustainable future.
For constructi [...]