Construction

Since its launch in June 2022, civil engineering professional body South African Institution of Civil Engineering’s (SAICE’s) newest engineering community platform SAICE Connect has proven to be a... 

South Africa's construction industry has spent years grappling with skills shortages. Now, a less visible challenge is emerging. As project environments become increasingly digital, many young... 

Atlas Copco has expanded its DrillAir portfolio of portable air compressors with the launch of a solution designed for demanding drilling applications in Africa, Australia and New Zealand, Central... 

There is a growing demand for mobile, modular trailer solutions that address infrastructure backlogs and rising project costs, says Waco Modular MD Gerhard Britz. “Businesses are under immense... 

Following positive developments in South Africa’s surface mining and quarrying sector from mid-2025 to year-end, recent international geopolitical turmoil has stymied any further growth in the... 

Big 5 Construct South Africa and South Africa Infrastructure Expo, featuring Transport Evolution Africa, open next week, from 9 – 11 June at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg,... 

This week we profile Darryn Jacobs, MD of SkyJacks, which offers a range of access and lifting equipment and related services  

South Africa is heading into one of its biggest construction periods in decades. At the South Africa Infrastructure Investment Summit in May 2026, President Cyril Ramaphosa made it clear that... 

As South Africa ramps up infrastructure investment and increases private sector participation, projects are becoming more complex, multi-stakeholder dependent and time sensitive. Despite this... 

RIB BuildSmart address the real pain points faced by building contractors, such as tight margins, high subcontractor volumes, site-to-office disconnects, and managing multiple overlapping projects... 

South Africa Infrastructure Expo returns from 9 – 11 June 2026 at Gallagher Convention Centre, Johannesburg, this year expanding to include Transport Evolution Africa. The events connect government... 

A range of GCP waterproofing membrane solutions are available from Chryso Southern Africa to contractors and engineers on construction projects across Africa. Solutions in the range include... 

In recent months, there has been increased focus on the phased implementation of the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Amendment Act 10 of 2022. Although COIDA does not form part... 

The small-scale surface mining and opencast sector is contending with complex challenges – including lower affiliated commodities demand and illegal mining – which are hindering the industry’s... 

SKF LGCC 2 general‑purpose grease is specially engineered to ensure water resistance and rugged protection against corrosion. In addition, its low‑temperature fluidity helps ensure consistent... 

Pilot Crushtec has been recognised as Metso’s Best Dealer in the EMEA region, a prestigious international award that highlights the company’s strong performance, customer support capabilities and... 

Global professional services company Turner & Townsend has completed its strategic acquisition of Profica, a Johannesburg-headquartered consultancy specialising in real estate project management... 

Africa’s mining, aggregates and construction sectors will gain a productivity and efficiency boost with the arrival of the Metso Lokotrack LT400J - now available through crushing, screening and... 

Following a number of fatal construction site accidents in the past 20 months, Master Builders Association (MBA) North has called for urgent measures to improve oversight and accountability in the...