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Infrastructure

Infrastructure refers to the fundamental physical and organisational systems and facilities necessary for the operation of a society, economy or enterprise. It encompasses a broad range of sectors including transport (roads, railways, ports and airports), energy (power generation, transmission and distribution networks), water and sanitation (treatment plants, pipelines and sewerage systems), telecommunications (fibre-optic networks, mobile towers and data centres) and social infrastructure (schools, hospitals and public buildings). In the African context, infrastructure development is widely recognised as a critical enabler of economic growth, industrialisation and poverty reduction. Many African countries face significant infrastructure deficits, with inadequate road networks, unreliable electricity supply, limited access to clean water and underdeveloped digital connectivity constraining business activity and quality of life. Governments, development finance institutions and private investors are increasingly prioritising infrastructure projects to address these gaps, often through public–private partnerships and regional integration initiatives. Infrastructure investment is capital-intensive and typically requires long-term planning, regulatory frameworks and maintenance programmes to ensure sustainability. Challenges such as loadshedding in the electricity sector highlight the consequences of underinvestment and ageing infrastructure. The African Union's Programme for Infrastructure Development in Africa and various national infrastructure plans aim to coordinate and accelerate the delivery of critical projects across the continent. Infrastructure quality and availability are key determinants of competitiveness, trade facilitation and the ability to attract foreign direct investment.

Infrastructure News


Boats and ships near the Strait of Hormuz
Hormuz could be 'redundant' in five years, replaced by new routes, HSBC CEO says
20th October 2026 By: Reuters

Investment in alternative logistics routes in the Gulf to mitigate the impact of the Iran war could make the Strait of Hormuz "redundant" in the next five years, HSBC Group CE Georges Elhedery said... 


South Africa Wants an Infrastructure Boom. But Who Is Going to Build It?
19th October 2026

The news that Concor, formerly Murray & Roberts Construction, has entered business rescue should concern every South African who believes infrastructure development is central to our country's... 


Southern African Institute of Steel Construction CEO Amanuel Gebremeskel
SAISC confirms fabricating members being negatively affected by structural steel shortages
9th October 2026 By: Terence Creamer

The Southern African Institute of Steel Construction (SAISC) has confirmed that its fabricating members have experienced supply constraints following the closure of ArcelorMittal South Africa's... 


S Africa’s road safety crisis cannot be engineered into compliance
9th October 2026

In July this year, the revised National Road Safety Strategy (NRSS) was introduced, placing renewed emphasis on a goal that has proved “stubbornly difficult” to achieve: significantly reducing road... 


Increasing the number of PPP in South Africa
5th October 2026

South Africa has significant experience with PPPs, but the pace of new transactions have been limited.  According to National Treasury, 35 PPP projects have been completed in South Africa since the... 


Increasing the number of PPP in South Africa
2nd October 2026

South Africa has significant experience with PPPs, but the pace of new transactions have been limited.  According to National Treasury, 35 PPP projects have been completed in South Africa since the... 


Keith Webb, senior investment banker at Rand Merchant Bank, and Liz Kolobe, partner at Agile Capital,
Ownership structures can shape how an industrial business grows, accesses capital
28th September 2026

Rand Merchant Bank and Agile Capital look at the capabilities, growth strategies and market opportunities that enable industrial businesses to build sustainable long-term value. 


GIBB Group Marks 70 Years Of Engineering, Architecture And Investment Solutions
GIBB Group Marks 70 Years Of Engineering, Architecture And Investment Solutions
23rd September 2026

For 70 years, GIBB Group has helped shape South Africa through the engineering expertise, infrastructure and partnerships that enable communities, industries and economies to thrive. Founded in... 


The above image depicts a series of pipes in a wastewater treatment facility
Single-tier model could strengthen government delivery – institution
11th September 2026

Having analysed the Draft White Paper on Local Government, civil engineering professional body the South African Institution of Civil Engineering (SAICE) notes that it has correctly identified... 


President Cyril Ramaphosa addressing the Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium South Africa conference virtually
New ‘Construction Book’ features 110 projects for procurement in next 12 to 18 months
11th September 2026 By: Terence Creamer

The third edition of South Africa’s ‘Construction Book’, which lists 110 infrastructure projects that are expected to enter procurement over the coming 12 to 18 months, has been released by... 


Award recipients
Cesa honours South Africa’s leading engineering talent, projects
11th September 2026 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

Industry body Consulting Engineers South Africa (Cesa), in partnership with global professional services firm Aon South Africa, celebrated the country’s leading engineering talent and projects at... 


Building SA's future: SAICE celebrates the people driving engineering excellence
9th September 2026

As infrastructure investment gains momentum, the SAICE National Awards 2026 recognised engineers, young professionals, mentors and industry leaders shaping South Africa's future. As South Africa... 


Voisey Bay mine in Newfoundland and Labrador
Canadian gov signs project streamlining agreement with Newfoundland and Labrador
9th September 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

An agreement signed between officials of Canada and province Newfoundland and Labrador will enable a "one project, one review" approach, providing a streamlined assessment process that minimises... 


Steel smelting
Indian steel prices set to rise further on coking coal costs, demand revival
8th September 2026 By: Reuters

Indian steel prices are expected to rise further in the coming weeks as a post-monsoon pickup in infrastructure and automotive demand tightens the market while higher coking coal costs lift... 


LIGHT IN THE DARK
SAISC has sought to expedite waiver adjudications where structural steel sections are temporarily in short supply. It has mobilised all the major associations that represent the steel manufacturing industry to support its efforts
Institution looks to waiver adjudications to address shortages
4th September 2026 By: Nadine James

To help combat the current structural steel shortage in South Africa, industry body the Southern African Institute of Steel Construction (SAISC) CEO Amanuel Gebremeskel says the organisation is... 


South African President Cyril Ramaphosa speaking at the launch of Phase 3 of the Government-Business Partnership
Govt, business pin hopes of 3% growth on mining, farming, tourism and infrastructure
4th September 2026 By: Terence Creamer

The four sectors of mining, agriculture, tourism and infrastructure have been selected under Phase 3 of the Government-Business Partnership as the platforms for raising South Africa’s growth to 3%... 


Bolstering project preparation to fast track SA’s infrastructure development pipeline
Bolstering project preparation to fast track SA’s infrastructure development pipeline
1st September 2026

Project preparation - once a stumbling block in the way of critical infrastructure development - has been significantly improved in South Africa, paving the way for the faster implementation of... 


Incoming Invest in Canada chairperson Dominic Barton
Canadian Prime Minister announces new leaders of Invest in Canada to drive ambitions
1st September 2026 By: Marleny Arnoldi

In response to a rapidly changing global trade landscape and to help reach a targeted $1-trillion of total investment in Canada over the next five years, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has... 


URBAN DESIGN
The LiBER GRID is Water Sensitive Urban Design-compliant with optimised flow-rate capabilities that integrate with modern sustainable drainage systems
Flush-mount grids secure drains
28th August 2026

By introducing a flush-by-design, precision-seated system, stormwater solutions company LiBER GRIDS eliminates the physical gaps that cause loose drainage infrastructure grids to shift, rattle and... 


The Gamsberg project
Aveng returns to operating profit, appoints new CEO as focus remains on restoring fundamentals
24th August 2026 By: Sabrina Jardim

JSE-listed Aveng has reported revenue of A$2.3-billion, or R26.4-billion, for the year ended June 30, which was 12.4% lower than the prior year, reflecting the anticipated softening of... 


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