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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


Trust is the critical infrastructure that drives the economy – W Cape Property Development Forum
21st August 2026 By: Irma Venter

Trust is not simply a social value – it is the critical infrastructure that drives the economy, says Western Cape Property Development Forum (WCPDF) chairperson Deon van Zyl. Speaking at the... 


Driving Africa’s digital journey
Driving Africa’s digital journey
21st August 2026

Driving Africa’s digital journey Standard Bank Corporate & Investment Banking Executive VP for Telecommunications, Media & Technology (TMT) Client Coverage Kwanele Onyango is focused on partnering... 


South African President Cyril Ramaphosa speaking at the launch of Phase 3 of the Government-Business Partnership
Government and business pin hopes of 3% growth on mining, farming, tourism and infrastructure
20th August 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%... 


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BMI revises iron-ore price forecast downward to reflect weak global market activity, demand
19th August 2026 By: Lumkile Nkomfe

BMI, a Fitch Solutions company, is revising down its iron-ore forecast to an average of $99/t from $101/t previously, noting that strong downside risks remain as weak mainland Chinese activity... 


Infrastructure delivery is key to investor confidence – Standard Bank Corporate and Investment Banking
Infrastructure delivery is key to investor confidence – Standard Bank Corporate and Investment Banking
19th August 2026

South Africa’s infrastructure agenda has become one of the clearest tests of the country’s ability to convert national optimism into visible delivery, with implications for economic growth,... 


Western Cape unveils R132bn, 52-project pipeline
14th August 2026 By: Irma Venter

The priority projects in the Western Cape’s newly announced single integrated infrastructure pipeline currently consist of 52 projects to the value of R132-billion, says Western Cape Infrastructure... 


Construction cranes
Mali says mining-backed fund could unlock up to $800m for infrastructure projects
3rd August 2026 By: Reuters

Mali could leverage revenues from recent mining sector reforms to raise up to 500-billion CFA francs ($883.1-million) for energy, water and transport projects, its finance minister said, part of a... 


AfriSam invests in mobile production capacity
31st July 2026 By: Mariaan Webb

Construction materials supplier AfriSam is investing in mobile aggregate production equipment and concrete batching plants as major infrastructure projects increasingly emerge beyond South Africa’s... 


Registration with the BCCEI is determined by the nature of the work being undertaken, not the size of the contractor or project
Compliance Awareness Critical As Medium To Small Contractors Expand Into Civils Sector
30th July 2026

As infrastructure investment across South Africa increasingly shifts towards road rehabilitation, municipal wastewater upgrades and broader public infrastructure maintenance, a growing number of... 


South Africa's Infrastructure Crisis Has a Silver Lining: Meet the Engineers Fixing It
South Africa's Infrastructure Crisis Has a Silver Lining: Meet the Engineers Fixing It
24th July 2026

Water outages, ageing power infrastructure, potholed roads and failing municipal systems have become a daily reality for citizens across South Africa. Behind the headlines, however, is a less-told... 


An image of McKinsey and Company Johannesburg partner Gerhard Nel
Tech-driven project management key to bridging infrastructure gap
24th July 2026 By: Nadine Ramdass

While the African continent has a significant infrastructure project pipeline, as well as access to capital, the continent struggles to consistently turn investment into completed projects... 


SA's young award-winning engineer shares 10 practical tips to build a successful engineering career
SA's young award-winning engineer shares 10 practical tips to build a successful engineering career
22nd July 2026

South Africa urgently needs more engineers to help solve critical challenges in water, energy, transport, housing and municipal infrastructure. Yet, while thousands of engineering students graduate... 


 Steven Hawes, Chief Executive Officer of ED Platform
Measuring the Real Impact of Infrastructure
13th July 2026

The central question is no longer how much infrastructure we build, but whether it meaningfully improves lives.  Infrastructure is widely recognised as the backbone of economic development. But in... 


Photo of Terence Creamer
Measured ambition
10th July 2026 By: Terence Creamer

South Africa’s planned R1-trillion infrastructure programme is undoubtedly a chance to revive the struggling construction sector and to stimulate industrialisation. After more than a decade of weak... 


M&D signals confidence through new headquarters and regional expansion
9th July 2026

M&D Construction Group has marked a significant milestone in its 43-year history with the official opening of its new headquarters at 10 Kikuyu Road, Sunninghill, Sandton. Designed to embody the... 


A globe focused on Africa
Africa attracted investment in 2025; the challenge is turning it into broader industrial development – Unctad
7th July 2026 By: Schalk Burger

Foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows to Africa reached about $70-billion in 2025, which was below the exceptional $94-billion recorded in 2024, but was the third-highest number since 1990 and... 


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Infrastructure can be the catalyst that brings Africa together
3rd July 2026 By: Martin Creamer

That Africa cannot afford fragmented voices any longer was a point mining and energy luminary Mike Teke made when he addressed the Zimbabwe Chamber of Mines last month. We agree. Africa needs far... 


Managing Director for Arcus GIBB Nigeria and Technical Executive for GIBB South Africa, Wiero Vogelzang
The Art Of Managing Complex Projects Beyond Sa Borders
1st July 2026

As infrastructure projects across Africa continue to grow in scale, complexity and regional significance, the ability to successfully deliver across borders is becoming a critical differentiator... 


Tender for ECD Infrastructure Implementation Consultant
Tender for ECD Infrastructure Implementation Consultant
26th June 2026

Implementation Consultant (Firm) for the procurement of building infrastructure linked to early childhood centres in South Africa 


A construction site at dawn
More action, less talk – consulting engineers’ body
26th June 2026 By: Halima Frost

Despite numerous government announcements and budget allocations earmarked for new infrastructure projects in South Africa, the country’s engineering sector, now more than ever, requires action... 


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