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R12m boost for J-Bay beaches
Image source: [[www.jeffreysbaytourism.org]]</span>The main beach area in Jeffreys Bay is set to undergo a facelift thanks to a financial boost of more than R12m from the Department of...
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Three cities that tackle modern civic problems successfully
With the rising global population showing no sign of decline, city planners the world over must approach the challenge of urban organisation and civic expansion with tightening limitations. While many...
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Bafikile Bonke Simelane appointed president of MBSA
Bafikile Bonke Simelane has been announced as president of Master Builders South Africa (MBSA) at the annual MBSA Congress in Durban. Simelane is the first black president of the organisation.
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Logistics the lifeblood of trade in Africa
As the biggest multi-industry site catering to a professional audience in Africa and South Africa, Bizcommunity is delighted to be media partner to the biggest port event in Africa.
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Four tips for selecting utility providers for your business
Although modern business is moving towards remote work and digital interactions, the majority of business owners build their companies within a physical space.
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Planned urbanisation can grow economy
© Sudhir Misra – [[www.123rf.com 123RF.com]]</span>If South Africa manages urbanisation well, it can reverse the apartheid spatial patterns and increase economic growth and social cohesion, says...
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Water dept procurement processes to be reviewed
© Kidsana Maimeetook – [[www.123rf.com 123RF.com]]</span>Water and Sanitation Minister Nomvula Mokonyane has appointed a task team to review procurement processes in the department.
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Here are the boxes to tick for compliance of landfill sites
Averda recently opened its new Vlakfontein landfill site which aims to make a significant contribution to the management of hazardous waste emanating from mining and industrial activity in the greater...
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City Power empowers engineering students
© HONGQI ZHANG – [[www.123rf.com 123RF.com]]</span>City Power has employed 24 electrical engineering students as part of its contribution to give unemployed youth much needed work experience.
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Cape Quarter - past, present, future
Image source: [[https://thecafesocietyhackcapetown.wordpress.com/]]</span>The Cape Quarter, through its evolution, aims to be one of the most iconic and desirable mixed-use centres in the Cape...
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Internet access facilitating bricks and mortar retail development
Future South African retail development is as much intertwined with the digital world as it is with bricks and mortar: small is the new big and a mix of convenience tenants (gyms, high-end shopping and...
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Neighbours and building plans
© Romolo Tavani – [[www.123rf.com 123RF.com]]</span>This article considers the legal standing of neighbours to object to, and prevent, the approval of building plans. It is important to...
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Angola's hydropower revolution presents environmental risks
If not carefully managed, hydro-electric schemes along Angola's Kwanza River could have severe environmental impacts. The infrastructural boon aims to double the country's power generation capacity...
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Marriott to open eco-friendly Element Hotel in Cairo
Element Cairo - The Gate Project</span>Marriott International has announced their plans to debut stylish eco-incubator brand, Element Hotels, in Egypt early in 2019. Element Cairo, located in...
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Renewables cheaper than coal - CSIR
© wajan – [[www.123rf.com 123RF.com]]</span>The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and energy experts have called for the Department of Energy to factor in the latest research...
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In Quito, the world meets to discuss the future of cities
© Kim Wilson – [[www.123rf.com 123RF.com]]</span>As the global population grows from seven to nearly ten billion by 2050, we will need to build the equivalent of a city of one million people...
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SA enters into water agreement with Italy
© Elena Larina – [[www.123rf.com 123RF.com]]</span>Water and Sanitation Minister Nomvula Mokonyane has signed a landmark water cooperation agreement with Italy.
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Stress on sustainability at UN Habitat conference
© HONGQI ZHANG – [[www.123rf.com 123RF.com]]</span>The UN Habitat III event got underway this week with a goal to establish a New Urban Agenda for the next 20 years.
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How should we plan the cities of tomorrow?
The UN estimates that more than six billion people will live in cities by the year 2045 - compared with fewer than four billion today. But these huge numbers hide subtle complexities. Every city is...
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All systems go for Northern Cape mega water project
© Péter Gudella – [[www.123rf.com 123RF.com]]</span>Water and Sanitation Minister Nomvula Mokonyane will on Friday, 21 October, turn the sod for the construction of the R18bn Vaal Gamagara Water...
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