The construction landscape in South Africa has changed dramatically over the past few years. What was once a robust pillar of the economy is now a sector in distress, with prominent, large-scale construction companies either shutting down or teetering on the brink of collapse. Amidst this turmoil, Roelof van den Berg, CEO of the Gap […] The post Crumbling construction sector in need of urgent reform, says CEO appeared first on Cape Business News ..read more

Infrastructure Africa Business Forum Explores the Role of Special Economic  Zones and Industrial Development Zones in Driving Continental Growth  THE Infrastructure Africa Business Forum is set to delve into  a critical topic shaping the continent’s economic landscape: the role of Special Economic Zones (SEZs)  and Industrial Development Zones (IDZs) in propelling growth and development across […] The post SEZs can unlock economic potential – Infrastructure Africa  appeared first on Cape Business News ..read more

Friday, 26 April, Premier Alan Winde and Western Cape Minister of Infrastructure Tertuis Simmers ceremonially opened the newly upgraded N7 Refinery Interchange. Making the Western Cape roads safer and more efficient is a top priority of the Western Cape Government (WCG). “Given the fact that as many as 150 000 people are moving to the […] The post N7 Refinery Interchange officially opened appeared first on Cape Business News ..read more

The civil engineering sector remains a cornerstone of infrastructure development and economic growth, embodying a wide range of projects from roads and bridges to dams and urban development. Within this field, the Bargaining Council for the Civil Engineering Industry (BCCEI) plays a pivotal role in maintaining industrial harmony, setting standards and ensuring fair practices.  Lindie […] The post Importance of belonging to Bargaining Council for the Civil Engineering Industry appeared first on Cape Business News ..read more

As the CEO of Blok, a leading player in Cape Town’s urban property development landscape, Jacques van Embden has witnessed first-hand the transformative power of technology in shaping the city’s future. Jacques explores this trend and how, in recent years, Cape Town has been at the forefront of the smart city revolution, leveraging data and […] The post Cape Town’s Smart City Revolution: Building for the Future appeared first on Cape Business News ..read more

Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis has announced that Cape Town will outpace all other cities on infrastructure investments, with 130 000 construction-related jobs set to be created in the metro over three years. The City plans to invest more in infrastructure than all three Gauteng metros combined over the coming three-year Medium-Term Revenue Expenditure Framework (MTREF), […] The post Metro Budgets reveal Cape Town is making SA’s biggest infrastructure investment appeared first on Cape Business News ..read more

By Larry Claasen THE emergence of extortion rackets, commonly called the “construction mafia”, over the past few years has become a real threat to not only the sector but also the economy. “It is as big a danger to our sector as criminal activity, and in particular, extortion has been for many years now across […] The post The  “construction mafia” is not only a threat to the economy but also to the broader society – WCPDF appeared first on Cape Business News ..read more

The City of Cape Town’s Council approved the local spatial development framework (LSDF) for Maitland at its meeting on Wednesday 27 March. The LSDF was drafted in collaboration with the local community and business owners. The spatial vision intends to revitalise the area by guiding public infrastructure investment and unlocking developments that will assist with […] The post Council approves new spatial vision for Maitland appeared first on Cape Business News ..read more

Cape Town’s skyline is reaching new heights as The Rubik, a dazzling luxury apartment complex in the heart of the CBD, has reached the peak of its vertical ascent. With 27 levels of premium living and commercial spaces, The Rubik’s modern glass exterior promises residents and businesses unrivalled views of the city – from shimmering […] The post Development of Cape Town’s The Rubik nears completion  appeared first on Cape Business News ..read more

The construction sector has one of the biggest carbon footprints in the world. It is responsible for almost 40% of global CO2 emissions. The high emissions are not only based on fossil fuel driven energy consumption, also the reliance of concrete or steel as building materials has a very negative impact on the overall carbon […] The post The construction sector has one of the biggest carbon footprints in the world appeared first on Cape Business News ..read more