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25 Apr

25 April 2024: In an ever-evolving transport sector, the need for workforce diversification has sometimes come at the expense of experience. In low and middle-income countries (LMICs), retaining critical engineering skills is an ongoing challenge, with professionals often lured away by high-tech, high-income nations. While young engineers bring fresh perspectives and innovative ideas, the absence of seasoned guidance can lead to unintended consequences....

11 Apr

11 April 2024: The first session on Day 3 of the conference focused on AFSA’s journey to becoming an international player in arbitration. The creation of the China-Africa Joint Arbitration Centre (CAJAC) played a significant role and the current development of the BRICS initiative with AFSA broadening international horizons places Southern African arbitration firmly on the world stage....

10 Apr

10th April 2024: Speaking at the gala dinner event held on Day 2 of the Arbitration Foundation of Southern Africa’s (AFSA’s) inaugural Johannesburg Arbitration Week (JAW), in welcoming Chief Justice Zondo, Michael Kuper SC, Chairman of AFSA stated, “It gives me great honour to introduce the man who the history of our country will regard as an icon of South Africa.”...

09 Apr

9 April 2024: Over 400 local, African and International delegates gathered at the Sandton Convention Centre on Tuesday 9th April 2024 for the inaugural Arbitration Foundation of Southern Africa’s (AFSA’s) Johannesburg Arbitration Week (JAW), to network, debate and hear 95 speakers covering 9 themes over 3 days with 12 co-hosts, 7 sponsors and over 25 supporting organisations. The theme for Day 1 of the conference was ‘From Africa There Is Always Something New’....

08 Apr

8 April 2024: In the wake of the upcoming national elections in South Africa, Chris Campbell, CEO of Consulting Engineers South Africa (CESA), highlights the critical importance of ensuring that infrastructure development and service delivery remains uninterrupted. Campbell stresses that regardless of the political landscape, the nation's progress and well-being depend on the continuous improvement and maintenance of its infrastructure....

26 Mar

26 March 2024: The South African Institution of Civil Engineering (SAICE) is pleased to announce the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Infrastructure South Africa (ISA) at the 2024 Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium South Africa (SIDSSA). The signing took place at the Century City Conference Centre, in Cape Town, marking a significant milestone in the collaboration between the two entities....

25 Mar

25 March 2024: The CESA Infrastructure Indaba witnessed an exchange of ideas, strategies, and insights, with the procurement of goods and services taking centre stage. Organised by the Consulting Engineers South Africa (CESA), the event brought together industry leaders, professionals, and stakeholders committed to driving innovation and excellence in infrastructure development, in Cape Town, from 19-20 March....

25 Mar

In his presentation at the recent MESA Africa conference, Neels van der Walt – Business Development Manager at Iritron, revealed the all-encompassing concept of SMOM - Smart Mining Operations Management and why it’s inextricably linked to the future of worldwide mining operations....