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South African cities are rapidly growing
[Shamin Chibba] South Africa is urbanising at a rapid pace and its major cities are taking the most strain. Its five major cities are home to over 15 million residents... read


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KZN Institute for Architecture calls for removal of spatial barriers
Ruben Reddy, president of the KwaZulu-Natal Institute for Architecture (KZNIA), says it is clear that widespread, vibrant and sustainable economic growth and accessible opportunity is central to meaningful job creation, poverty reduction and narrowing of the wealth disparity gap... read
Why the dark world of High-Rise is not so far from reality

Nick Dunn

The new film adaption of J G Ballard's classic 1975 novel High-Rise has been a while coming. Much like the power-cuts that interrupt life in the novel's namesake, various attempts to translate the book for cinema have been erratic, and ultimately failed... read
Construction & Engineering
Survey indicates continued moderation in civil construction activity
The FNB/BER Civil Confidence Index lost 14 points to register a level of 28 in the first quarter of 2016. This is the lowest value since the end of 2011... read
SMEs in construction industry can support Africa's growth
Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the construction industry face various challenges, such as lack of financial and technical capacity, lack of access to construction projects and information, and poor cash flow due to slow payment from government... read
Sustainable Development
Why low-carbon urban development in African cities makes economic sense

Sarah Colenbrander, Andrew Sudmant, Andy Gouldson

East Africa is home to some of the world's fastest growing cities, with the urban population increasing by 4.35% each year. .. read
Utilities
New bulk water scheme launched in KZN
Water and Sanitation Minister Nomvula Mokonyane has urged the beneficiaries of the Lower Tugela Bulk Water Supply Scheme to save and reuse water... read
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