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SA seeks to stimulate investment in electricity sector
South Africa is looking at ways to encourage investment in its electricity sector, as well as find ways to unlock investment potential, says Finance Minister Nhlanhla Nene... read more>>



Architecture & Design
Major refurbishment of Nelson Mandela Square
Nelson Mandela Square is currently undergoing a major refurbishment to restore the precinct as one of the premier lifestyle and dining destinations in Gauteng... read more>>
Building Materials & Equipment
Cashbuild reports second-quarter revenue up 13%
Cashbuild (CSB) increased revenue 13% in the second quarter ended December 2014 from the second quarter in the year-earlier period‚ the retailer of building materials said... read more>>
Construction & Engineering
Transnet Ports announces R9.65bn in infrastructure projects at Saldanha

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The Transnet National Port Authority (TNPA) on Monday, 26 January, announced R9.65bn in infrastructure projects at Saldanha Bay, which will enhance its ability to service the offshore oil and gas industry... read more>>
Sustainable Development
Building libraries by the book
Libraries are proving to be examples of restorative design at its best, with utmost attention paid to marrying human and environmental systems... read more>>
Corobrik sponsored houses handed over
Corobrik has sponsored two houses that were officially handed over to families living in Lindelani outside Galeshewe near Kimberley in the Northern Cape... read more>>
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