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AET focus in SLPs
The AET focus in SLPs remains an important way of uplifting mining communities. In addition to being rural and secluded, as well as poor, these areas have very high illiteracy levels. These communities are extraordinarily dependent upon mining for
ABET teaches English
ABET teaches your low and semi-skilled employees how to communicate effectively in English, the formal language of business. The fastest-spreading language in human history, English is spoken at a useful level by about 1,45-billion global citizens. Notably, there are
ARPL can address informalisation
The Artisan Recognition of Prior Learning (ARPL) model can help to address the rapid informalisation of the plumbing profession. At the same time, it is also a potential solution to the dire shortage of qualified plumbers in the country. Importantly,
Adult basic education and training or “ABET” builds communication bridges in the workplace
South Africa is a multilingual society, with the vast majority of the population preferring to communicate in languages other than English at home. Yet, English is the official language of business. This means that there are many South Africans who
Private sector helps government tackle South Africa’s illiteracy dilemma
South Africa has a significant illiteracy challenge that government is not able to tackle alone. To “break the back of illiteracy”, government also requires support from the private sector. Companies from various industries are playing their part by providing quality
OPBRC provides solutions to challenges encountered in road construction
Output and Performance-based Road Contracting (OPBRC) is improving efficiency and effectiveness of road asset management and maintenance in various African countries. Ghana is the latest country to adopt this innovative contracting model to help solve the challenges encountered with conventional
IWM projects key to meeting GHG reduction targets and solving SA’s waste crisis
To accelerate the implementation of integrated waste-management projects (IWM) in the country, there needs to be radical shift in culture and product design, as well as closer collaboration between the public and private sectors, government bodies and industries. This is
Chloride Mitigation in Reinforced Concrete Spray-Lock Concrete Protection (SCP) Improves Reinforced Concrete Strength and Durability by combating corrosion of reinforcing steel in many ways
Cutting-edge Spray-Lock Concrete Protection’s SCP technology has been used on many projects in South Africa and in other countries on the continent to enhance concrete strength and durability. Carl White, Managing Director of SprayLock Africa, explains how SCP mitigates chlorides
Quality workplace training keeps 3PLs in the fast lane
The transport industry plays a vital role in the economy. This fast-paced sector relies on proficient workers who, at the most basic level, can communicate efficiently and perform basic maths calculations. It is for this reason that leading industry participants
Adult Basic Education and Training or ABET as relevant today as ever before Adult literacy training empowers people throughout the Decades
Adult basic education and training or “ABET” in South Africa has evolved over many years. It is now even more relevant than before. This is considering the country’s exceptionally high levels of unemployment, especially among the youth, women and low
New and innovative thinking to address sub-Saharan Africa’s inadequate sanitation
The effectiveness of proper hygiene practices in managing the spread of the Covid-19 virus has highlighted the critical importance of appropriate sanitation and good hygiene practise in managing disease transmission. Considering the role that a simple behaviour, such as the
Cutting-edge IoT and ICT solutions help eliminate carbon headaches
Enterprising South African companies are harnessing the power of the internet of things (IoT) and information communications technologies (ICT) to significantly improve the measurement and management of their carbon (CO2) emissions. More have followed suit since the introduction of the
Surviving Cape Town’s “Drought of the Century” and water management beyond
Cape Town’s ‘Drought of the Century’ forever changed the City’s urban water management landscape. The Western Cape was declared a disaster area in May 2017 and the City of Cape Town (CoCT) faced severe level 6b water restrictions – up
Technology Paves the Way for Improved Monitoring and Evaluation
JG Afrika and its team of engineers and environmental scientists in Botswana are exploring the huge potential that technology can play in strengthening evaluation and monitoring of water and sanitation projects in remote areas. This is imperative to the long-term
MORE CHANGE-DRIVERS REQUIRED TO DESIGN SAFER ROAD INFRASTRUCTURE
South Africa has an extremely high road mortality rate and designing safer roads will therefore rely heavily on the ability to break traditional engineering boundaries. Many lessons and experiences can be gleaned and adapted from developed countries, such as the
Dijalo Facilities Management first to comply with FM Standard
South Africa is a global leader for publishing the first facility management (FM) standard against which local organisations and FM providers will be assessed for compliance and/or certification. Importantly, Dijalo Facilities Management is the first company to comply with the
JG Afrika helps SANRAL drive another strategic road upgrade
JG Afrika, a leading engineering and environmental consultancy, is overseeing the upgrade of a 48 km section of the N2 highway between Caledon and Riviersonderend in the Western Cape. The road serves as a vital link between the Eastern Cape
Together we will move South Africa forward
Cargo Carriers joins South Africans in recognising the importance of transport Cargo Carriers, the Johannesburg Stock Exchange-listed supply-chain solutions specialist, joins all South Africans in celebrating October Transport Month (OTM). This is when all industry stakeholders, including government, the private
“Green” measurement technologies break traditional barriers
Innovation is at the heart of the “green” revolution that focuses on mitigating the environmental impacts associated with mining, by reducing greenhouse gases, ecological footprints, chemical use and potentially harmful X-ray or nuclear emissions. This focus spans the exploration phases
Widespread corporate lapses highlight weaknesses in fraud detection
Business fraud is the outcome of a complex mix of conditions and motivations and, therefore, can only be effectively combatted through a strategy that also focuses on preventing this criminal behaviour. More organisations are adopting such an approach at a
Fit-for-purpose grade analysers assist leading PGM producer to improve recoveries
State-of-the-art grade analysers are assisting Northam Platinum to significantly improve platinum-group metal (PGM) recoveries at Booysendal North UG2 mine in the Bushveld Complex. Recent investigations at the operation confirmed that Blue Cube Systems’ grade analysers have reduced the response time
Precast concrete industry drives sustainable employment and skills development in construction
Leading participants in the precast concrete industry are creating sustainable employment opportunities, while contributing towards skills development in the South African construction sector. This stands out as a major industry milestone for Willie de Jager, managing director of Corestruc, a
A resolute commitment to SHEQ keeps fuels and chemical deliveries in the safe lane
Despite an extremely challenging economic climate, many South African companies are taking a longer-term outlook to business by only partnering reputable providers of specialist supply chain and transport logistics services. In so doing, these discerning businesses have harnessed expert skills
Engineering marvel at foot of Lions Head places JG Afrika at the top of SAICE Awards
It is more than just sheer magnitude and modern aesthetics that have placed a new residential development in a very affluent area of Cape Town in the spotlight. This new six-storey residence at 145 Kloof Road at the foot of
In the heart of an expanding logistics hub
By Quinton de Villiers It is certainly exciting times for any company located in the vicinity of OR Tambo International Airport in the larger Ekurhuleni area. This is considering the commitment both the Airports Company of South Africa (ACSA) and
Get your GIT in place!
There are still many operators that provide transport and logistical services without the necessary goods-in-transit insurance (GIT) in place, and this practice has been to the detriment of businesses. Quinton de Villiers, managing director of Bridgewater Logistics, a leading South
Old dame receives her makeover
The old South African Police Service (SAPS) storage facilities in Cape Town, Western Cape, have undergone important upgrades that have given them a completely new lease on life. This extensive overhaul was driven by the South African Department of Public
New civic centre showcases a better way to build
The Greater Giyani Municipality will soon take ownership of its new modern administration offices, with the second-and final phase of the development in the heart of the Giyani central business district now nearing completion. By February this year, HBC Construction
Concrete start on sports complex
Novel pre-cast concrete systems are helping municipalities accelerate the delivery of sports complexes to rural areas of the province. Since 2015, municipalities in Limpopo have prioritised the delivery of these essential services by overhauling existing and developing new infrastructure. This
Corestruc helps bridge the divide in Ga-Ntata
A highly-anticipated bridge construction programme will bring much-needed relief to poor rural communities in Limpopo’s Mopani District. The two new all-weather structures are being built on roads D3212 and D3213 at Ga-Ntata. They will replace an inadequate crossing over the
