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Could cutting-edge nanotechnology be the answer to cleaner drinking water in South Africa? 🔬💧 Researchers at Durban Univ...
27/11/2025

Could cutting-edge nanotechnology be the answer to cleaner drinking water in South Africa? 🔬💧

Researchers at Durban University of Technology (DUT) have developed a specialised magnetic powder capable of removing microplastics from water - a breakthrough that could revolutionise water treatment.

💬 “This magnetic cleaning powder binds microplastics, which can then be removed with a magnet - even in real drinking-water samples,” explain experts Riona Indhur, postdoctoral research fellow, and Sheena Kumari, water scientist, both at DUT.

The innovation removed up to - 94% of microplastics in tests, offering a practical solution where conventional filtration struggles.

Originally reported on The Conversation Africa , this could be a major step toward safer, cleaner water for communities across South Africa and beyond.

Read more: https://infrastructurenews.co.za/2025/11/27/can-a-specialised-magnetic-powder-remove-microplastics-from-drinking-water-the-answer-is-yes/

📡Real-time visibility is becoming essential to rebuild South Africa’s water future 💧. IOTDC is stepping into the sector ...
27/11/2025

📡Real-time visibility is becoming essential to rebuild South Africa’s water future 💧.

IOTDC is stepping into the sector with advanced IoT solutions designed to help utilities improve monitoring, reduce losses, and strengthen national water resilience.

💬“IOTDC was started to bring best-of-breed IoT solutions to the South African market,” says Tiaan Coetsee, CEO and co-founder of IOTDC. “We initially found success in the telco space, but soon expanded into mining and utilities. Entering the water sector was a natural step for us – the water sector is facing critical challenges that affects every citizen in the country.”

As utilities move toward smart, data-driven operations, IoT technologies will play a key role in ensuring transparency, accountability, and stable water supply for communities across South Africa.

🔗 Read more: https://infrastructurenews.co.za/2025/11/27/iotdc-real-time-visibility-to-rebuild-south-africas-water-future/

💧Water meters are more than just boxes by the curb - when they’re non-compliant or inaccurate, they’re quietly draining ...
27/11/2025

💧Water meters are more than just boxes by the curb - when they’re non-compliant or inaccurate, they’re quietly draining South Africa’s water supply and municipal revenue.

According to Conver-Tek (Pty) Ltd Managing Director Bevan Davis, and backed by insights from Davis & Deale, incorrect metering undermines efforts to manage water sustainably.

💬 “Non-compliant water meters are bleeding South Africa dry,” writes Bevan Davis.

If meters don’t meet regulatory standards (or if they age or under-register consumption), municipalities end up losing vast amounts of water - and citizens may get unfairly billed or suffer supply issues. It’s vital we insist on legally compliant, accurately calibrated meters to safeguard water infrastructure and support responsible consumption.

Read more: https://infrastructurenews.co.za/2025/11/27/non-compliant-water-meters-are-bleeding-south-africa-dry/

💧Groundwater could provide a lifeline for water-stressed towns across South Africa - if managed legally and responsibly....
27/11/2025

💧Groundwater could provide a lifeline for water-stressed towns across South Africa - if managed legally and responsibly.

According to the Borehole Water Association of Southern Africa (BWA), safe, certified borehole drilling can ease the pressure on municipal water systems.

💬 “Illegally tapping into municipal water supplies puts additional pressure on already strained systems,” says BWA president Derek Whitfield.

💬“More than 80% of South Africa’s towns depend on groundwater as their primary source of safe potable water. This situation emphasises the need in our country of more trained and certified borehole contractors,” adds Albertus Lombaard, BWA Drilling Division Technical Advisor.

Legal groundwater access - via properly drilled and certified boreholes - helps safeguard aquifers, secure safe potable water, and relieve overburdened municipal systems.

🔗 Read more: https://infrastructurenews.co.za/2025/11/27/legal-groundwater-use-could-ease-south-africas-growing-water-stress/

🛣️Strengthening South Africa’s roads for the long haul AfriSam continues to play a pivotal role in delivering durable, ...
26/11/2025

🛣️Strengthening South Africa’s roads for the long haul

AfriSam continues to play a pivotal role in delivering durable, future-ready roads across southern Africa. With their specialist stabilising cement solution, AfriSam is helping build resilient infrastructure that stands the test of time.

💬 “Its versatility across different soil types and project scales has made it a trusted choice for both urban and rural roads across southern Africa.” - Vishal Aniruth, Cementitious Executive at AfriSam

Quality road-building materials matter - and AfriSam’s commitment to performance and reliability ensures that both city highways and rural connectors meet their intended design and safety standards.

Want to learn more about this product? Read the break down here: https://infrastructurenews.co.za/2025/11/26/afrisam-roadstab-strengthening-south-africas-roads-for-the-long-haul/

💧South Africa’s water future just got a dose of realism - and responsibility - with the rollout of the revised national ...
26/11/2025

💧South Africa’s water future just got a dose of realism - and responsibility - with the rollout of the revised national water & sanitation norms. Under the updated regulations, new developments may not be connected unless wastewater systems can cope.

“In simple terms, you can’t connect new developments if your wastewater system cannot cope,” Ayesha Laher, director of AHL Water, explains. “This is an important step to prevent overloading already failing treatment works.”

This shift is vital to prevent further strain on overloaded systems, protect communities, and ensure sustainable growth and sanitation infrastructure across the country.

🔗 Read more: https://infrastructurenews.co.za/2025/11/26/navigating-the-revised-norms-and-standards/

🚆South Africa takes a major stride towards sustainable infrastructureTransnet SOC Ltd has entered a landmark partnership...
26/11/2025

🚆South Africa takes a major stride towards sustainable infrastructure

Transnet SOC Ltd has entered a landmark partnership with AFD - Agence Française de Développement, backed by the European Union (EU), to accelerate decarbonisation across ports, rail and pipelines. Under the agreement, AFD will provide a €300 million (≈ R6 billion) sustainability-linked loan to support Transnet’s clean energy initiatives and infrastructure revitalisation.

💬 “The funding package from AFD will assist us in revitalising our infrastructure while supporting the clean energy initiatives under the capital investment programme. In addition, this initiative will contribute significantly to supporting Transnet’s decarbonisation journey while actively exploring the company’s strategic role and potential opportunities within the green hydrogen value chain,” said Transnet Group CEO Michelle Phillips.

The funding also paves the way for modernising port infrastructure, rehabilitating 550 km of railway, and purchasing 300 GWh of renewable electricity per year - a key step toward South Africa’s low-carbon future.

🔗 Read more: https://infrastructurenews.co.za/2025/11/26/significant-partnership-between-transnet-and-the-french-development-agency-afd/

💧🌍 Groundwater doesn’t age like fine wine - and South Africa must rethink how we manage it.In a new analysis, the Water ...
26/11/2025

💧🌍 Groundwater doesn’t age like fine wine - and South Africa must rethink how we manage it.

In a new analysis, the Water Research Commission highlights why ageing aquifers and declining recharge rates demand urgent attention.

Yazeed van Wyk, Research Manager at the WRC, provides key insights into why groundwater must be actively monitored, protected and sustainably used to ensure long-term security.

🔗Read more: https://infrastructurenews.co.za/2025/11/26/groundwater-doesnt-age-like-fine-wine/

🛣️ is accelerating efforts to fix and maintain its road network, prioritising safety, mobility and economic growth.Fro...
26/11/2025

🛣️ is accelerating efforts to fix and maintain its road network, prioritising safety, mobility and economic growth.

From resurfacing key routes to addressing maintenance backlogs, the Province is investing in upgrades that will ease congestion and support communities and businesses alike.

🔗 Read more: https://infrastructurenews.co.za/2025/11/25/gauteng-focuses-on-fixing-roads

🚦🚗 is strengthening its commitment to road safety - with a bold goal to halve road fatalities by 2030."A new data-led ...
25/11/2025

🚦🚗 is strengthening its commitment to road safety - with a bold goal to halve road fatalities by 2030."

A new data-led safety programme is entering its next phase, enabling smarter, targeted interventions across the province.

Dr. Jonathan James, Programme Manager at The Impact Catalyst, explains:
💬 “This data allows us to target our interventions where they matter most. By integrating data from multiple departments, the Province can act with greater transparency, accountability, and precision.”

A major step forward for evidence-based policymaking and safer roads for all.

🔗Read more: https://infrastructurenews.co.za/2025/11/25/limpopo-commits-to-halving-road-fatalities-by-2030-as-data-led-safety-programme-enters-new-phase/

📢💧 Abstract submission deadline EXTENDED!The Water Institute of Southern Africa 2026 Biennial Conference & Exhibition h...
25/11/2025

📢💧 Abstract submission deadline EXTENDED!

The Water Institute of Southern Africa 2026 Biennial Conference & Exhibition has officially extended its call for abstracts to 5 December 2025.

If you’re a water professional, researcher, innovator or industry leader, this is your chance to contribute to one of South Africa’s most influential water sector gatherings.

Don’t miss out - submit your abstract and be part of shaping the future of water in SA.

Full details on submission requirements here: https://infrastructurenews.co.za/2025/11/25/wisa2026-biennial-conference-exhibition-call-for-abstracts-deadline-extended/

🚚🌍 A major boost for regional trade and logistics!Western Corridor Limited in Zambia has officially launched the fastest...
25/11/2025

🚚🌍 A major boost for regional trade and logistics!

Western Corridor Limited in Zambia has officially launched the fastest trade route to the Port of Walvis Bay, strengthening connections across the SADC region and reducing transit times for importers and exporters.

CEO Buks Jansen van Rensburg emphasised the importance of collective effort in realising the Mutanda–Kaoma road vision, saying:

💬“Let’s build more roads, let’s protect our roads and infrastructure and give support to the country and to all the communities.”

A significant step toward safer roads, improved transport efficiency and economic growth.

Read more: https://infrastructurenews.co.za/2025/11/25/fastest-trade-route-to-walvis-bay-port-launched-by-western-corridor-limited-in-zambia/

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InfrastructureNe.ws is a leading website with breaking news for the engineering and construction industries. It promotes the knowledge and practice of infrastructure development, maintenance and service delivery in Southern Africa The site contains vital information for all role players in the infrastructure development industries and for those in the financial services industry with an interest in infrastructure.