Environment

SANAS-accredited laboratory H2O Guru points to mid-year as the moment to book the annual water test that homes, farms and industry rely on. As South Africa moves through the middle of the year, water testing specialist H2O Guru is reminding households, farmers and industrial operators that mid-year is a practical moment to check the quality of the water they rely on every day. The SANAS-accredited laboratory analyses drinking, borehole and industrial water for clients across the country, and … [Read more...] about H2O Guru Urges Annual Water Testing as the Year Reaches Halfway

Dust-A-Side spotlights how its water-saving dust suppression and road management systems help South African mines and industrial sites cut costs and conserve resources. Dust-A-Side, a South African born dust control company with an international footprint, is drawing fresh attention this July to the water savings and operational gains that its dust management systems deliver for mines, quarries, and industrial sites. As operators across the country look for ways to run leaner and greener, the … [Read more...] about Dust-A-Side Puts Water Savings at the Heart of Road Dust Control

As the country moves through the middle of 2026, many operations teams are working through their mid-year safety reviews, and Afrisupply is using the moment to remind local businesses that spill response readiness deserves a place on that list. The company is a South African manufacturer and supplier of spill containment and hazardous material handling products, and it serves sites where fuels, oils, chemicals and other liquids are stored, moved and handled every day.Winter brings its own set of … [Read more...] about Afrisupply Highlights Locally Manufactured Spill Kits for Winter Operations

Executive Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis officially opened the Safe Passage Precinct, marking the beginning of South Africa’s first Inner-city street experiment. In a landmark move for transportation development in South Africa, Bree Street in Cape Town’s City Centre has undergone a bold six-month street experiment as part of the Safe Passage Precinct. Led by Young Urbanists NPC in partnership with the SDI Development Trust, and supported by sponsors including Adreach Group, the City of … [Read more...] about Safe Passage Precinct From Bree Street to the Nation: A New Urban Vision Takes Shape

Table of Contents Durban: With South Africa’s ongoing water scarcity pressures hitting KwaZulu-Natal households harder than ever, one of Durban’s most established plumbing companies is doing something about it. Plumbers Durban has announced the launch of a free water-saving plumbing audit programme for local homeowners across Durban and surrounding suburbs, aimed at helping residents cut water waste, lower their municipal bills, and protect their plumbing systems from the gradual damage … [Read more...] about Plumbers Durban Launches Free Water-Saving Plumbing Audits for Local Homeowners

Table of Contents Polokwane: Refinery Plumbing, one of Polokwane’s most recognised plumbing and bathroom installation companies, has announced a significant expansion of its commercial bathroom fitting services, with a specific focus on office parks, business complexes, and multi-unit commercial developments across the greater Polokwane area in Limpopo. The move responds to growing demand from property developers, facilities managers, and commercial landlords who are either fitting out new … [Read more...] about Refinery Plumbing Scales Up Bathroom Fitting Services for Polokwane Office Parks and Complexes

South Africans and thirsty Nelson Mandela Bay residents, the numbers are in, and they paint a critical picture of Nelson Mandela Bay’s water supply. Whilst one significant dam level has increased, the biggest leak isn’t in the Western Region; it’s in our municipal infrastructure. Here are the facts: 65% of Nelson Mandela Bay’s water comes from the Gariep Dam, which saw rising levels throughout 2025. Nelson Mandela Bay has a TOTAL reliance on external water sources (Free State … [Read more...] about Shocking NMB Water Waste Woes: Is the Municipality Drowning in Apathy?

Table of Contents Johannesburg – 11 February 2026 – To celebrate the United Nations International Day of Women and Girls in Science, Forestry South Africa (FSA) has launched two complementary campaigns to amplify women’s voices, inspire more women to pursue STEM careers in the field, and challenge outdated perceptions of the forestry sector. Modern forestry is not just about growing trees. It spans a wide range of STEM careers, including genetics, climate science, ecology, data science, … [Read more...] about Five Women Driving the Future of Forestry Through Science

Tulela Safari Lodge lies within the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, a privately protected area that forms part of the Greater Kruger ecosystem. The reserve is unfenced, allowing wildlife to move freely between Klaserie, Kruger National Park, and neighbouring concessions. This openness shapes both the landscape and the experience of being here. For guests arriving at the start of 2026, each day is different, not because something extraordinary always happens, but because the land itself is in … [Read more...] about A New Year at Tulela: A Lens on the Klaserie

Limpopo, South Africa – January 2026 — Leeuwfontein Safaris, a premier South African safari and hunting destination, has launched a dedicated German-language website to better serve guests from German-speaking markets across Europe. New platform strengthens engagement with German-speaking safari and hunting travelers The new platform is designed to support travelers from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland who are planning safaris or hunting experiences in South Africa, offering clear, accessible … [Read more...] about Leeuwfontein Safaris Launches German Website for European Guests

Pretoria, 19 December 2025 – Electrician Pretoria, renowned for more than three decades of handling all sorts from domestic glitches to large-scale commercial tasks, today introduces a specialised commercial electrical arm. This initiative raises fresh expectations in compliance certification, safety evaluations, and hazard mitigation for businesses across Gauteng grappling with tougher rules and day-to-day pressures.With Gauteng’s commercial scene expanding rapidly through warehouses, … [Read more...] about Premier Electrician in Pretoria Raises the Bar for Commercial Compliance and Electrical Safety Audits

Table of Contents Cape Town, Western Cape, December 12, 2025 – Cape Town Pools, a leading swimming pool contractor serving the Western Cape region, announces the launch of affordable solar heating packages designed to extend swimming seasons significantly whilst reducing energy costs for residential and commercial pool owners. The initiative responds to growing demand for sustainable pool heating solutions that make year-round swimming accessible without the prohibitive running costs associated … [Read more...] about Cape Town Swimming Pools Introduce Affordable Solar Heating Packages to Extend Swimming Into the Cooler Months

Table of Contents Johannesburg, Gauteng, December 2, 2025 – Garden Services Johannesburg announces the launch of specialised festive garden makeover packages designed to transform outdoor spaces into entertainment-ready areas perfect for summer gatherings and holiday celebrations. The initiative addresses growing demand from homeowners and businesses seeking professional garden preparation ahead of the busy festive season when outdoor entertaining peaks. Operating throughout Johannesburg and … [Read more...] about Johannesburg Garden Services Gear Up for Summer Season with Specialised Festive Garden Makeover Packages

When we talk about the Just Energy Transition (JET), we tend to focus only on gigawatts, emissions targets, and investment flows. At its core, however, the Just Transition is not only about energy: it is about people. The choices we make in the next decade will shape whether this transition deepens inequality or whether we seize one of the greatest opportunities in our history to address unemployment, poverty, and exclusion.The urgency of the climate challenge is undeniable. Global average … [Read more...] about Enabling the Just Energy Transition: Creating a Socially Inclusive Future