Building & Construction News

Tshwane sets aside R140m to fix ageing water infrastructure

• 17-02-2026
• eNCA

PRETORIA - The City of Tshwane says it has budgeted R140-million to fix ageing infrastructure as residents grapple with chronic water shortages and leaks, leaving many without safe drinking water.

Mayor Nasiphi Moya says the funds will p...

Councillor calls on JRA to address stormwater damage concerns on Randa Road

• 17-02-2026
• False Bay Echo

Ward 115 leadership has urged the Johannesburg Roads Agency to investigate alleged drainage diversion blamed for worsening road deterioration and safety risks for residents and motorists.

Ward 115 residents and councillor Mark van der Me...

Fisherhaven residents voice concerns as Mayor Klaas investigates school building objections

• 17-02-2026
• IOL

Following an objection letter sent to Mayor Archie Klaas by Fisherhaven residents detailing their objections to the construction of a new school in Fisherhaven, councillors say investigations into residents’ objections are currently under wa...

Lyttelton Primary School’s R42.6m refurbishment falls behind schedule

• 17-02-2026
• Pretoria Rekord

The Gauteng Department of Infrastructure Development says the project is progressing but remains behind schedule, with Phase 1 still requiring outstanding work and defect repairs.

Nearly a year after construction began at Lyttelton Prima...

Ward 134 roads to benefit from JRA’s R15m resurfacing project

• 16-02-2026
• Randburg Sun

Ward 134 councillor Devon Steenkamp appreciates JRA's Road Resurfacing project but remains cautious.

The Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) has implemented the R15m Road Resurfacing Project, focusing on repairing roads, with the majorit...

Shamrock Road upgrade welcomed in Ward 36

• 16-02-2026
• Germiston City News

Shamrock Road resurfacing strengthens safety and supports local businesses, says Ward 36 councillor.

Ward 36 Clr Wendy Morgan has welcomed the resurfacing of Shamrock Road, saying the upgrade has brought new life to the area.
Morg...

Six-storey building proposal for Ballito draws strong public response

• 16-02-2026
• North Coast Courier

More than 100 residents have registered as part of the environmental participation process.

A proposed six-storey development in Ballito Village has drawn widespread public attention, with over 100 residents registered in the environ...

New Aurum residential development launched at Zimbali Lakes

• 16-02-2026
• North Coast Courier

The First Thursday programme rotates within Zimbali Lakes and is designed to provide regular updates on development progress and future phases.

Property industry leaders recently gathered at Zimbali Lakes for the unveiling of Aurum, the ...

OR Tambo spends bulk of infrastructure grants on water projects

• 16-02-2026
• Mthatha Express

Of it’s over a billion-rand infrastructure grants, the OR Tambo District Municipality will spend 81% on water infrastructure projects to ensure an uninterrupted water supply while permanent bulk water infrastructure is under construction....

R4,6bn later, Parliament rebuilding to be completed in December

• 13-02-2026
• eNCA

CAPE TOWN - The reconstruction of Parliament will be completed by December 2026. A total of R4,6-billion has been allocated for the reconstruction.

This is according to Secretary to Parliament Xolile George, who gave assurance that the 2...