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Sandton’s skyline set for transformation with Olympus mixed-use mega project
- 24-04-2026
- Bizcommunity.com
Olympus Sandton, the landmark development by Tricolt Group and Growthpoint Properties, has officially broken ground following record-breaking sales that exceeded R1.4bn.
The project’s transition into construction marks a key milest...
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Mokoena Unveils R1.18bn Plan to Fix Housing Delays
- 24-04-2026
- Journal News
Free State Human Settlements MEC Saki Mokoena has unveiled a R1.18 billion plan to fix chronic housing delays, placing a strict “Beke le Beke” week-by-week monitoring system at the centre of efforts to fast-track delivery, tighten acco...
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La Mercy building site raises compliance concerns
- 24-04-2026
- North Coast Courier
Nearby residents feared student housing was being built in the area.
La Mercy residents can breathe a sigh of relief after fears that a large-scale building project could be used for student accommodation were dispelled, with the develop...
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Workers’ protest puts the brakes on Mpolweni Clinic construction
- 24-04-2026
- The Witness
In a statement, uMshwathi Municipality said they held an urgent meeting last week in an effort to resolve the dispute.
A protest by workers has brought construction of the Mpolweni Clinic to a standstill, raising fears of further delays ...
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R107 million N2 security wall project to continue despite opposition
- 23-04-2026
- Top Auto
The City of Cape Town expects to start construction of the R107 million wall to secure the stretch of N2 highway known as the “hell run” in January 2027, despite widespread criticism and opposition.
In December 2025, Cape Tow...
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N3 southbound rerouted between Hammarsdale and Key Ridge
- 23-04-2026
- Witness
The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (Sanral) has announced an extended closure of the N3 southbound carriageway between the Hammarsdale Interchange and the N3/M13 Interchange at Key Ridge as part of ongoing upgrade works.
Deputy President oversees operations at Standerton Water Treatment Plant
- 23-04-2026
- Ridge Times
The purpose of the visit was to assess the plant’s operational readiness and its capacity to deliver reliable water services to surrounding communities.
The country’s deputy president, Paul Mashatile, accompanied by the Premi...
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Stronger enforcement and collaboration signal shift in South Africa’s civil engineering sector.
- 23-04-2026
- Africa Mining
Encouragingly, collaboration between public and private sector stakeholders in South Africa’s civil engineering industry is strengthening – underpinned by a firmer stance on accountability across the construction value chain.
Dryden Street Primary School breaks ground on innovative library project
- 22-04-2026
- Southern Suburbs Tatler
Dryden Street Primary School broke ground on a development for a new school library on Wednesday, April 15.
The Salt River-based school will have its library constructed by the architectural firm and is expected to have it completed in a...
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New centre opens Bethal on Thursday
- 22-04-2026
- Ridge Times
Residents can expect a great shopping experience soon.
The Bethal Crossing Centre, an idea born 10 years ago, will open its doors on April 23.
Kosta Karzis, the developer of the mall and project manager, said he and his father,...
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