Tag: infrastructure
Africa’s Great Green Wall can stop African migration
Originally conceived to stop the spread of deserts, the Great Green Wall of Africa is now not only a means of slowing climate change,...
The National Development Plan: A vision for 2030
South Africa's National Development Plan is a detailed blueprint for how the country can eliminate poverty and reduce inequality by the year 2030. It aims to do this by uniting South Africans, unleashing the energies of its citizens, growing an inclusive economy, building capabilities, and enhancing the capability of the state and leaders working together to solve complex problems.
Nation branding strategies for addressing credit ratings downgrades
Members of the South African business community, including economists and banking representatives, attended a discussion forum facilitated by Brand South Africa to find solutions...
South Africa’s transport network
South Africa has a modern and well-developed transport infrastructure. The air
and rail networks are the largest on the continent, and the roads well maintained.
The country's ports provide a natural stopover for shipping to and from Europe,
the Americas, Asia, Australasia and both coasts of Africa.
South Africa reports on energy investments
South Africa has reiterated its commitment to the development of the energy sector as one of
the most vital keys to easing constraints to economic growth. The expansion of the nuclear
energy will be implemented over the next decade, adding to the R83-billion already invested in
Eskom.
South Africa is prioritising infrastructure investment to ensure our competitiveness
• As part of government’s Nine-Point Plan, South Africa remains committed to resolving energy challenges to enable, amongst others, industrialisation.• Public sector infrastructure investment is...
Driving in South Africa
South Africa has excellent road infrastructure, a selection of reputable vehicle hire
companies, great weather and plenty of stunning scenery - which all combine to
make self-driving a viable and enjoyable option. If you're thinking of taking the
long way round, here are a few tips.
Mine-free Mozambique means economic growth
After more than two decades of work, Mozambique is now clear of landmines - freeing up valuable agricultural land, opening up tourism and infrastructure development, and ensuring the safety of rural communities.
Natural gas power plant to boost South Africa’s energy security
A liquid natural gas plant in Eastern Cape is the next phase of a government project to provide
not only employment opportunities for the area, but also more sustainable energy options for
South Africa. Natural gas is considered the most environmentally friendly fossil fuel.
South Africa tackles water issues
Scientists agree that South Africa is experiencing a water crisis, although the issue is more
quality and quantity, they point out. The government is looking at a range of solutions, and has
issued a tender to develop an Integrated Water Quality Management Strategy.
