As water demand continues to put a strain on infrastructure in Gauteng’s urban areas, the residents of Kempton Park and Brixton (and surrounding areas) will experience some relief as two new water towers are nearing completion. These developments represent critical milestones in South Africa’s broader Strategic Integrated Projects in energy, water and sanitation, transport as well as digital communications infrastructure.

Construction World recently visited Fourways Mall where Concor is on track to complete the Fourways Main Roof Works Project by June. This fast track upgrade project started in October and forms part of the Fourways Mall Repositioning initiative and involves covering 50 000 m² of the roof parking on level 7 with a roof, while 10 200 m² of this will be fitted with solar photovoltaic (PV) structures. In addition, Concor was responsible for the rehabilitation of the access ring road. Martin Muller, Concor’s Contract Manager and Luke Matthews, the Site Agent, explain how this challenging project will future-proof Africa’s largest shopping mall.

In the dynamic landscape of South African construction, where ambitious visions take tangible form, the name GVK-Siya Zama stands tall, signifying unwavering quality and the capacity to deliver on the grandest scales. The company’s milestone achievement of a Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) grading of 9 GB for Civil Engineering and General Building is not just a number; it’s a powerful testament to over six decades of dedication, expertise, and an enduring commitment to building a better South Africa.

From city skylines to remote infrastructure, WBHO Construction has left an indelible mark on the built environment across Southern Africa and the United Kingdom. As a multidisciplinary, internationally recognised construction company, WBHO continues to set industry benchmarks through its unwavering commitment to excellence, safety, and innovation.

Innovation is key to solving the water challenges with which the country grapples. This includes revolutionising construction practices to deliver critical municipal water infrastructure quicker and more cost-effectively. At the same time, these new builds need to be robust so that they continue to add value for many years with minimal maintenance and repairs.