As climate pressures, rapid urbanisation and resource constraints reshape how cities are built, a new generation of South African architects is being challenged to think beyond aesthetics and design for real-world impact.

A major structural rehabilitation and strengthening project at the PPC Hercules Plant has been successfully completed, restoring the structural integrity and long-term performance of a critical cement storage facility while allowing the plant to remain fully operational throughout the construction period.

By Roelof van den Berg, Chief Executive Officer of Gap Infrastructure Group (GIC)

President Ramaphosa recently announced government’s ambitious target of halving South Africa’s road deaths by 2030. With more than 12 000 lives lost on our roads each year, that goal is commendable, but the challenge remains considerable. Law enforcement and education will have major roles to play, but it is equally important not to overlook the role of infrastructure itself in delivering lasting change.

Demonstrating Aurex’s ability to deliver complex renewable energy infrastructure across diverse provinces and operating environments

Marking a significant milestone in the company’s growth and technical capability, Aurex Constructors has completed two large-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) projects for global energy company ENGIE and local developer Pele Green Energy.

South Africa’s property development sector is entering 2026 on firmer ground than it has in several years. However, meaningful growth will depend on decisive government action. According to BPAS Architects director Landseer Collen, this includes a commitment to fixing infrastructure to enable long-term urban development.