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OPINION: Built Environment Professionals' participation in upcoming national elections is vital

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Mlondi Cele, a Built Environment Professional, emphasizes the significance of the upcoming national elections for the construction and built sectors. He encourages stakeholders to actively participate and articulate their expectations to influence economic policies and attract investments. Cele believes that the involvement of industry professionals and stakeholders in the elections can positively impact the industry's future and create favorable outcomes for all. The South African elections are of paramount importance to the construction and built sectors, as they have the potential to significantly influence their future trajectories. Economic, policy, and regulatory changes stemming from the elections can either catalyze growth or present novel challenges. Consequently, it is a pivotal juncture for stakeholders in these industries to actively participate in the electoral process and advocate for their interests. The construction and built environment industry plays a central rol
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OPINION: Innovative infrastructure funding required to avoid economic instability

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According to Emeka Umeche it is crucial to adopt innovative infrastructure funding models in South Africa to create a path toward sustainable infrastructure development.


Emeka Umeche says South Africa's infrastructure is in a state of decline, threatening the country's development and stability. Traditional approaches have been insufficient in addressing the growing infrastructure gap. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana and Water and Sanitation Minister Senzo Mchunu have called for a paradigm shift in conceiving, financing, and implementing infrastructure projects. They propose streamlining procedures, enhancing accountability, and embracing novel financing instruments. The South African Institution of Civil Engineering proposed a PPP funding solution using bridging loans to cover transaction advisor fees. Johannesburg's water crisis highlights the urgent need for comprehensive action to safeguard water resources.

Strategies to enhance water security include infrastructure investment, sustainable practices, comprehensive planning, and cross-sector collaborations. Special purpose vehicles (SPVs) offer a promising solution to South Africa's water infrastructure woes. The success of PPPs and SPVs relies on supportive legal environments, strong governance, transparent communication, and aligned stakeholder objectives. South Africa stands at a crossroads, requiring a departure from traditional approaches. The call for private sector involvement, streamlined procedures, enhanced accountability, and innovative financing mechanisms represents a comprehensive strategy to address these challenges.Therefore Emeka Umeche believes by embracing PPPs and SPVs, and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation, South Africa can pave the way for sustainable infrastructure development, ensuring water security and the resilience of its critical systems for future generations.

Emeka Umeche is a Project Manager at Ntiyiso Consulting Group and his full hardhatOPINION which was published on IOL can be read here


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