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NEWS: To what extent are Africa's megacities equipped and prepared to cope with the impacts of climate change?

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The health repercussions of climate change in African cities require immediate attention. These urban areas find themselves on the front lines, facing rising temperatures and worsening air pollution. To safeguard both people and the environment, governments must act decisively. They must channel investments into green infrastructure, champion clean energy initiatives, and bolster healthcare systems. African cities face substantial health challenges due to climate change, including flood risks, droughts, and the spread of vector-borne diseases. Droughts are a significant cause of mortality globally and are indirectly linked to extreme heat. Indirect health issues arise through food-borne and vector-borne diseases, non-communicable illnesses, displacement, and mental health stressors. Air pollution intensifies with fossil fuel combustion, contributing to over 5 million deaths annually. African cities have responded by implementing policies to minimize resource consumption and reduce gree
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OPINION: How can Built Environment Professionals protect infrastructure development during political transitions?

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In a democracy, elections play a vital role as a transitional mechanism; however, in South Africa, this process affects the delivery of infrastructure projects. Chris Campbell, the CEO of Consulting Engineers South Africa (CESA), emphasizes the paramount significance of ensuring that infrastructure development and service delivery remain continuous and unaffected during elections.


Chris Campbell underscores the importance of ensuring uninterrupted infrastructure development and service delivery in South Africa. He stresses the crucial role of infrastructure in a nation's progress, emphasizing the need to prioritize its improvement and maintenance. Campbell acknowledges the potential uncertainties during political transitions but urges the incoming government to focus on effective planning and execution of infrastructure projects.

He proposes an inclusive strategy for service delivery, independent of political or external influences. CESA, with over 500 member firms, stands ready to collaborate with the government in driving infrastructure initiatives forward. Campbell calls for policymakers and stakeholders to prioritize infrastructure development as a cornerstone of national progress and prosperity, urging collective responsibility to safeguard the nation's future.

Chris calls on all stakeholders to safeguard the nation's future by ensuring that infrastructure development continues in this transitional phase. How can Built Environment Professional play a meaningfulf role in this instance?

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