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PROFILE : My journey to Professional Registration - Innocent Gininda

Innocent Gininda shares his journey to becoming a registered Professional Engineer (PrEng), emphasizing the importance of mentorship, early preparation, and understanding ECSA requirements. He offers advice to aspiring PrEngs, highlighting the value of diverse feedback and a positive mindset. My journey to becoming a registered Professional Engineer (PrEng) culminated successfully in November 2024. I was fortunate to begin my career at a company with a Commitment and Undertaking (C&U) Agreement with ECSA and a robust mentorship program. This commitment to training engineers to the standard required for Professional Registration provided me with essential resources and a structured path to track my experience against ECSA requirements. Early exposure to these expectations instilled a positive outlook on registration and solidified my desire to achieve this milestone. My views on Professional Registration have remained consistently positive throughout this journey. Working alongside ...

REVIEW : Timber can be the unexpected hero of sustainable construction

In the realm of construction, the utilization of wood has transcended traditional rudimentary structures. There is a burgeoning trend toward employing mass timber in high-rise edifices, functional spaces, and residential renovations. This shift is driven by the pressing need for more eco-friendly construction methods that minimize carbon footprints and bolster environmental resilience


As engineering and building techniques undergo constant evolution, mass timber is poised to claim an increasingly significant role in the construction sector. Our South African nation stands at the cusp of unlocking the latent potential of this renewable and versatile material. By embracing mass timber, we can collectively strive towards a more sustainable and resilient built environment.

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