On the cover: The construction industry has been under enormous pressure over the last 24 months with many major construction companies either scaling down or closing. COVID-19 has further lowered confidence in this sector and will negatively impact the whole sector including OEMs’ ability to deliver vehicles. Against this background Scania Southern Africa welcomed Fabio Souza as its new MD in November. Construction World spoke to him and found a leader whose background is perfectly suited to captain this company through tough COVID-19 times.
Keep on walking’ just took on a new meaning
Cyril Ramaphosa, South Africa’s walking president, set tongues wagging when he first took office thanks to his habit taking a brisk morning walk. From Gugulethu to Rosebank and the Cape Town seafront, the president hit the pavements, often attracting an entourage of followers. These moments proved more than just an opportunity to engage directly with a world leader, they highlighted the social value and cohesiveness which comes with breaking down physical barriers and bringing our streets to life with human interaction. By Patrick McInerney, Christoph Malan, Catharine Atkins and Malika Walele, Co-Arc International Architects.
Oxford Parks phase 2
Oxford Parks is an architectural focal point along Oxford Road in Rosebank. On completion, this site will house five buildings on a master basement structure. Oxford Parks Phase 2 is a testimony to meticulous coordination on the part of Concor Buildings to ensure the concurrent construction of three different buildings would run smoothly.
Fly ash research paves way to even greener cement
South Africa’s pioneering role in the use of fly ash in cement production opens the door for the country to reduce its carbon emissions while retaining a strong and innovative cement sector.
This is according to Hannes Meyer, cementitious executive at South African construction materials leader AfriSam, who says the local sector has already made great strides in reducing its carbon footprint. By incorporating fly ash – as well as ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBFS) – in its cements, AfriSam reduced its carbon emissions per tonne of cement by over 30% between 2000 and 2018.
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