SETTING THE TABLE: Sir Michael Latham’s report (“the Latham report”) is considered to be a watershed moment. It persuaded the UK Government that primary legislation was required to give all parties to construction contracts a [...]
Soil stabilization is a process which improves the mechanical and bearing qualities of a pavement layer. Materials are blended and mixed with the soil to achieve a desired gradation. This process allows for the road [...]
A major constraint in the construction and maintenance of gravel roads especially in the rural parts of South Africa are often poor soil conditions experienced on site as well as the availability and cost to [...]
The construction industry in South Africa has a bleak outlook for the future. This is evident from declining activity as well as productivity within the sector. This article will highlight contributing factors to this decline [...]
Former Mozambican President Samora Machel had plans for an improved transportation network back in 1989. These plans included a proposal for a bridge as part of Maputo’s urbanisation policy, which was endorsed by the World [...]
Throughout the decades, the field of Civil Engineering has pushed the limits of innovation. This is a result of the expectations of the construction industry and variation in demands from the various stakeholders. Whatever [...]
