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Our CEO, Chris Campbell unpacked various interviews with eNCA, Radio 702 and SAfm this quarter that focused on SA’s water crisis, the tragic building collapse in Ormonde, in Johannesburg, as well as providing expert commentary on environmental challenges facing SA’s infrastructure sector, including the floods in Limpopo and Mpumalanga.
- 5 March 2026: eNCA interview – Building Collapse Ormonde
- 13 February 2026: Talk Radio 702 – SA Water Crisis
- 20 January 2026: SAfm – Focused on Climate change in South Africa
If Not Engineers, Then Who? Reclaiming Our Purpose, Securing Our Future
Our 2026 CESA Media Address, held in Sandton, in February, featured a compelling Presidential Message by Dr. Vishal Haripersad, themed “If Not Engineers, Then Who? Reclaiming Our Purpose, Securing Our Future.” Dr. Haripersad critically addressed South Africa’s infrastructure maintenance crisis, emphasising the urgent need for ethical, people-centred delivery and the pivotal role engineers must play in shaping resilient, sustainable systems. Some of the coverage we received included:
- Infrastructure crisis highlights urgent need for engineers to occupy ‘meaningful seat at table’
- Engineers Say South Africa Is Running Out of Time to Arrest Infrastructure Collapse
- South Africa’s infrastructure crisis: CESA urges urgent action during SONA
- CESA’S NEW PRESIDENT
- CESA warns of national infrastructure maintenance crisis
- CESA Warns of ‘National Infrastructure Maintenance Crisis” ahead of SONA
- South Africa’s infrastructure crisis: CESA urges urgent action during SONA
CESA Infrastructure Indaba 2026
Our recent Infrastructure Indaba, held in March, convened the country’s leading engineering and infrastructure stakeholders to drive practical, solutions-focused dialogue. These are a few selected pieces of the coverage received:
- CESA calls on industry to join the ‘Pioneering for Growth’ movement at Infrastructure Indaba
- Strong line-up at engineers’ Infrastructure Indaba in Durban
- South Africa faces critical shortage of engineers: 60,000 professionals needed
- Infrastructure investment race reshapes SA’s economic future, says Energy Department
- Motsweding FM (Tsele le Tsele)
- SA does not lack plans, but delivery systems, CESA Indaba hears
- The Namibian
- Infrastructure Indaba underscores importance of rail, water systems
Other Articles
- ‘Political interference’, not rainfall, at the heart of SA’s water crisis – expert
- Cesa members offer engineering expertise to support national disaster efforts
- CESA response to national disaster declaration
- CESA’s Chris Campbell: Reigniting progress in SA’s infrastructure journey
- CESA Sets Out A Vision For Reliable Transport And Infrastructure Excellence In South Africa
- My Industry Sector: (Q&A) SA’s Infrastructure Maintenance Crisis – SA short of 60 000 engineers
- CESA Responds to SONA 2026: South Africa Must Move Beyond Reactive Governance
- CESA calls for accountability and enforcement reform following Ormonde building collapse
- Cesa says management development training course fully subscribed
Building the Future of Consulting Engineering: 2026 BCE MDP Launch
The official launch of the 2026 CESA Business of Consulting Engineering Management Development Programme (BCE MDP) took place on 17 February 2026 across the country.
The BCE MDP is a one‑of‑a‑kind programme empowering consulting engineering practitioners to lead with impact and drive technical excellence across South Africa. Read More
FIDIC Contracts & Agreements Workshop Presented to EPA Namibia
In February, we presented a three-day FIDIC Contracts and Agreements 2017 Edition Workshop for the Engineering Professions Association of Namibia, at the Arebbusch Travel Lodge, in Windhoek. Read More
Enhance Your Competitive Edge
Our 2026 Training Calendar is now LIVE! Unlock your potential in consulting engineering today.
Stay ahead by sharpening your business acumen, entrepreneurial edge and professional technical skills, to deliver resilient solutions for your business, clients and others. We are also happy to announce that the CESA NPC, includes the SCE has again been recognised as a Level Two BBBEE service provider with a 125% recognition. Read More
Venue Hire Options – Ideal for Meetings and Events
Are you looking for a professional training venue, training pods or flexible office space?
We offer a fully equipped facilities at our CESA office in Paulshof, Sandton, with high-speed WiFi, secure parking, catering options and modern workspaces, perfect for any workshops, strategy sessions, or a productive day of focused work that any company may require.
Book daily or hourly, with no long-term commitment. Contact:
blessings@cesa.co.za | Brenda@cesa.co.za | 011 463 2022
AI X Climate Resilience Webinar
Our Young Professionals Forum in KwaZulu-Natal hosted a compelling CPD-accredited webinar on 1 April, entitled “AI X Climate Resilience”, bringing together industry and academic experts to unpack how artificial intelligence is reshaping engineering in response to growing climate pressures. Read More
The Effect of Late Payments on the Engineering Industry
Our Immediate Past Chairperson of the YPF, also a Civil Engineer at Bosch Projects, Uzair Osman presented at the recent CESA Infrastructure Indaba, where he unpacked the research into the extent and impact of late payments in the sector. Read More
Western Cape Volleyball Tournament
The Western Cape Volleyball Tournament brought together an impressive 16 teams, each comprising eight players, for a day of spirited competition and camaraderie on 17 February.
After a series of closely contested matches, SMEC secured first place, with Zutari finishing in second position and Bosch Projects claiming third. Read More
Where Engineering Meets the Fairway
Our Western Cape Golf Challenge will take place on 3 September 2026 at Durbanville Golf Club.
This is an excellent opportunity for you and your company to expose your brand and network with the public and private sector elite in the consulting engineering industry. Register today.
Download the sponsorship brochure here
Register here.
14th CESA Young Professionals Sustainability Imbizo 2026
The 14th CESA Young Professionals Sustainability Imbizo 2026, taking place from 19–20 August 2026, at the Premier Hotel Midrand, will bring together young professional leaders and industry stakeholders to engage on the future of infrastructure in South Africa. Organisations committed to advancing youth development within the engineering and built environment professions are encouraged to participate.
Register now to secure your place, submit an abstract to contribute to the programme, or explore sponsorship opportunities to position your organisation at the forefront of industry development and thought leadership.
For more information, visit: https://www.cesa.co.za/imbizo/ or email godfrey@cesa.co.za
Association of Consulting Engineers of Zambia’s 60th Anniversary
Our CEO, Chris Campbell, and President, Dr. Vishal Haripersad, represented our members at the 60th anniversary celebrations of the Association of Consulting Engineers of Zambia (ACEZ), held in March.
This milestone celebrates six decades of advancing engineering excellence and shaping infrastructure development in Zambia. Congratulations to ACEZ.
We look forward to strengthening regional collaboration and continuing to build a future driven by innovation, collaboration and partnership.
SAICA Budget Discussion
Our CEO, Chris Campbell, was part of an expert panel hosted by the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) unpacking South Africa’s budget delivered by our Finance Minister in February. The session provided expert analysis on the implications for South Africa, with expert insights on its implications for the economy and industry.
4th Built Environment Professionalisation Workshop
Dr. Vishal Haripersad, our president, delivered the keynote address at the 4th Built Environment Professionalisation Workshop, recently convened in Cape Town. Co-hosted by the City of Cape Town and the Council for the Built Environment, the workshop underscored the pivotal role of professionalisation in enhancing infrastructure delivery within South Africa’s public sector.
Dr. Haripersad’s address, framed by the question “If Not Engineers, Then Who?”, highlighted the indispensable contribution engineers must make in guiding infrastructure decisions and fortifying institutional capacities. He advocated for strengthened collaboration between government and industry to establish resilient systems capable of sustaining infrastructure for generations.
Building Diverse, Thriving Workplaces
Collaboration was central to building diverse, inclusive, and thriving workplaces, and in partnership with the South African Institution of Civil Engineering, we hosted a joint Diversity & Inclusion Webinar focused on strengthening inclusive workplace cultures across the engineering and built-environment sector.
Our Vice President, Jabulile Msiza, participated as a speaker alongside Refilwe Lesufi (SAICE President Elect), Willie du Plessis (Chemical Engineer/Consultant), and Dzino Mutyorauta (SAICE D&I Committee Member). The discussion explored practical approaches for professionals and organisations to foster environments where individuals, and the profession as a whole, can thrive.
ECSA SAICE Engineering Symposium
We participated in the Engineering Symposium, held from 25-26 March at the Galleria in Sandton. The symposium was hosted by the Engineering Council of South Africa and the South African Institution of Civil Engineering, bringing together industry leaders and practitioners to engage on key issues shaping the engineering profession. Read More
Meeting of Our Branch Chairs from Across SA
The chairs of our branches, from across South Africa, met in Gauteng on 24 February.
Their focus remains clear: ensuring that every member, in every region, experiences meaningful and tangible value. Through strong regional leadership and our unified national approach, we aim to continue to advance excellence in consulting engineering across South Africa.
Driving Collaboration Through Our Branch Engagements
We successfully hosted two branch functions in the Western Cape and Gauteng, bringing together industry professionals to strengthen collaboration, share insights, and advance the engineering profession across these regions.
Building on this momentum, we look forward to hosting two additional branch engagements. Our KwaZulu-Natal Branch Function will take place on 23 April 2026, at 08h00, at the Hilton Garden Inn Umhlanga Arch, followed by our Limpopo Branch Function on 20 May 2026, at 17h00, at Meropa Casino and Entertainment World. Read More
Gauteng Branch Meet & Greet: Strengthening Connections
Our Gauteng Branch Meet & Greet was in full swing at The Wanderers Club, where our members stepped away from their desks and into meaningful connections with other industry firms.
The event was not just about networking; it was about strengthening the relationships that underpin our infrastructure future.
The gathering focused on shared challenges, bold thinking, and the collective expertise that keeps our industry moving forward. When engineers connect, collaboration follows, and collaboration is where real progress begins. We were delighted to see such a strong turnout and the vibrant exchange of ideas among our members.
The Industry’s Biggest Night Returns: CESA Aon Engineering Excellence Awards 2026
The CESA Aon Engineering Excellence Awards 2026 returns on 20 August 2026, at Vodacom World in Midrand, set to once again spotlight the projects, people and partnerships shaping South Africa’s infrastructure future. As one of the industry’s most anticipated events, the evening promises a powerful celebration of innovation, excellence and the transformative role of engineering in driving sustainable growth.
For more information, please contact Bonolo at bonolo@cesa.co.za. To revisit the impact and highlights of last year’s event, watch the 2025 highlights video here. Read More
CESA Infrastructure Indaba 2026: A Win for Our Members
We hosted a successful Infrastructure Indaba 2026 on 18–19 March at the Durban International Convention Centre. Your strong turnout, backed by industry and key government figures, such as the Department of Electricity & Energy Acting Director General Subesh Pillay and uMngeni Mayor Chris Pappas, showed our collective resolve to tackle South Africa’s infrastructure bottlenecks head-on. I was particularly encouraged by the strong attendance throughout, including full participation in the final sessions. Read More
Celebrating World Engineering Day
We marked World Engineering Day with a compelling webinar series showcasing engineering excellence in action, from critical infrastructure repair to future-focused energy solutions.
Featuring projects such as the N1 Sinkhole Repair for South African National Roads Agency Limited and the Battery Energy Storage Systems – Phase 1 project for Eskom, the series highlighted the innovation, resilience, and technical expertise shaping South Africa’s infrastructure landscape. Read more to explore the key insights and impact of these landmark projects. Read More
Practice Notes Webinar Series
As part of our ongoing commitment to knowledge sharing and professional development, we recently hosted two insightful webinars in our Practice Notes series. These sessions brought together industry experts to unpack key topics shaping the consulting engineering sector.
We focused on GCC 2025 Contract Completion, Contractor Claims under the SAICE General Conditions of Contract for Construction Works Fourth Edition (2025), and Sustainability: Engineering a Greener Future and Navigating Decarbonization Strategies in Road Infrastructure. Read More
The FIDIC Carbon Management Guide
The FIDIC Carbon Management Guide and its accompanying Carbon Emissions Management Guidance represent a transformative approach to construction project delivery, positioning greenhouse gas emissions management as a fundamental project resource requiring the same rigorous oversight as financial budgets, addressing the construction industry’s urgent need to contribute meaningfully to global decarbonisation efforts whilst maintaining the balanced risk allocation principles that define FIDIC contracts.
Access the guide here.
CESA Salary Survey
Our Salary Survey is now live – and your input helps shape critical benchmarks for the consulting engineering sector. Participating members will receive access to the full report, along with valuable insights to support informed decision-making, negotiations and strategic planning.
The deadline is approaching. Stay engaged, your membership continues to drive impact. For more information, contact anne-marie@cesa.co.za
CESA Bookshop Update
The CESA Bookshop remains our members go-to source for essential industry documents.
Several CESA documents have been updated, and the highly anticipated GCC 2025 contract document is now available for purchase.
Contact Ms. Patience Tsotetsi (pictured at our in-house bookshop) at 011 463 2022 or email patience@cesa.co.za for more details. Browse and order via the CESA website here.
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