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Pictured: The MBR plant applies the well-established activated sludge process to treat wastewater (bioreactor filled with sludge) The perception that wastewater treatment is the “less attractive”...
View ArticleWhat is the current water quality situation in South Africa
Slowly but surely, South Africans are being forced to contemplate the inconvenient truth of water being on the endangered list. The increasingly limited access to this once plentiful resource is […]
View ArticleSustainable service solutions
Water Solutions Southern Africa (WSSA) has taken the lead role in developing and implementing private sector participation within the water sector in Southern Africa, WSSA’s director, Sylvia...
View ArticleInspiring, innovative and intelligent
Although the water industry is still a male dominated field, this dynamic is changing as more women, like Aurecon associate Teboho Mofokeng, prove their worth on larger scale projects. Is […]
View ArticleCreating capacity
ERWAT’s construction of the large-scale sludge handling facility at the Waterval Wastewater Care Works has reached the final stages, according to Koos Wilken, ERWAT’s executive manager: Development,...
View ArticleFocusing on the future
The water risks facing South Africa cannot be addressed by government alone. Collaborative partnerships between the public and private sectors, such as those entered into by Sasol, will be essential […]
View ArticleAlex Andjelkovic – Wilo South Africa
What role do pipes, pumps and valves play in infrastructure? AA A very important role in the larger infrastructure arena, as the demand for water and sewage transfer is highly […]
View ArticleScaling new heights
2013 has been an extremely successful year for SBS Tanks and, as a result, for the producers of this premium product, SBS Water Systems’ managing director, Delayne Gray, tells Water&Sanitation […]
View ArticleReassessing water reuse
One of the most common misconceptions with regards to water reuse in the South African context is that it is a more expensive option that delivers a lesser quality product. […]
View ArticleMartin Overy Product manager – Water Purification Chemical & plant cc (WPCP)
What are the advantages of containerised modular systems? MO: The modular system, as the name implies, is supplied either as prebuilt and package-type plants or built on-site out of concrete […]
View ArticleNuWater enters new growth phase
In the mere three years since NuWater arrived on the South African water treatment and wastewater reclamation and reuse scene, it has managed to consolidate its position as one of […]
View ArticleCommitted to sustainable water use
Eskom recently received a silver commendation during the Department of Water Affairs 2013 Water Conservation and Water Demand Management Sector Awards. Maryke Foulds speaks to the GM of Water and […]
View ArticleWater-perfect partnerships
Water from coal may sound impossible but happens every day. By Susan Cole, regional commercial manager sub-Saharan Africa, Dow Water & Process Solutions Each day in north-eastern South Africa, an […]
View ArticleA positive impact
Wastewater and biosolids treatment processes are increasingly being modified for the generation of biogas, offering a source of energy to generate power and heat. Maryke Foulds speaks to Dr André […]
View ArticleZetachem’s commitment to the water industry
In a recent interview with Trevor Johnston, divisional managing director, and Susan Roodt, sales manager, the latest developments within Zetachem and the challenges currently facing the water industry...
View ArticleIndustry ensures sustainability
Nalco Africa’s vision is to be the global leader in water, hygiene and energy technologies and services. NALCO AIMS TO PROVIDE and protect what is vital to ensure clean water, […]
View ArticleNCP CHLORCHEM
What defines the quality of water? Quality of water is defined by the chemical, physical and biological contaminants present that will influence the suitability of water for a specific end […]
View ArticleCapacity building in Mozambique
Rand Water is testament to the powers of technology transfer and knowledge sharing. As the lar gest water utility in Africa, Rand Water is committed to sustainability of projects through […]
View ArticleBreede-Gouritz CMAs continued success
The Breede Water Management Area is situated in the south-western corner of South Africa. CEO Phakamani Buthelezi speaks about recent developments at the organisation and the way forward in 2014/15. […]
View ArticleElster Kent Metering
How does South Africa measure up in terms of water meters installed and technology suited to end use compared to the rest of Africa and other developing nations? LB South […]
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