The Eastern Cape & Garden Route Business to Business Publication

Building a diverse construction industry

by Michelle Hardy-Berrington and Ed Richardson
Opportunities for women to engage in the housing and construction sectors are greater now than ever. Government has played a key role in opening the doors for women and “encouraging their participation in all aspects of the economy, including construction,” says Khuthaza, a non-profit organisation dedicated to driving the empowerment [...]

How to get the best out of your building contractor – ECMBA

Whether you’re embarking on a big or small construction project, it is best to ensure your contractor is a member of the East Cape Master Builders’ Association. The association offers FREE advice to the public on all matters of building and construction, and the public has recourse to the association if a member doesn’t adhere [...]

Milestone for MBA

MBA – Master Builders Association
A celebration of heritage and a fresh face at the helm – the past year has been one of celebration for the Master Builders of South Africa (MBSA).
A woman at the helm
The year began with the election of the association’s first female president, Eunice Forbes.

Pic: Eunice Forbes
When interviewed by SA Builder/Bouer, [...]

Moffett Office Park

Specification
1.  Introduction
The unprecedented general growth in the economy has resulted in a demand for commercial offices – The high visibility and value of this site has made it an excellent choice.
The development will consist of three stories of commercial offices with a central open air courtyard spanning from ground level. Several additional light wells [...]

Clay Bricks…

…make their mark in the Eastern Cape

As the rapid growth in the building and construction industry gains momentum, the Clay Brick Association (CBA) of South Africa is set to meet the growing demand for clay bricks in the Eastern Cape.
This year alone, over 331-million clay bricks have been produced by members of the CBA in [...]