Council for the Built Environment

As South Africa continues to confront the realities of building collapses and infrastructure failures, the need for accountability, ethical leadership, regulatory compliance, and safer infrastructure delivery has become more urgent than ever.

In his latest opinion piece, CEO, Dr Msizi Myeza, reflects on the importance of restoring professionalism and ethical leadership across the built environment sector.

The article forms part of the build-up to the upcoming Public Works and Infrastructure Summit, where government, industry leaders, professionals, and stakeholders will engage to strengthen infrastructure delivery and advance a safer, more resilient built environment in South Africa.

Read the full article here: https://www.sowetan.co.za/opinion/columnists/2026-05-21-msizi-myeza-building-collapses-highlight-need-for-ethical-integrity/

MSIZI MYEZA | Building collapses highlight need for ethical integrity Built environment practitioners grapple with balancing competing challenges, writes Msizi Myeza.

We are pleased to announce Broll Property Group as a Strategic Partner for the upcoming Public Works and Infrastructure Summit.

This partnership reflects a shared commitment to strengthening public and building safety, advancing asset management, and driving sustainable infrastructure delivery across South Africa.

Be part of the conversation, register today: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=McdkZtZpOUymiApev189dSMAr8GLx1hDgeIzpekU52ZUNjFZRFZNTFZDTDBNSjhVSTFIRlpTMzlOVi4u&route=shorturl

On Africa Day, we celebrate a continent rich in heritage, resilience, and possibility.

Africa’s growth story is being written in our cities, our infrastructure, and the spaces we create. As the Council for the Built Environment, we remain committed to shaping a built environment that is safe, sustainable, and reflective of Africa’s aspirations.

Together, we are building an Africa that works for all.

We are hiring!

Apply here: https://www.cbe.org.za/Pages/Vacancies.asp

Closing Date: 05 June 2026

NOTICE: CHANGE OF DATE

Please take note of the updated date for the Public Works and Infrastructure Summit: 03 July 2026.

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Department of Public Works and Infrastructure

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The Independent Development Trust is recruiting for the Chief Executive Officer position for (5 Year Term Contract)

Suitable and qualified candidates are invited to submit applications to [email protected].

Closing date: 31 May 2026

Save the Date

The 2026 Public Works and Infrastructure Summit will take place on 19 June 2026 in Gauteng.

Convened under the theme: “From Collapse to Confidence”, the Summit will drive critical dialogue on strengthening public and building safety, improving infrastructure asset management, and advancing sustainable infrastructure delivery in South Africa.

Register here to secure your spot: forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=McdkZtZpOUymiApev189dSMAr8GLx1hDgeIzpekU52ZUNjFZRFZNTFZDTDBNSjhVSTFIRlpTMzlOVi4u&route=shorturl