Welcome to Cape Construction News
At Cape Construction News, we believe that informed communities build stronger futures. Whether you're a contractor in Johannesburg, an engineer in Durban, or a policymaker in Pretoria, our mission is to keep you connected to the pulse of Africa’s construction industry—with a special focus on Cape Town and South Africa.
What We Do
We deliver timely, accurate, and insightful news that matters to professionals in construction, infrastructure development, and urban planning. From groundbreaking public works projects to emerging technologies and regulatory shifts, we cut through the noise to bring you what’s truly relevant.
Topics We Cover
Our daily coverage includes:
- Major infrastructure projects across South Africa and the continent
- Market trends, material costs, and supply chain developments
- Innovations in sustainable building and green construction
- Policy changes, tenders, and government procurement updates
- Profiles of leading firms, engineers, and project leaders
- On-the-ground reporting from Cape Town and beyond
About the Creator
I’m Serena Gallagher, a Cape Town-based journalist and former construction project coordinator with over 15 years in the industry. After witnessing how fragmented information held back small contractors and delayed public projects, I founded Cape Construction News to bridge the gap between decision-makers and the facts they need. This isn’t just a blog—it’s a resource built by someone who’s been on site, in meetings, and under deadlines.
Why This Website Exists
Too often, vital construction news is buried in PDFs, scattered across trade journals, or locked behind paywalls. I created this site because I believed professionals deserved a single, trusted source—free, clear, and consistently updated. Whether you’re tracking a new highway tender in the Western Cape or evaluating the impact of new building codes in Gauteng, we’re here to make it easier.
Our Values
Our approach is simple: accuracy over speed, context over clickbait, and transparency over speculation. Every article is researched, verified, and written with the practitioner in mind. We don’t chase trends—we follow trends that matter. And we never accept paid promotion disguised as news.
Contact Us
We value your feedback, tips, and story ideas. Reach out directly to me at [email protected] or visit our office at 1 Rhodes Drive, Bishopscourt, Cape Town, 7708, South Africa. Let’s build a more informed industry—together.