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Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal endeavours to keep its members informed of new developments in the construction industry, along with other industry pertinent matters, such as changes to legislation, contractual and legal matters, Health and safety advancements and more.
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Newsletters
Thursday, 13 February 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
Newsletter Feb 2025 »
Contruction Industry News & Views 3 February 2025...
Monday, 06 March 2023   (0 Comments - view/add)
Tuesday, 28 February 2023   (0 Comments - view/add)
Construction Industry News and Views - 01 November 2021 »
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Monday, 27 February 2023   (0 Comments - view/add)
Construction Industry News and Views - 7 Feb 2022 »
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Monday, 27 February 2023   (0 Comments - view/add)
Construction Industry News and Views - 07 March 2022 »
    Construction Industry News and Views Edition 201 07...
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Contractual & Legal
Monday, 06 October 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
Does an Employer have right of recourse to a Subcontractor? »
It often occurs after handover of a project, that an Employer may have found certain defects in works executed by a Subcon...
Monday, 01 September 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
From Delay to Delivery: Working together on faster plan approvals »
Delays in the approval of building plans remain one of the most pressing challenges facing the construction sector in KwaZ...
Monday, 04 August 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
The influence of Public Policy on Contracts »
It is trite that contracts may be void for illegality for a variety of reasons. Usually, these illegalities are cited as g...
Monday, 07 July 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
Primacy of Arbitration Affirmed »
Introduction  The Supreme Court of Appeal (“SCA”) has recently reaffirmed the binding nature of arbitration clauses...
Sunday, 01 June 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
Guidelines for Construction Contractual Notice »
Ensuring Clarity, Compliance and Claims Protection from the perspective of a Contractor Contractual notices are a vital...
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Occupational Health & Safety
Monday, 06 October 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
Improving Incident and Accident Investigations in the South African Construction Industry »
Improving incident and accident investigations in the South African construction industry: A human factors/ergonomics pers...
Monday, 01 September 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
Enhancing Safety in Construction: The Role of the MBSA Audit System »
The Master Builders South Africa (MBSA) Audit System is designed to improve health and safety compliance in the constructi...
Monday, 04 August 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
Motor Vehicle Accidents in the South African Construction Industry: A Persistent Safety Concern »
Introduction Motor vehicle accidents (MVAs) remain one of the most significant yet preventable safety challenges in the...
Monday, 07 July 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
The impact of fatigue & long hours on South African construction safety »
Introduction Fatigue is a silent but serious threat on construction sites across South Africa. While long hours are oft...
Monday, 02 June 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
Struck-by Accidents in The South Africa Construction Industry »
In South Africa's construction industry, "struck-by" accidents are a significant concern. According to the Federated Emplo...
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Labour Relations
Monday, 06 October 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
Employment Equity Certificate of Compliance »
The Department of Employment Labour Have Indicated that businesses seeking state contracts will be issued with an Emp...
Monday, 04 August 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
Employment of Foreign Nationals in South Africa »
The Immigration Act of South Africa regulates the employment of Foreign Nationals. Here are some key points to consider:&n...
Monday, 07 July 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
Employment Equity Plans, what you need to know! »
The Constitution of the Republic of South Africa is built on a fundamental principle of the achievement of equality. Secti...
Sunday, 04 May 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
Probationary Periods »
A well-structured probationary period is a vital part of employee onboarding and management, in any business. Understandin...
Monday, 03 March 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
What are an employer’s legal obligations to an employee once the employment relationship ends? »
The employment relationship ends when: An employee is dismissed An employee resigns An employee is retrenched...
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Training
Monday, 06 October 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
SACPCMP Registration Update – Limited Special Dispensation »
The South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions (SACPCMP) has introduced new registratio...
Monday, 01 September 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
Why should businesses invest in human capital »
Investment in human capital refers to the process of improving the skills, knowledge, health and abilities of people to en...
Monday, 04 August 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
Skills Development is a lifelong necessity »
The world is evolving whether it adapting to new technologies, meeting workplace demands or pursuing personal growth, cont...
Monday, 07 July 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
Youth empowerment focuses on education and skills development »
With National Youth Day falling on 16 June, June is cerebrated as youth month. Youth empowerment in South Africa means eq...
Sunday, 01 June 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
Keep Track of Your SACPCMP CPD Points »
Keep track of your SACPCMP Continuous Professional Development (CPD) points and avoid being deregistered at the end o...
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Industry & General News
Monday, 06 October 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
The World is changing and so is construction: What does this mean for South Africa? »
  Take a drive through any South African city and you’ll see a familiar sight of potholes in the road, housing dev...
Monday, 06 October 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
Data Breaches and Social Engineering »
In recent years there have been many reports of high-profile data breaches, resulting in chaos for organisations that fell...
Friday, 12 September 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
Master Builders South Africa - Congress 2025 »
The Master Builders South Africa (MBSA) Congress was held on 5 September at the Sun City Convention Centre, North West Pro...
Monday, 01 September 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
Approaching Retirement? Here’s What to Do with Your Retirement Savings at ages 55 and 65 »
Reaching 55 or 65 is not just about milestone birthdays, rather these are major turning points in your retirement journey....
Tuesday, 26 August 2025   (0 Comments - view/add)
Purpose of the Employment Equity Committee »
The Employment Equity Committee (EEC) is essential for promoting diversity, addressing discrimination, and ensuring compli...
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Press Releases
Monday, 10 October 2022   (0 Comments - view/add)
Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal Annual Awards 2022 »
(L to R) Vikashnee Harbhajan-Executive Director: Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal; Sanjeev Nirghin-Divisional Managing Direct...
Wednesday, 27 November 2019   (0 Comments - view/add)
Master Builders KwaZulu- Natal Annual Awards 2018 »
Master Builders KwaZulu- Natal Annual Awards 2018 Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal held its Annual Awards event at the Du...
Wednesday, 27 November 2019   (0 Comments - view/add)
MBSA Press Release »
MBSA Press Release MBSA Congress to Address State Of SA Construction Sector The annual Master Builders South Afri...
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COVID-19
Sunday, 26 February 2023   (0 Comments - view/add)
COVID-19 eBulletin Archive »
Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal has sent out numerous eBulletins to its membership base, to keep members updated on all pert...
Sunday, 26 February 2023   (0 Comments - view/add)
COVID-19 Information Portal »
    The World Health Organisation (WHO) declared the outbreak of the COVID-19 virus a pandemic, and t...
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