Author:Napier, Mark; Berrisford, S; Wanjiku Kihato, C; McGaffin, R; Royston, LDate:Oct 2013This book provides an analytical perspective that is rigorously informed by detailed empirical work, and offers policy advice that is pragmatically grounded in the realities of governance and everyday urban life. Trading Places provides no ...Read more
Author:Meissner, Richard; Funke, Nicola S; Nortje, Karen; Steyn, MaronelDate:Nov 2018This book provides unique insights into the complex issue of water security in South Africa. Based on qualitative research conducted through face-to-face structured interviews and focus group discussions with individuals, traditional leaders, ...Read more
Author:Paige-Green, P; Du Plessis, LDate:Sep 2009During the early 1930's the California Bearing Ratio test (CBR) was developed for the testing of material strength in the laboratory for the design of pavements. The test involves the compaction of a potential road-building material into a ...Read more
Author:Cloete, D; de Villiers, R; Bernstein, A; Segal, N; Altbeker, ADate:Apr 2010In this chapter, the findings of a SAICE report is discussed. Backlogs and infrastructure failures are addressed. Issues such as rehabilitation, the service delivery chain, the current role of engineering in municipalities, and possible ...Read more