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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"> <html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <head> <meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=UTF-8" /> <title>CE-news</title> <style type="text/css"> .CESA { font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; color: #333; } .CESA p { font-weight: bold; } body,td,th { font-size: 12px; font-family: Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif; color: #333; } body { background-color: #FFF; } h1 { font-size: 24px; color: #36C; } </style> <style type="text/css"> <!-- table.MsoNormalTable { font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; } p.MsoNormal { margin-top:.5pt; margin-right:0mm; margin-bottom:.5pt; margin-left:0mm; font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; } --> </style> </head> <body bgcolor="#FFFFFF" text="#333333" link="#3366CC" vlink="#3366CC" alink="#3366CC"> <table width="1000" border="0" align="left" cellpadding="5" class="fixed"> <tr> <td colspan="2" align="left" valign="top" bgcolor="#FFFFFF" class="fixed"><img src="http://www.cesa.co.za/cenews/jul2017/images/CE-news_Header.jpg" width="1000" height="262" alt=""/></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" bgcolor="#FFFFFF" class="fixed"><center> <a href="http://www.cesa.co.za/awards"> <img src="http://www.cesa.co.za/cenews/jul2017/images/Awards_Banner_2017.jpg" width="750" height="120" alt=""/></a> </center> <h1><strong>Highlights from the CEO</strong></h1></td> <td width="230" rowspan="20" align="center" valign="top" bgcolor="#EEEEEE" class="CESA"><h1><strong>Affiliates of CESA</strong></h1> <p><img src="http://www.cesa.co.za/cenews/jul2017/images/GMIB_Logo.gif" alt="" width="120" height="67" /></p> <p><img src="http://www.cesa.co.za/cenews/jul2017/images/nedbanklogo2.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="67" /></p> <p><img src="http://www.cesa.co.za/cenews/jul2017/images/silversoft-logo.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="67" /></p> <p><img src="http://www.cesa.co.za/images/Old-Mutual-logo.jpg" width="150" height="70" alt=""/></p> <hr /> <p> </p> <p> </p></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" bgcolor="#FFFFFF" class="fixed"> <p> <img align="left" alt="" hspace="10" src="http://www.cesa.co.za/cenews/jul2017/images/CEOs_Highlight.jpg" width="300" height="199" /><strong>Officials to pay court costs</strong> – The Westwood Judgment sets a damning precedent for officials that tinker with the law and opens the way for cost orders to be issued against officials in the municipality. It is a principled judgement that may now cause anxiety amongst certain SCM Committee members (BSC, BEC and BAC) across the public sector after learning of this case, see <a href="http://www.cesa.co.za/uploads/Westwood_full_judgment.pdf"> http://www.cesa.co.za/uploads/Westwood_full_judgment.pdf</a></p> <p><strong>Working at risk</strong> – We have received a number of complaints from member firms, who have undertaken preliminary design work for Clients who have then proceeded to appoint other consulting engineering firms for the next phase of the project without paying the original member firm for their initial work.<br /> Members are reminded of the existence of the CESA Practice Notes that have been developed over many years to protect member firms from, inter alia, this type of malpractice. In particular kindly refer to the following Practice Notes:<br /> <a href="http://www.cesa.co.za/uploads/20170709_-_PN_QRMrsik9_-_Working_at_risk_Rev0.pdf"> http://www.cesa.co.za/uploads/20170709_-_PN_QRMrsik9_-_Working_at_risk_Rev0.pdf</a><br /> <a href="http://www.cesa.co.za/uploads/20170709_-_PN_QRMrisk11_-_Determining_fees_when_working_at_risk_Rev0.pdf"> http://www.cesa.co.za/uploads/20170709_-_PN_QRMrisk11_-_Determining_fees_when_working_at_risk_Rev0.pdf</a><br /> If you wish to access Practice Notes on the CESA website and cannot remember your password, kindly contact Ms Gillian Wands at 011 463 2022 who will assist you.</p> <p><strong>Amendment of EPA, Guideline Fees & Identity of Work</strong> – The following position statement appears on the ECSA website and has been confirmed with them as follows:<br /> The Engineering Profession Act 46 of 2000 (EPA) is in the process of being amended and this is only going to be finalised in 2019. Stakeholders will be able to comment on the amendments during the public consultation stage.</p> <ul> <li>The guideline for professional fees 2017 is held in abeyance until the legislation has been amended </li> <li>ECSA has appointed independent lawyers to formulate the grounds of appeal to the Competitions Commission (CC) ruling – these are not yet finalised. ECSA confirmed that the appeal will also be held in abeyance until the legislation has been amended.</li> </ul> </td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" bgcolor="#FFFFFF" class="fixed"><p class="clear:both"><img src="http://www.cesa.co.za/cenews/jul2017/images/Line.jpg" alt="" width="760" height="4" /></p> <h1><strong><a class="pull-left" href="#"><img src="http://www.cesa.co.za/cenews/jul2017/images/CESA_Icon.jpg" alt="" width="64" class="media-object" align="absmiddle" hspace="5" style="clear:both" /></a></strong>Contractual Affairs & Procurement</h1></td> </tr> <tr> <td width="723" align="left" valign="top" bgcolor="#FFFFFF" class="fixed"> <p> <img align="left" height="213" hspace="10" src="http://www.cesa.co.za/cenews/jul2017/images/Wallys_Section.jpg" width="288" /><strong>BEP Law Amendment Bill 2017</strong> – A gentle reminder that this Bill has been previously disseminated to members for comment. Members are kindly requested to respond directly to ECSA or DPW with their comment (if any). Visit: <a href="http://www.cesa.co.za/uploads/20170709_-_Built_Environment_Professions_Laws_-_Amendment_Bill_2017.pdf"> http://www.cesa.co.za/uploads/20170709_-_Built_Environment_Professions_Laws_-_Amendment_Bill_2017.pdf</a><br /> <br /> <strong>SIPDM Training Seminars</strong> – Since the last edition of CE-news, three more Seminars have been successfully held in Port Elizabeth, Bloemfontein and Mbombela. The SIPDM training course is accredited with two ECSA CPD points and the next training seminars are scheduled for:<br /> 25, 26 July 2017 – Polokwane<br /> 10, 11 Aug 2017 – Rustenburg (new dates)<br /> 22, 23 Aug 2017 – Gauteng<br /> 11, 12 Sept 2017 – Durban (new dates)<br /> 19, 20 Sept 2017 – Cape Town<br /> 3, 4 October 2017 – Mossel Bay<br /> <br /> A new round of exams is in the process of being arranged in conjunction with the CESA Branch Chairmen for July/August 2017 for the delegates (who attended the first eight training seminars held this year). The cost of the exam is R300 excl VAT.<br /> <br /> <strong>The New Public Sector Rules for Procurement in Construction Sector</strong> – A very successful Breakfast Seminar was held on the 5 July 2017, in Midrand at which Dr Ron Watermeyer, a CESA member, explained the principles and requirements of both the SIPDM and the New PPPFA Regulations. The possibility of hosting this seminar' in other CESA regions is currently being considered.<br /> TaranisCo Advisory cc: Application of PPPFA Regulations – One of CESA's training providers has issued an explanatory note and several examples on the application of the PPPFA Regulations that may be of assistance to members. Visit <a href="http://www.cesa.co.za/uploads/20170709_-_TaranisCo_Advisory_cc_-_practical_note_on_PPPFA_Regulations.pdf"> http://www.cesa.co.za/uploads/20170709_-_TaranisCo_Advisory_cc_-_practical_note_on_PPPFA_Regulations.pdf</a></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" bgcolor="#FFFFFF" class="fixed"><p class="clear:both"><img src="http://www.cesa.co.za/cenews/jul2017/images/Line.jpg" alt="" width="760" height="4" /></p> <h1><strong><a class="pull-left" href="#"><img src="http://www.cesa.co.za/cenews/jul2017/images/CESA_Icon.jpg" alt="" width="64" class="media-object" align="absmiddle" hspace="5" style="clear:both" /></a>C</strong>lient Liaison</h1></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" bgcolor="#FFFFFF" class="fixed"> <p> <img align="left" hspace="10" src="http://www.cesa.co.za/cenews/jul2017/images/Client_Liaison.jpg" width="300" height="223" /><strong>SALGA Water and Sanitation Technology and Innovation Showcase</strong> – on 6 July 2017 CESA attended the SALGA /Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands hand-over workshop – technology and innovation. Please visit <a href="http://www.cesa.co.za/node/71">http://www.cesa.co.za/node/71</a> to view the presentations.</p> <p><strong>SACPCMP Presidential Forum Meeting</strong> – The Presidential Forum, constituted by both Private and Public sector stakeholders aims to be the voice of the profession and the industry to promote the designated professions and specified categories. It will further contribute to relevant industry policy development and create opportunities to educate public sector clients, in particular, about the use of these valued professions to protect public interest.</p> <p><strong>CoGTA Bi-Annual Partnership Meeting</strong> – on 23 June 2017, CESA attended the Bi-Annual Partnership Meeting. The department presented the next Phase of 'Back to Basics', following the 3rd Presidential Local Government Summit (previous 'Business Adopt a Municipality' programme). Notes will be sent out to members as soon as they are available.</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" bgcolor="#FFFFFF" class="fixed"> <p class="clear:both"><img src="http://www.cesa.co.za/cenews/jul2017/images/Line.jpg" alt="" width="760" height="4" /></p> <h1><strong><a class="pull-left" href="#"><img src="http://www.cesa.co.za/cenews/jul2017/images/CESA_Icon.jpg" alt="" width="64" class="media-object" align="absmiddle" hspace="5" style="clear:both" /></a></strong>Future Leaders</h1></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" bgcolor="#FFFFFF" class="fixed"> <p><strong>5th Young Professionals Sustainability Imbizo</strong> – themed 'Sustaining the Future of Engineering' will take place at the Accolades Boutique Hotel in Midrand, from 15-16 August 2017. Please click on <a href="http://www.cesa.co.za/node/429">http://www.cesa.co.za/node/429</a> for more information and: <a href="http://www.cesa.co.za/eventreg?id=45"> http://www.cesa.co.za/eventreg?id=45</a> to register. Investment: R4 510.00 incl VAT</p> <p><strong>CESA Job Shadow Initiative</strong> – A day in a Life of a Consulting Engineer. Member firms are encouraged to conclude their Job Shadowing initiatives and start preparing their evidence and posters for submission into the Job Shadow Poster Competition. The goal of the CESA YPF Job Shadowing Initiative is to expose and entice School Learners to careers in the mathematics, science and multifaceted engineering fields, but more so to join the consulting engineering profession. We give learners an experience like no other: they get a chance to imagine, live, work and play Engineering – opening their minds to a world of possibilities. The deadline for submission is close of business on 4 August 2017. For more information: <a href="http://www.cesa.co.za/node/613">http://www.cesa.co.za/node/613</a></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" bgcolor="#FFFFFF"><p class="clear:both"><img src="http://www.cesa.co.za/cenews/jul2017/images/Line.jpg" alt="" width="760" height="4" /></p> <h1><strong><a class="pull-left" href="#"><img src="http://www.cesa.co.za/cenews/jul2017/images/CESA_Icon.jpg" alt="" width="64" class="media-object" align="absmiddle" hspace="5" style="clear:both" /></a></strong>Marketing & Events</h1></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" bgcolor="#FFFFFF" class="fixed"> <p> <img align="left" hspace="10" src="http://www.cesa.co.za/cenews/jul2017/images/Marketing_and_Events_3434.jpg" width="300" height="400" /><strong>Registration Open for the CESA Relay</strong> - The Gauteng Relay will take place on Saturday, 26th August 2017 at the Riversand Farm, Fourways. The Relay website is currently open for registration and for the booking of sites: <a href="http://cesa.co.za/relay/index.php?sec=reg"> http://cesa.co.za/relay/index.php?sec=reg</a><br /> <br /> NB: Please note you will be allowed to bring your own food and drinks at the Riversand Farm in Fourways.</p> <p>We would like to encourage participation from all the Universities within Gauteng and if, as a member firm, you have an Engineering bursar from any of these Universities, we encourage you to register these students for the Relay. They will participate in the University Entrant category.</p> <p><strong>Upcoming Events</strong></p> <table border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="1" style="width: 400px"> <tr> <td bgcolor="#D5D3D3" style="width: 110px"><p><strong>DATE</strong></p></td> <td bgcolor="#D5D3D3" style="width: 321px"><p><strong>EVENT</strong></p></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 110px"><p>25 July</p></td> <td style="width: 321px"><p>Mpumalanga Presidential visit</p></td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 110px"><p>31 July</p></td> <td style="width: 321px"><p>North West, Mafikeng Presidential visit</p></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 110px"><p>16 August </p></td> <td valign="top" style="width: 321px"><p>CESA Aon Engineering Excellence Awards</p></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 110px"><p>26 August </p></td> <td valign="top" style="width: 321px"><p>CESA Relay - Gauteng</p></td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="top" style="width: 110px"><p>13 October </p></td> <td valign="top" style="width: 321px"><p>Presidential Golf Challenge - Johannesburg</p></td> </tr> </table> <p><em>To view our online Events Calendar please visit: </em> <a href="http://www.cesa.co.za/node/13"><em>http://www.cesa.co.za/node/13</em></a></p></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" bgcolor="#FFFFFF" class="fixed"><p class="clear:both"><img src="http://www.cesa.co.za/cenews/jul2017/images/Line.jpg" alt="" width="760" height="4" /></p> <h1><strong><a class="pull-left" href="#"><img src="http://www.cesa.co.za/cenews/jul2017/images/CESA_Icon.jpg" alt="" width="64" class="media-object" align="absmiddle" hspace="5" style="clear:both" /></a></strong>Communications</h1></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" bgcolor="#FFFFFF" class="fixed"> <p> <img align="left" hspace="10" src="http://www.cesa.co.za/cenews/jul2017/images/Communications.jpg" width="300" height="199" />The following is a list of press releases and newsworthy items from the past month:</p> <p><strong>CESA Aon - Celebrating Engineering Excellence</strong><br /> "Consulting Engineers and the engineering community are once again gearing up for another spectacular occasion celebrating innovation, quality, outstanding workmanship and professionalism in the engineering industry," says Chris Campbell, CEO of Consulting Engineers South Africa. <a href="http://www.cesa.co.za/node/629">http://www.cesa.co.za/node/629</a></p> <p><strong>CESA-Aon Excellence in Engineering Awards</strong> - Transform SA <em>Johannesburg, 28 June 2017</em> "Consulting Engineers and the engineering community are once again gearing up for another spectacular occasion celebrating innovation, quality, outstanding workmanship and professionalism in the engineering industry," says Chris Campbell, CEO of Consulting Engineers South Africa (CESA). <a href="http://transformsa.co.za/2017/06/cesa-aon-celebrating-engineering-excellence/"> http://transformsa.co.za/2017/06/cesa-aon-celebrating-engineering-excellence/</a></p> <p><strong>Outlook for Earnings in consulting engineering sector</strong> – <br /> The Consulting Engineers South Africa (CESA) Bi-annual Economic and Capacity Survey (BECS) for the period July to December 2016, just released indicates that earnings have reached an upper turning point with a softer growth outlook in the medium term. <a href="http://www.cesa.co.za/node/628">http://www.cesa.co.za/node/628</a></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" bgcolor="#FFFFFF" class="fixed"><p class="clear:both"><img src="http://www.cesa.co.za/cenews/jul2017/images/Line.jpg" alt="" width="760" height="4" /></p> <h1><strong><a class="pull-left" href="#"><img src="http://www.cesa.co.za/cenews/jul2017/images/CESA_Icon.jpg" alt="" width="64" class="media-object" align="absmiddle" hspace="5" style="clear:both" /></a></strong>Members in the News</h1></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" bgcolor="#FFFFFF" class="fixed"> <p><strong>Mott MacDonald Africa</strong> – This member firm is part of the Matla a Metsi joint venture appointed by the Lesotho Highlands Development Authority (LHDA) to oversee the design and construction supervision of the R445million Polihali dam.<br /> The dam is one of the two main water transfer components of Phase 2 of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP), with work expected to start this month, visit <br /> <a href="http://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/lhda-appoints-jv-to-oversee-polihali-dam-design-construction-2017-07-05"> http://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/lhda-appoints-jv-to-oversee-polihali-dam-design-construction-2017-07-05</a> <br /> <br /> <strong>Company leads by example in new green premises</strong> - Engineering consultant WSP Africa, will be moving to their new head office in Knightsbridge office park in Bryanston, in September, providing its clients with a stellar example of a sustainable building project, visit <a href="http://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/company-leads-by-example-in-new-green-premises-2017-06-30/rep_id:4136"> http://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/company-leads-by-example-in-new-green-premises-2017-06-30/rep_id:4136</a> <br /> <br /> <strong>Company brings consulting engineering into digital age</strong> - With the introduction of advanced technologies across all industries, engineering and project management consultancy, Royal HaskoningDHV South Africa, stresses that consulting engineering companies must find ways to embrace the era of digitalisation in their <a href="http://www.engineeringnews.co.za/topic/operations">operations</a> or risk becoming obsolete, visit <a href="http://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/company-brings-consulting-engineering-into-digital-age-2017-06-30"> http://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/company-brings-consulting-engineering-into-digital-age-2017-06-30</a> <br /> <br /> <strong>African hydropower plant receives international recognition</strong> - International recognition of Aurecon's local hydropower development clients, including Renewable Energy Holdings (REH), marks a stamp of approval for the South African hydropower industry, visit <br /> <a href="http://crown.co.za/latest-news/mechchem-africa-latest-news/4689-african-hydropower-plant-achieves-international-recognition"> http://crown.co.za/latest-news/mechchem-africa-latest-news/4689-african-hydropower-plant-achieves-international-recognition</a> <br /> <br /> <strong>AECOM addresses infrastructure panel at WEF on Africa 2017</strong> - Speaking during the Agenda 2063: Infrastructure Update discussion panel at the World Economic Forum on Africa from 3 to 5 May 2017 in Durban, AECOM Chief Executive – Africa, Carlos Poñe emphasised that the consulting engineering company focused on the interface between design, build, construction, and master planning, visit <a href="http://crown.co.za/latest-news/construction-world-latest-news/4665-aecom-addresses-infrastructure-panel-at-wef-on-africa-2017"> http://crown.co.za/latest-news/construction-world-latest-news/4665-aecom-addresses-infrastructure-panel-at-wef-on-africa-2017</a> <br /> <br /> <strong>SMEC South Africa wins Fulton Award</strong> - The overall winner for the Infrastructure Category in the 2017 Fulton Awards was the Mount Edgecombe Interchange, submitted by SMEC South Africa as Principal Agent for the client, the South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL), visit <a href="http://crown.co.za/latest-news/construction-world-latest-news/4668-smec-south-africa-wins-fulton-award"> http://crown.co.za/latest-news/construction-world-latest-news/4668-smec-south-africa-wins-fulton-award</a> <br /> <br /> <strong>Arup: Final year achiever participates at Cambridge</strong> - The Arup Education Trust's (AET) top final year achiever for 2016, Ms Comfort Matlakala, recently visited the University of Cambridge to take part in the Interdisciplinary Design for the Built Environment (IDBE) programme. The AET was launched in South Africa in 2011 and owns 30% of Arup Pty (Ltd), visit <a href="http://crown.co.za/marketplace/4669-arup-final-year-achiever-participates-at-cambridge"> http://crown.co.za/marketplace/4669-arup-final-year-achiever-participates-at-cambridge</a> </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" bgcolor="#FFFFFF" class="fixed"><p class="clear:both"><img src="http://www.cesa.co.za/cenews/jul2017/images/Line.jpg" alt="" width="760" height="4" /></p> <h1><strong><a class="pull-left" href="#"><img src="http://www.cesa.co.za/cenews/jul2017/images/CESA_Icon.jpg" alt="" width="64" class="media-object" align="absmiddle" hspace="5" style="clear:both" /></a></strong>Sector News</h1></td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" bgcolor="#FFFFFF" class="fixed"> <p><strong>Mike Muller on water saving</strong> - In planning for the future saving water needs to become the norm to beat a drought in Gauteng says Mike Muller, a former director-general of water affairs and commissioner of the National Planning Commission and a visiting adjunct professor at the Wits School of Governance. He believes that the Department of Water and Sanitation, Rand Water and municipalities must learn from the Western Cape's mistakes. For more, please visit: <br /> <a href="https://www.businesslive.co.za/bd/opinion/2017-07-10-saving-water-needs-to-become-the-norm-to-beat-a-drought-in-gauteng/">https://www.businesslive.co.za/bd/opinion/2017-07-10-saving-water-needs-to-become-the-norm-to-beat-a-drought-in-gauteng/</a></p> <p><strong>NSTF July 2017 Newsletter</strong> – CESA is a member of the NSTF. Find the latest bursaries in the science, engineering and technology (SET) section of the NSTF as well as news about the NDP, visit <a href="http://www.cesa.co.za/uploads/20170709_-_NSTF_Newsletter_-_July_2017.docx"> http://www.cesa.co.za/uploads/20170709_-_NSTF_Newsletter_-_July_2017.docx</a></p> <p><strong>Change in ILGM Presidency</strong> – The current ILGM President, Mr Mxolisi Nkosi, is no longer working in local government and has stepped down as president, hence the Vice President, Mr Conel Mackay has taken over as President. </p> <p><strong>2017 Gauteng Infrastructure Investment Conference</strong> – will be held on 27-28 July 2017 at Gallagher Estate, Midrand. Address enquiries to Lola Nongqo, Gauteng Growth and Development Agency SOC Limited, T: 011 085 2362, <a href="mailto:lolam@ggda.co.za">lolam@ggda.co.za</a>, <a href="http://www.ggda.co.za">www.ggda.co.za</a> </p> <p><strong>Science and Sustainable Tourism</strong> – On 3-4 August 2017, Kempton Park, Gauteng, the National Science and Technology Forum (NSTF) is hosting a national Discussion Forum on Science and Sustainable Tourism. The United Nations has declared 2017 the International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development, visit <a href="http://www.cesa.co.za/uploads/20170709_-_Science_n_Sustainable_Tourism_-_discussion_forum.docx"> http://www.cesa.co.za/uploads/20170709_-_Science_n_Sustainable_Tourism_-_discussion_forum.docx</a></p> <p><strong>14th IWA Specialist Conference on Watershed and River Basin Management</strong> – Will be held from 9 – 11 October at the Skukuza Camp, Kruger National Park. Visit the Conference website <a href="http://wisa.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=9e853224af81da7cf3e87bda1&id=ce64e49760&e=4c74c05154"> http://www.rbm2017.com</a> for further details on the event and to facilitate online registration.</p> <p><strong>IMESA Conference 2017</strong> - Online Registration is now open for the Conference, which will be held at Emperor's Palace in Gauteng from 25 - 27 October 2017. Please click on <a href="http://registrations.imesa.org.za/"> http://registrations.imesa.org.za/</a>, to register. Note the 'early bird' registration ends on 31 July 2017.</p> <p><strong>Local Government Law short course</strong> - The Mandela Institute at Wits School of Law is offering this short course as a block release from 30 Oct –3 Nov 2017. Closing date for applications of 18 August 2017, visit<a href="http://email.vdw.co.za/wf/click?upn=BmL7tFHM2886dY7LEJpiRYI-2F6BJbVc-2Bc8Wsy762u8j9wwdjUlDDbEVLpa9416Rm3dUvkmZttSrUzej3KGHG4HO4tzbg0HAMQH9R-2FRK4lXt9-2BXKdMvmjIFLwamYj8Hh7S_toRO8pFhbNfmKuV-2F9V9tObMGfm6G-2B4OFZj5zaVFTbnWXp5MECjLKqEQkdRaNXsvygYpumAdfF5-2FDoRVrySJLc3FbVA0-2BIfj0aofh7BvYavoZpHu-2BdiXuJ4rSChNQDB0ElogFepNXwdYL5uVkouAqX0zp-2BTHGEuqYkfLrMu5AF71t8j-2FMpgMFazC-2B1ukRlLvLQPzmx21wXhhNkunp0-2FHIzkxvW7-2FebidyNdyC2yawGC5bxDi8r9hREHYDJwa3pH0-2FFdhVPwKR0uhR6kJ-2BnmQf5XOS7JR-2BytZisJVdEjkd-2F1fnQtqGibbFV5rqwVWTwpePQwHk-2B8tuhWp-2BSFbM-2BdcwD7Evdy3cUDK-2BWWMPcl6ChUphN-2BbNcMoWz7Q5D5FttB-2FQQ0N0bAzf-2BQNVLByNuDQN1g-3D-3D">http://www.wits.ac.za/mandelainstitute/short-courses/2017-short-courses---an-overview/</a></p> <p><strong>2017 South African National Committee on Large Dams (SANCOLD) Conference</strong> - Will be held in Centurion, Tshwane from 5 - 7 November 2017. The general theme of the SANCOLD Conference 2017 is "Management of dams and reservoirs in Southern Africa".<br /> Enquiries - Ms Nomthandazo Buthelezi, <a href="mailto:secretariat@sancold2017.org.za"> secretariat@sancold2017.org.za</a>, Tel +27 11 676 3000</p> <p><strong>WISA 2018 Biennial Conference</strong> – Will be held from 24-27 June 2018 at CTICC in Cape Town. Abstract deadline extended to 18 August 2017.<br /> Enquiries: Charné Millett-Clay, Scatterlings Conference & Events, Tel: 011 463 5085, <a href="mailto:charne@soa.com">charne@soa.com</a> or visit <a href="http://www.wisa2018.org.za">www.wisa2018.org.za</a> </p> <p><strong>PROCSA Training Webinar</strong> - This Webinar provides Structural Engineering Consultants with a detailed understanding of the application of the PROCSA Structural Engineer Client / Consultant Agreement. This Agreement has been harmonised with the other Professions, in order to reduce Project risk and maintain profit for both the Client and their Consultant. The Webinar will be presented by John Truter of WSP, on 27 July 2017, see <a href="http://www.cesa.co.za/uploads/20170718_-_PROCSA_Webinar_series_-_27_July_2017.docx"> http://www.cesa.co.za/uploads/20170718_-_PROCSA_Webinar_series_-_27_July_2017.docx</a>.</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td align="left" valign="top" bgcolor="#FFFFFF" class="fixed"><p class="clear:both"><img src="http://www.cesa.co.za/cenews/jul2017/images/Line.jpg" alt="" width="760" height="4" /></p> <p>CE-news Contributions<br /> • Email or phone Dennis Ndaba at dennis@cesa.co.za or 011 463 2022 to contribute news, comment etc. <br /> • Email Wally Mayne at wallym@cesa.co.za if you work for a member firm and would like to receive a copy of this newsletter direct.<br /> • News of member firms is usually provided by the firms themselves or copied from their newsletters or the media.</p> <p>Copyright © CESA 2017</p></td> </tr> </table> </body> </html>