CARLSBAD, CA, March 11, 2011 (Press-News.org) Construction Digital, the top digital media source for global construction news and information, investigates the top projects shaping South Africa, from the Portside Tower in Cape Town--the first skyscraper built since apartheid ended--to the Gautrain, the rapid transit rail designed to move people faster and more efficiently to and from Johannesburg.
In preparation for last year's FIFA World Cup, Johannesburg underwent a dramatic urban renewal to accommodate the influx of people. Other parts of South Africa are following suit with projects in development that include rapid transit, commercial towers and the development of urban areas. From skyscrapers to rail projects, South Africa is planning for future expansion.
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Construction Digital Reveals the Top Projects in South Africa
The first skyscraper built since apartheid ended--to the Gautrain, the rapid transit rail designed to move people faster and more efficiently to and from Johannesburg
2011-03-11
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