Bigen

25/05/2026

Development Advisory & Impact

The Lesotho Highlands Water Project is not only about dams and tunnels but also about people. By working with communities through our Social Development Master Plan, Bigen helps ensure the benefits last long after construction.

From new jobs and skills to stronger local economies, this project is helping families build secure futures.

Because true impact means turning infrastructure into opportunity.

Read more: Watch the video at the bottom of our home page. https://bit.ly/4fD3gib

21/05/2026

Behind The Build – Henk Bester

With 29 years of experience, Henk has worked on projects from Namibia to Brazil, Australia to Saudi Arabia. As Managing Director of Bigen’s Transportation Directorate, he is passionate about finding practical solutions that make transport systems more efficient, affordable, and sustainable.

From railways to logistics, his work is about more than infrastructure, it is about connecting people, economies, and opportunities across Africa.
"Partnerships with practical solutions will drive Africa’s transformation."

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4tS5fmv

20/05/2026

We are hiring - Bigen empowers social and economic growth by developing sustainable engineering solutions, we are a leading infrastructure development company with a growing footprint. We have the following Limited Duration Contract and permanent vacancies at our Pretoria office. If you want to be part of a values-based organization, please apply directly on our website using the link provided.
https://www.scubedonline.co.za/Bigen_Recruitment/vacancy-posting.aspx

20/05/2026

We are hiring - Bigen empowers social and economic growth by developing sustainable engineering solutions. We are a leading infrastructure development company with a growing footprint, and we have the following permanent vacancy at our Pretoria office. If you want to be part of a values-based organization, please apply directly on our website using the link provided.
https://www.scubedonline.co.za/Bigen_Recruitment/vacancy-posting.aspx

18/05/2026

From mud walls to modern classrooms

Every child and educator deserves to learn and teach in a safe, dignified and properly equipped environment.

Bigen is proud to support the Department of Basic Education’s Accelerated Schools Infrastructure Delivery Initiative (ASIDI), helping improve schools across South Africa through the provision of water, sanitation and electricity infrastructure.

By helping address infrastructure backlogs in schools, the initiative is creating better learning environments and restoring dignity to communities across the country.

Because when we invest in schools, we invest in the future of South Africa.

14/05/2026

Behind The Build – Rineshree Naicker

Behind every impactful infrastructure project is a leader who understands it is not just about what we build, but why we build it.

With over 20 years of experience in project and development management, human settlement development, feasibility studies, and municipal infrastructure, Executive Director Rineshree Naicker is driving change that improves lives across South Africa and beyond.

“Engineering is a valuable tool in ensuring that infrastructure solutions are not only technically sound, but meaningful in their impact.”

Passionate about uplifting communities, Rineshree believes engineering is more than a profession, it is a calling to make a difference.

Let’s celebrate leaders who build with purpose, vision, and heart!

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3PhmiA6

10/05/2026

01/05/2026

Did You Know? Worker’s Day

At Bigen we believe everyone has a right to work. That is why every project we deliver is designed not only to provide infrastructure, but to create meaningful job opportunities and skills development along the way.

Because infrastructure should do more than connect places, it should unlock dignity, opportunity and sustainable livelihoods.

This Worker’s Day, we honour the people whose labour builds the foundations of progress across Africa.

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27/04/2026

Happy Freedom Day!

At Bigen we believe freedom is more than a date on the calendar, it is about creating equal opportunities for all.
This Freedom Day, we reflect on South Africa’s journey and reaffirm our commitment to:
• Inclusive workplaces where everyone has a voice
• Economic participation through local job creation and skills development
• Equality and empowerment in every project we deliver.

Because building infrastructure is not just about roads, water, or energy, it is about building future where all South Africans can thrive.

23/04/2026

Behind The Build – Dr Mthandazo Ngwenya.

Dr Mthandazo Ngwenya, MD: Development Advisory and Impact, plays a key role in advancing Bigen’s mission to deliver infrastructure that enables sustainable development and community upliftment.

“Engineering is not just about infrastructure solutions, it is about creating lasting impact where it matters most.”

His expertise lies in development planning, infrastructure delivery and driving outcomes that benefit communities at scale.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/48jN4Oy