National Home Builders Registration Council

02/09/2026

Western Cape | NHBRC Research Agenda 2026–2030 Stakeholder Consultation

Dear Valued Stakeholder,

Today, we are hosting the Research Agenda 2026–2030 Stakeholder Consultation in the Western Cape.

You can also join us Online (Microsft Teams) as we engage with key stakeholders to identify emerging priorities, challenges and opportunities that can advance housing quality, innovation and consumer protection.

Link to join:
https://zaf01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/ap/t-59584e83/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fteams.microsoft.com%2Fmeet%2F392438324825936%3Fp%3DZdQwK6ayAzOrNSVD1l&data=05%7C02%7Cnkululekob%40nhbrc.org.za%7C2b40b7bce1d547c54af508df08c5161a%7C3fa2c7f23ceb4b67aec908d186f26abc%7C0%7C0%7C639239314921869969%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=B1QYa1iIBZep0GZIjAx9u3d7RLjAsBzM6pSznwOotj8%3D&reserved=0

We look forward to shaping the next chapter of housing research with you.

The NHBRC Team

31/08/2026

Tamlyn Bouwer, Acting Chief Executive Officer of the NHBRC; Mimi Masal, Divisional Director of Operations at Cashbuild; Dr Ella Ford-Mthethwa, Chairperson of the International Relations Desk of the Black Management Forum (BMF); and Fortunate Seroka, representative of the TUT Building Science Department, joined Deputy Minister Tandi Mahambehlala for a panel discussion with built environment students from TUT, UJ, Wits and UNISA.

The discussion focused on leadership, transformation, access to opportunities, and the meaningful participation of women in the built environment sector, while encouraging young women to pursue careers and leadership roles within the industry.

The Department of Human Settlements and its entities remain committed to advancing the full participation of women across the human settlements value chain, including the implementation of initiatives aimed at ensuring that a minimum of 40% of procurement spend benefits women-owned enterprises.

31/08/2026

30/08/2026

NHBRC Acting Chief Executive Officer, Tamlyn Bouwer, will join the Deputy Minister of Human Settlements, Tandi Mahambehlala, at the closing event of the 2026 Women’s Month Campaign.

The event, which will feature a special session dedicated to Young Women in the Built Environment, will be held at the TUT Pretoria West Prestige Auditorium, Dinokeng (Building 21).

The engagement seeks to empower young women by fostering meaningful discussions on leadership, transformation, skills development, and access to opportunities within the built environment sector. It also aims to inspire greater participation and representation of women in shaping the future of the industry.

30/08/2026

MEDIA ADVISORY
30 AUGUST 2026

MINISTER SIMELANE TO HOST A DIALOGUE TO ADVANCE WOMEN’S PARTICIPATION IN THE HUMAN SETTLEMENTS SECTOR

The Minister of Human Settlements, Thembi Simelane will close the 2026 Women’s Month by hosting a Women in Human Settlements Sector Dialogue.

Convened under the theme, “Value Chain Opportunities for Women in the Human Settlements Sector, Empowered Women - Empower the Nation”, the Dialogue will provide an evidence-based platform for reflection, recognition and forward commitment on women's economic empowerment in the human settlements sector.

https://www.dhs.gov.za/node/2309

28/08/2026

The NHBRC hosted a Technical Skills Training and Builders Workshop in Mashishimale Tribal Office, Phalaborwa, Limpopo.

The workshop and training formed part of the NHBRC Women's Month programme aimed at empowering women through technical skills development, enhance their knowledge of the construction industry, and encourage greater participation of women in the built environment sector.

28/08/2026

Eastern Cape | NHBRC Research Agenda 2026–2030 Stakeholder Consultation

Dear Valued Stakeholder,

Today, we are hosting the Research Agenda 2026–2030 Stakeholder Consultation in the Eastern Cape.

You can also join us Online (Microsft Teams) as we engage with key stakeholders to identify emerging priorities, challenges and opportunities that can advance housing quality, innovation and consumer protection.

Link to join:
https://zaf01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/ap/t-59584e83/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fteams.microsoft.com%2Fmeet%2F352263265970650%3Fp%3DIf9qqhdVWfxbRu55wG&data=05%7C02%7Cnkululekob%40nhbrc.org.za%7Cc670873acfd14eee81d008df04e2adf1%7C3fa2c7f23ceb4b67aec908d186f26abc%7C0%7C0%7C639235043791672501%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Eh1spJDjusQkEbV4PKwDhw2nru0ndbxP3me66uO2re4%3D&reserved=0

We look forward to shaping the next chapter of housing research with you.

The NHBRC Team

27/08/2026

The NHBRC Acting Chief Executive Officer, Tamlyn Bouwer, joined Human Settlements Minister, Thembi Simelane, at the HDA Women Who Build the Nation Summit held in Sandton.

The summit brought together leaders from government, state entities, the private sector, academia, and civil society to advance dialogue on inclusive development, economic empowerment, and nation-building.

Addressing delegates, Minister Simelane called for greater unity among women in the built environment, highlighting the importance of unlocking investment opportunities, driving innovation, and creating an enabling environment for women to thrive across the human settlements sector.

The event reaffirmed the collective commitment to advancing women’s participation and leadership in shaping sustainable and inclusive human settlements.

27/08/2026

26/08/2026

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Link: https://nhbrc.org.za/career/tender-and-contracts-administrator/