Education
Design challenges that build the skills engineers need to tackle complex socio-technical problems.
Empowering engineers to empower communities
We work alongside communities to co-create sustainable, engineering-led solutions to local challenges.
1,200+
Students trained
50+
Communities impacted
10
Student chapters
10,000+
People reached
Who we are
Engineering that serves people
Engineers Without Borders South Africa (EWB-SA) empowers communities to develop sustainable solutions to local challenges through engineering.
By connecting students, professionals and community leaders, we co-create innovative approaches to improving water security, energy access, infrastructure, food systems and climate resilience across South Africa. Our mission is to ensure engineering serves people, strengthens communities and drives lasting social impact.
Our work
Three pillars, one mission
Community impact
Working alongside communities to co-create and install the infrastructure they need.
Leadership development
Growing the next generation of engineering leaders who put people first.
Donors
Supported by
Our donors and partners make our work with communities possible.
Let’s build something together
Give your time and skills as a volunteer, and help engineers empower communities.