The Clay Brick Association represents the clay brick and paver manufacturers of Southern Africa.
We educate on sustainable production and energy-efficient building design.
We inspire sustainable, contemporary brick architecture and building design in all areas of the built environment: commercial, residential and landscape. We undertake research into the safe, sustainable production of clay bricks and pavers. We prepare and distribute property owner guides and builders’ technical manuals to educate South Africans on best practice in masonry construction.
How we serve our members & the public.
The Clay Brick Association of Southern Africa represents the clay brick and paver manufacturers of Southern Africa.
We inspire sustainable, contemporary brick architecture and building design in all areas of the built environment: commercial, residential and landscape. We undertake research into the safe, sustainable production of clay bricks and pavers. We prepare and distribute property owner guides and builders’ technical manuals to educate South Africans on best practice in masonry construction.
Serving property owners, developers and builders
Our goal is to ensure that local property owners achieve long life, good value and sustained performance from brick walling and paving.
Serving our Members
All ClayBrick members are committed to the production and supply of premium products to the building and construction industries, as well as end-users.
Environmentally Conscious
With clay bricks being the material of choice for many building professionals and consumers alike, they also enjoy an international legacy in sustainable building design.
Liaison with Government
The CBA maintains regular contact with the offices of national administrations such as the Department of Mines, Minerals and Energy, and the Department of Housing, to ensure government regulations are adhered to.
Special Projects & Initiatives
ClayBrick.org supports various initiatives pertaining to the reduction of energy usage in buildings, including the development of national standards for walling, as set out by the SABS

Latest News & Articles
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Zonnezicht Retirement Village Durbanville
Interest Group:Building Construction ProfessionalsZonnezicht Retirement Village currently being developed in central Durbanville by Anton Mulder Developers. This three phase development which is under construction on the corner of Koeberg & Park Roads, Durbanville...
Waters Edge Century City
Interest Group:Property Owners & DevelopersWaters Edge is an urban-based development comprising a new residential apartment building looking towards Intaka Island, an E-parking structure that is positioned as a buffer building to Canal Walk, and a promenade park...
Walter Sisulu Square upgrades with clay pavers
Interest Group:Property Owners & DevelopersThe intricate contrast of colour and texture has showcased the best features of clay pavers, more than 400 000 of which were used for the urban enhancement of the iconic Kliptown Walter Sisulu Square of Dedication as well...
Vaal University chooses Ocon Brick
Interest Group:Building Construction ProfessionalsThe decline in construction of new tertiary educational establishments has resulted in greater pressure being placed on existing facilities to accommodate the ever increasing number of students registering to study and...
University of Pretoria releases Energy Usage Study of walling in SA
The University of Pretoria has released results of its Thermal Performance Study, which assessed operational energy use of structures built with six different walling materials. When selecting building materials, developers and architects of green buildings take into...
UCT student wins Most Innovative Landscape award
Interest Group:Brick Manufacturers & MembersKwezi Futshane from the University of Cape Town (UCT) clinched the Most Innovative final-year landscape prize as part of the 2022 Corobrik Student Architecture Awards. His final year thesis uncovers land restitution...
TOP PROJECT: 6 Star Upper Grayston Block F
Interest Group:Property Owners & DevelopersThe Clay Brick Association of South Africa congratulates developer Ron Henderson of Brydens Commercial Properties and Architects Bromag on their innovative and eye-catching solution to energy and resource efficient...
Tongaat Community Centre opens on Mandela Day
Interest Group:Property Owners & DevelopersMandela’s legacy was evident at the KwaZulu-Natal based Isnembe Secondary School on Thursday, 18 July as community members, school and Department of Education representatives, as well as generous sponsors united for the...
The new Royal School Alberton defined by brick
Interest Group:Building Construction ProfessionalsRed Travertine face brick is bringing rich aesthetic appeal and integrity to the construction of Royal School Alberton in Albertsdal.Cosmopolitan Projects’ Leopard’s Rest housing development consists of 4 500 houses of...
