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RUSSIAN COMPANIES TO HELP IMPLEMENT MAJOR INFRASTRUCTURE IN MOZAMBIQUE

Posted on June 1, 2023 by Gambeta News

Moscow and Maputo are discussing the possibility of involving Russian companies in the implementation of major infrastructure projects in Mozambique, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Wednesday.

“A number of Russian companies are showing interest in the Mozambique market, including Kamaz, Inter RAO-Export, and the Pipe Metallurgical Company (TMK …

ANGOLA GOVT. APPROVED CONSTRUCTION OF ORIENTED PROJECT

Posted on June 1, 2023 by Gambeta News

Angolan government approved on tuesday the construction-oriented project during the 4th Ordinary Session of the Economic Commission of the Cabinet Council chaired by the President of the Republic, João Lourenço.

In its press note, released at the end of the Session, the Commission states that this is a five-year project

KENYA GOVT. SEEK ADVICE ON NEW NAIROBI EXPRESSWAY FIVE-LANE PLANS

Posted on June 1, 2023 by Gambeta News

The Nairobi Expressway is seeking public views on the construction of the new Haile-Selassie Exit consisting of five lanes.

The views should also capture the upgrade of the Museum Hill Exit A and the upgrade of the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) Entrance.

“The Government of Kenya through the Kenya

FOREIGN INVESTORS MAKING PLANS TO CONSTRUCT 1,250 AFFORDABLE HOUSES IN RWANDA

Posted on May 31, 2023 by Gambeta News

Canadian investors are among those who have expressed interest in a project to construct 1,250 ‘affordable’ houses on a 19-hectare plot of land in Ndera, Gasabo District of Kigali, according to the Ministry of Infrastructure.

Infrastructure Minister Ernest Nsabimana said that investors, including those from Canada – called Tebo Group …

GHANA PRESIDENT COMMISSIONED Ꞓ85M ELIMINA FISHING PORT

Posted on May 31, 2023 by Gambeta News

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo commissioned the Ꞓ85-million Elmina Fishing Port rehabilitation and expansion Project, in the historic city of Elmina, in the Central Region.

The biggest fishing Harbour constructed in that region has a docking space and deep marine access to ensure the durability and sustainability, as a big …

HOW ACCESS TO CLEAN WATER IS VITAL FOR MALAWI INFRASTRUCTURE

Posted on May 30, 2023 by Gambeta News

Access to clean water is one of the basic human needs. This is why there are concerted efforts by both State and non-State actors to ensure that everyone has access to safe water supply.

Such initiatives are also being implemented in line with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) number six, which …

MOROCCO AND ISRAEL SIGNED DEAL TO BOOST TRANSPORTATION SECTOR

Posted on May 30, 2023May 30, 2023 by Gambeta News

Morocco and Israel signed on Monday three agreements to boost bilateral cooperation in the sector of transportation, including maritime transport.

The accords cover different aspects of the transport sector, including maritime transport, reciprocal recognition of driving licenses, as well as road safety.

Moroccan Minister of Transport Mohamed Abdeljalil signed the …

KENYA AND THREE OTHER AFRICAN COUNTIRES MAKING PLANS TO CONSTRUCT TRANS-AFRICAN RAILWAY LINE

Posted on May 30, 2023 by Gambeta News

Kenya is working with three African countries to connect the Indian and Atlantic Oceans through a trans-African railway line.

President William Ruto said Kenya, Uganda, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), and Congo (Brazzaville) will work on the project.

The agreement will see each state put up a railway …

CONSTRUCTION COMPANY URGED TO REGISTER EMPOLYEE FOR PENSION IN NAMIBIA

Posted on May 29, 2023 by Gambeta News

The Construction Industries Federation (CIF) of Namibia said construction sector employers must register their most vulnerable workers with a pension fund, and assist with contributions.

CIF chief executive officer Bärbel Kirchner said in a statement that the provision applies to all contractors, as per the collective agreement between CIF and …

WHAT HAPPENED AT EGYPT 8TH BUILDERS FORUM

Posted on May 29, 2023 by Gambeta News

Egypt’s Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly inaugurated, on Sunday morning 28-5-2023, the eighth edition of Builders of Egypt Forum, “the largest event in the construction and building sector”, under the theme “Egypt’s Propitious Momentum towards Construction Sector Exportation Regionally”, with the participation of Arab and African delegations in collaboration with …

SEYCHELLES GOVT. ASSESSING BUILDING FOR SOLAR PLANT INSTALLATION

Posted on May 29, 2023 by Gambeta News

The Seychelles’ Public Utilities Corporation (PUC) and the Department of Energy are currently assessing prospective government buildings to install photovoltaic panels, said a top official.

These are the latest steps Seychelles is taking towards achieving 15 percent renewable penetration by 2030 and the greater vision of hitting net-zero emissions by …

ENTREPRENEURSHIP FOR ENGINEERS

Posted on May 26, 2023 by Gambeta News

The Engineer and their role in society.
An engineer is one who had studied engineering from a recognized higher institution of learning, duly registered, and certified or licensed to practice in his/her area of competence by an engineering regulatory body of his/her country or region of residence

Engineers are trained …

DPWI RENEWS FOCUS ON INFRASTRUCTURAL PROJECTS IN SOUTH AFRICA

Posted on May 26, 2023 by Gambeta News

The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) is putting a shoulder to the wheel to roll out Strategic Integrated Projects (SIPs), which are aimed at improving the quality of life for South Africans.

“As a department, we will make our contribution in cementing the vision of a South Africa …

A CRISIS OF CONFIDENCE

Posted on May 26, 2023May 26, 2023 by Gambeta News

There is a significant appetite for infrastructure investment, but the risk issues must be addressed

SA’s infrastructure is under growing pressure, with the demand for services outstripping supply. Public infrastructure is at particular risk of failure, is not coping with normal demand, and is poorly maintained, according to the South …

UGANDA PRESIDENT LAUNCH KIKAGATI MURONGO HDYROELECTRIC POWER PROJECT

Posted on May 26, 2023 by Gambeta News

Uganda’s President, Yoweri Museveni has acknowledged the Late President John Magufuli’s contribution in the successful implementation of the Kikagati Murongo Hydroelectric Power Project located across the Kagera River, along Uganda’s International border with Tanzania.

Addressing the various leaders and officials gathered at the inauguration ceremony of the project on Thursday, …

ABIJAN-LAGOS CORRIDOR HIGHWAY PROJECT MAKING GROUNDS

Posted on May 26, 2023 by Gambeta News

The Vice President, Dr. Alhaji Mahamudu Bawumia, has reiterated the government’s commitment to ensuring the successful implementation of the Abidjan-Lagos Corridor Highway Project.

According to him, the project was on the priority list of the government and it was keenly looking forward to the commencement of the project.

The Vice …

MOROCCO GOVT. APPROVED US$7.6BILLION FUND FOR CONSTRUCTION OF 17 PROJECTS

Posted on May 25, 2023May 25, 2023 by Gambeta News

Morocco’s National Investment Commission on Wednesday announced it approved 17 projects with a combined budget of MAD 76.7 billion ($7.6 billion).

In a meeting chaired by Head of Government Aziz Akhannouch, the investment commission also approved four amendments to existing agreements.

According to a statement, the projects hold “immense economic …

CONSTRUCTION OF TFRF CENTRE FUNDS RELEASED IN TANZANIA

Posted on May 25, 2023 by Gambeta News

Authorities in Kagera Region have hailed the government for allocating over 600m/- for the construction of the Tanzania Fire and Rescue Force (TFRF) center.

Bukoba Urban Legislator (CCM), Mr Stephen Byabato, who is also the Deputy Minister for Energy explained that out of the amount, at least 400m/- had already …

PRESIDENT RAMAPHOSA CUT SOD FOR LESOTHO HIGHLANDS WATER PROJECT (LHWP)

Posted on May 24, 2023 by Gambeta News

President Cyril Ramaphosa has described the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP) as a project that has not only made history but has brought hope to the citizens of both Lesotho and South Africa.

The President was speaking at the launch of Phase 2 of the LHWP at Polihali Dam in …

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