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JULIUS BERGER PROMISED TO FINISH 2ND NIGER BRIDGE ON TIME

Posted on February 18, 2020 by Gambeta News

Julius Berger to finish construction of 2nd Niger Bridge by 2022. The contractor for the 2nd Niger Bridge construction in Nigeria, Julius Berger has promised to deliver the project on time. Speaking during a site tour by the Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, the contractors made the statement. Engr. Friedrich Wieser, Project Manager for Julius Berger confirmed the statement and also said the 1,300 workers and 425 equipment has been mobilized to the…

WASHINGTON MAKES FINAL DECISIONS ON GRED

Posted on February 18, 2020 by Gambeta News

The long awaited decision on the GRED issues has finally been stroke. The round of talks on Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam(GERD) held in Washington, US , during February 12-13 with participation of Ministers of Foreign Affairs and Irrigation of Sudan, Egypt and Ethiopia, was concluded and issued a joint statement. The statement said the talks , which were chaired by the American Secretary of Treasury and attended by President of the World Bank as observer,…

RWANDA TO BEGIN THE CONSTRUCTION OF REMERA SPORTS HUB

Posted on February 13, 2020February 13, 2020 by Gambeta News

The government of Rwanda plans to develop a sports hub in Remera. The Minister of Infrastructure, Claver Gatete, disclosed the report that at least 35 hectare in Remera, in which Amahoro National Stadium and Kigali Arena are located will get a face-lift so as to produce the Remera Sports Hub. “The government is set to upgrade Remera into a Modern Sports Center. After the construction of Kigali Arena which complies with international standards, the surrounding facilities…

GHANA: CONSTRUCTION OF FIVE CRITICAL ROADS IN UPPER WEST REGION

Posted on February 13, 2020 by Gambeta News

The Government of Ghana has made the plans of constructing five roads in Upper West Region known to the public. The Minister for Roads and Highways, Mr Amoako Atta, revealed that this plans will be under the government’s Critical Roads Project. “The President has directed the Minister of Finance to raise special funding to fund these critical projects across the country. We will also concentrate on routine maintenance of the roads all-year-round to make the…

FIRST PILGRIM HOTEL FACILTY IN NIGERIA

Posted on February 12, 2020February 13, 2020 by Gambeta News

The government of Nigeria has performed the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of Kaduna State pilgrims’ hotel facility in the Mando transit camp, Kaduna. Governor of Kaduna State, Mallam Nasiru El-Rufa’i has cut the sod for the project to start with the aim of putting an end to the stress and discomfort being experienced by pilgrims while waiting for airlift to Saudi Arabia. The project has been in view for the last three years with…

USD 1.3 MILLION ESWATINI TRADE HUB ALMOST READY TO BE LUNCHED

Posted on February 12, 2020February 13, 2020 by Gambeta News

Construction of the USD 1.3 million trade hub in the Kingdom of Eswatini is nearing completion. Assistant Secretary General in Charge of programs Ambassador Kipyego Cheluget confirmed the report and said the project is 70% complete. Dubbed the Inlanganisela Yabomake Trade Hub, the development is expected to provide market space for over 500 Small and Medium Entrepreneurs with a large focus on women in business. It will be located in Manzini and will feature sleeping…

RECURRING FLOODING SET TO END AFTER CONTRACTOR APPOINTMENT

Posted on February 11, 2020 by Gambeta News

Rwanda’s Nyabugogo area set for major revamp after appointment of contractor. Flood prone Nyabugogo area is set for a major revamp after the hiring of a contractor. The recent downpour in Nyabugogo area has killed people and also paralysed business which resulted in the project. According to report, the implementation of US$2.6m (Rwf2.5 billion) will help contain the flood as work will kick-off next week. It will also improve the resilience of the Nyabugogo area…

AFRICAN UNION AGENDA2063: INFRASTRUCTURE AND ENERGY INITIATIVES

Posted on February 11, 2020 by Gambeta News

We all know that Infrastructural development is seriously lacking in Africa that is why the African Union has unveiled plans to tackle such challenges. The aim of such plans is to help grow the continent economy as well as better the life of its citizens. According to a report from PEW Research, Africa population will increase by 2100 so the need for infrastructural development is vital for the continent. Below is a video clips of…

BOTSWANA CONSTRUCTING EMBASSY OFFICES IN ETHIOPIA

Posted on February 10, 2020 by Gambeta News

Embassy construction to help Botswana strengthen its position in global affairs particularly the African continent. Construction of Botswana’s embassy in ethiopia is making great strive after the latest progress. The project which is at 10 percent progress entails a six-story building, with office apartments. It will also have an accommodation for staff members, maintenance workshops, gatehouse and auditorium. Speaking during a tour, President Masisi of Botswana said ”I am happy that they will now have…

AKUFO ADDO LUNCHES THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE 17MW KALEO SOLAR PLANT

Posted on February 10, 2020February 10, 2020 by Gambeta News

The President of Ghana, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, cuts the sod for the construction of two solar power plants in Kaleo and Lawra This project reassures the fervent commitment of the Government to expand the country’s sources of energy generation, and, thereby, help increase the renewable energy component of Ghana’s energy mix, and contribute to her fight against the effects of climate change. With the solar project coming on the heels of construction of the…

ABA-PORT HARCOURT EXPRESSWAY TO BE COMPLETED BY MARCH- FADIRE

Posted on February 10, 2020 by Gambeta News

Federal Government of Nigeria assures residents of completion of Aba-Port harcourt expressway by march 2020 Nigeria Government has assured residents living across the expressway of the completion of the road. The road project which has been on and off for so long is now set for completion. Speaking during an interview with The Guardian, Controller of Works in the State, Johnson Fadire said the federal government will complete a -four-lane, two-lanes each from both side…

AFDB AND GHANA SIGN DEAL TO FINANCES EASTERN CORRIDOR ROAD

Posted on February 10, 2020 by Gambeta News

AFDB agreed loan worth US$81.67m to Ghana’s Eastern Corridor Road Development Programme Phase 1 project. Africa Development Bank (AFDB) has sign a loan agreement with Ghana government to finance a road project. The loan which is worth US$81.67m is for the Eastern Corridor Road Development Programme Phase 1. During a press briefing, Deputy Minister for Finance, Mrs Abena Osei Asare told the media about the deal before the signing process. According to her the Eastern Corridor…

RIVERS STATE BUDGET OF REASSURANCE – ANALYSING THE ₦530 BILLION EXPENDITURE

Posted on February 5, 2020 by Gambeta News

Rivers residents commend Chief. (Barr) Nyesom Wike (Mr. Project) for the huge capital expenditure in the Rivers State budget targeted to boost investors’ confidence in the state. Mr. Project signed the 2020 Rivers State budget of ₦530,813,357,619 into law after being passed by the State House of Assembly last year. The Rivers State budget of reassurance is aimed at sustaining the development of the state, with an appropriated recurrent expenditure of ₦156.6 billion and capital…

KYAPA-KASENSERO ROAD REPAIR BEGINS IN UGANDA

Posted on February 4, 2020 by Gambeta News

UNRA kick-off repair of Kyapa-Kasensero road after resident complained of its poor nature The Kyapa-Kasensero road repair has kick-off in Kyotera district in Uganda. The road which links Kasensero town council and the landing site from Kakuuto trading centre in Kyotera district has been in a bad state since August last year. This was after the seasonal rains that rendered it almost impassable. The repair has been a priority after resident complained about the poor nature….

NEW CESA PRESIDENT CALLS FOR ENGINEER-GENERAL TO OVERSEE PROJECT IN SOUTH AFRICA

Posted on February 4, 2020April 24, 2020 by Gambeta News

South Africans advocating for a new chapter 9 institution to protect engineering and service delivery Delivering his presidential message as newly elected president for 2020, Sugen Pillay announced that Consulting Engineers South Africa (CESA) supports the Young Professional’s (YPs) advocacy for the establishment of an office of the Engineer-General. The Engineer-General is expected to be an office established as a Chapter 9-institution, such as the Auditor-General, that would have the mandate to regulate the engineering…

KENYA GOVERNMENT LAUNCHED MILK COOLING PLANT

Posted on February 3, 2020 by Gambeta News

President Uhuru Launched construction of Milk Cooling Plant which will help dairy farmers store and sell at an affordable price. Kenya President Uhuru Kenyatta has officially launch the construction of a milk cooling plant. The project is aimed at improving the welfare of farmers around the country. Speaking during the launch, President Kenyatta said dairy farmers needs to take advantage of the facilities after the construction. He also noted that the cooling plant will help…

ANGOLA’s CAIO DEEP WATER PORT RESUMES

Posted on January 31, 2020February 3, 2020 by Gambeta News

Caio deep water port to resume after 2 years of being inactive due to USD 124 million debt. The debt was recently cleared by the Maritime and Port Institute of Angola (IMPA) to the companies Caio Porto and China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC), enabling the resumption of the USD 800 million project. In a meeting with the contracting companies, the Director General of IMPA, Nazareth Neto, revealed that the financial issue that led to…

NIGERIA: CONSTRUCTION OF 500 NEW HOUSING UNIT IN BORNO STATE COMMENCES

Posted on January 30, 2020January 30, 2020 by Gambeta News

Borno State Governor Prof. Babagana Zulum, laid the foundation and is ready to invest USD 14 million for the project. Construction works of 500 houses in Maiduguri, Borno State has commenced. The housing project is aimed at resolving the gap in housing deficit due to previous crisis especially in the capital city. The project will feature construction of 400 two-bedroom apartments and 100 one-bedroom apartments. 300 housing units will be built along the Damaturu road which…

EGYPT: LARGEST MILITARY BASE IN MIDDLE EAST AFRICA

Posted on January 29, 2020January 30, 2020 by Gambeta News

Egypt has launched the largest military base in the Middle East Africa. President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi cut the sod at the at the base which is aimed at protecting and securing the southern Egyptian coasts, protecting economic investments and natural resources in the area. The military base is named ‘Berenice military base’ spreads out over 150,000 acre of land. It is located on the Red Sea coast along Egypt’s southern borders, approximately 90 kilometer north…

TUNISIA CONSTRUCTS 120 MEGAWATT GAFSA SOLAR FARM

Posted on January 29, 2020January 29, 2020 by Gambeta News

Tunsian Ministry of Mines and Energy and STEG (Société Tunisienne de l’Electricité et du Gaz) has awarded the tender for the Gafsa solar project. The tender was awarded to a consortium consisting of ENGIE and Morocco-based NAREVA. They will develop, design, finance, and build the project, as well as operate and maintain (O&M) the solar plant dubbed ‘Gafsa plant’ over a period of 20 years from commissioning. The project is among the first solar plants being…

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