ZIMBABWE GOVT. TO ESTABLISH E-CLASSROOM IN PRIMARY SCHOOLS

ZIMBABWE GOVT. TO ESTABLISH E-CLASSROOM IN PRIMARY SCHOOLS

Zimbabwe govt. to partner with FBC Bank for the e-classroom project. Plans are set in motion for the construction of an e-classroom for primary school in the nation. This was made public by Secretary in the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education, Mrs Tumisang Thabela. According to Thabela, it will aim to promote a sustainable computer education programme. With the theme ““Catch them young as we strive for quality education and excellence.” Speaking to reporters,…

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[SPONSORED] 2019 ENGINEERING WEEK/NIGERIAN CONTENT DAY

[SPONSORED] 2019 ENGINEERING WEEK/NIGERIAN CONTENT DAY

The Nigerian Society of Engineers, Omoku Branch is hosting an Engineering Week from 12 November  – 16 November 2019 Engr. Goodluck C. Ikenyiri MNSE MNIMechE, chairman of the branch will be hosting engineers at the Federal College of Education (Technical) Omoku, Rivers State. The theme for the 3-Day Programme is Infrastructural Development of the Niger Delta: the position of PIB and NCDMB.         Dignitaries expected at the event include; Engr. Simbi Wabote…

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THE MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR GREYSTONE TOWER, LAGOS

THE MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR GREYSTONE TOWER, LAGOS

Nigeria’s Oil Rich Billionaire and Port Harcourt Big Boy completes Multi-Million Dollar Skyscraper! GreyStone Tower, a luxurious 18-floor mixed-use development in Victoria Island is drawing lots of public interest. The building occupies a 2,031 sqm land area, and has been completed in less than 5 years. Chief (Barr) Dumo Lulu Briggs, the chairman of Platform Petroleum Limited is the proud developer of this magnificent structure beautifying the skyline of Lagos.  See pictures below;  

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ACEN YPF VISIT THE NEW COASTAL CITY IN LAGOS

ACEN YPF VISIT THE NEW COASTAL CITY IN LAGOS

Future leaders in consulting engineering visit Nigeria’s new coastal city rising from the Atlantic ocean The Young Professionals Forum of the Association for Consulting Engineering in Nigeria (ACEN YPF) recently organised a technical visit to Eko Atlantic City! The Eko Atlantic City is a city rising from the Atlantic Ocean. Standing on 10 million square metres of land reclaimed from the ocean, the city is pushing the boundary of engineering and technical accomplishment in Nigeria….

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TIME ENGINEERS GET INVITED TO THE TABLE; TIME FOR IMPLEMENTATION

TIME ENGINEERS GET INVITED TO THE TABLE; TIME FOR IMPLEMENTATION

According to Master Builders SA, 506 construction companies went into liquidation between 2014 and 2018. Furthermore, based on STATS SA data, it is estimated that in 2019 98 construction companies will go under. On top of this, construction companies battle to get paid for completed work – which does not help the situation. Shocking for a developing country, is the loss of many major civil engineering and construction companies, which could have had a marked…

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SOUTH AFRICA KICKS OFF CONSTRUCTION OF KARUSA AND SOETWATER WIND FARM

SOUTH AFRICA KICKS OFF CONSTRUCTION OF KARUSA AND SOETWATER WIND FARM

Enel has commenced the construction of the USD 446 million Karusa and Soetwater wind farm. According to Enel Green Power, the construction of the wind farm is expected to run for 2 years and will be located at South Africa’s Karoo Hoogland District, Northern Cape province. In addition, the tools to be used for the construction of these wind farms will be of the highest standard. Among these state-of-the-art tools will be some digital platforms…

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THE BIG 5 CONSTRUCT KENYA OPENS FOR A THIRD EDITION AT KENYATTA INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE

THE BIG 5 CONSTRUCT KENYA OPENS FOR A THIRD EDITION AT KENYATTA INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE

The official exhibition of National Construction Week brings business opportunities from around the world to Kenya’s construction sector from 5- 7 November 2019 at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre. The Big 5 Construct Kenya hosts over 210 local and international exhibitors, and 40 free-to-attend workshops providing career development points to attending construction professionals.   The third edition of The Big 5 Construct Kenya kicked off at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) with over 210 exhibitors drawn…

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ETHIOPIA TO IMPORT SOUTH SUDAN OIL

ETHIOPIA TO IMPORT SOUTH SUDAN OIL

Ethiopia will start importing South Sudan oil  at cheaper rate compared to the more expensive product from the Middle East. According to Ethiopia’s Minister of Mine and Petroleum Koang Tutlam, 15-20 percent of the money usually spent on importing refined oil from the Middle East has been saved from importing same amount from South Sudan. “We import almost all of our oil and other refined products from the Middle East, but owing to the proximity…

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NEW WATER PIPELINE LAYING CREATES TRAFFIC JAM AT NAMUGONGO ROAD

NEW WATER PIPELINE LAYING CREATES TRAFFIC JAM AT NAMUGONGO ROAD

NWSC’s laying of new water pipes creates traffic jam at Namugongo road in Uganda. Resident of Namugongo community in Uganda has over the course of the day witness serious traffic jam at the Mogas gas station at the Kireka, Namugongo junction. This is due to the laying of new water pipes across the road by National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC). On monday NWSC announced that they will diversion traffic along the Namugongo-Kireka to work…

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KENYA MOVES TO ATTRACT OIL IMPORTERS

KENYA MOVES TO ATTRACT OIL IMPORTERS

Kenya Government slash oil pipeline tariff price for oil importers by 50 percent. Kenya is trying to regain the regional fuel transport market after loosing it to Tanzania’s port Dar es Salaam. As a result of this loss, Kenya’s Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has slashed the oil pipeline tariff; from the usual US$60 to US$30.89 per 1,000 litres as a way of attracting oil importers. Tanzania is charging US$80 per 1,000 litres and…

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HOW EGYPT CAN BENEFIT FROM 5G NETWORK

HOW EGYPT CAN BENEFIT FROM 5G NETWORK

Ways Egypt can benefit from 5G network Egypt is set to move into the 5G era with the wait long overdue for consumers and businesses. Individuals are happy as it will provide more user access to smart education and smart transportation. With the aim forged on empowering new user experiences in various industries as well as connecting new industries. Just imagine visiting the great pyramids of Giza and understanding its rich history through listening to…

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KENYA’S DESALINATION PLANT

KENYA’S DESALINATION PLANT

Turkana County Government is negotiating with Almar Water Solution on the construction of the Kenya’s desalination plant. The horn of Africa is experiencing one of its worst famine in recent times due to the elongated drought putting some part of the country in disarray. According to UNICEF, (in 2018 alone) an estimate of 500,000 people in Kenya lack access to good drinking water in Kenya with Turkana as one of the three counties suffering from…

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PRESIDENT WEAH BREAK GROUND FOR CONSTRUCTION OF NEW 48-INCH DIAMETER PIPELINE PROJECT

PRESIDENT WEAH BREAK GROUND FOR CONSTRUCTION OF NEW 48-INCH DIAMETER PIPELINE PROJECT

President Weah breaks ground for construction of 48 inch diameter pipeline that will supply quality water to nearly one million residents of greater Monrovia. Liberia President has break ground for the construction of 48 inch diameter pipeline. The project is aimed at migrating water challenges in the nation. According to reports, the dam will be constructed in between the dam of the Mount Coffee Hydro-power Plant, and the White Plains Water Treatment Plant. These 48-inch…

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THE 100 BILLION NAIRA FAILED PROJECT- NKPOLU-RUMUIGBO JUNCTION

THE 100 BILLION NAIRA FAILED PROJECT- NKPOLU-RUMUIGBO JUNCTION

When you hear the word “road failure”, poor design and maintenance comes to mind. Road failures in Africa is due to bad infrastructure development on the continent. Unlike Europe, African government and contractors fail to do the right thing when it comes to developing a project. Corrupt practices in the design, procurement and construction process plagues Africa’s infrastructure development. More so, there is a severe lack of maintenance culture in developing countries across Africa. ROAD…

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AfDB LOANS USD 455 MILLION FOR CONSTRUCTION OF TANZANIA’S NEW AIRPORT

AfDB LOANS USD 455 MILLION FOR CONSTRUCTION OF TANZANIA’S NEW AIRPORT

African Development Bank (AfDB) approves USD 455 million for the construction of a ring road and Tanzania’s new airport in the new capital Dodoma. The President of AfDB Akinwumi Adesina approved the loan at the bank’s headquarter in Abidjan in a meeting with the Minister of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation Palamagamba Kabudi. According the Adesina the loan was approved a means of supporting the economical improvement noticed with President John Magufuli. Also he…

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PHOTOS OF BUILDING COLLAPSE IN WOJI ROAD, PORT HARCOURT

PHOTOS OF BUILDING COLLAPSE IN WOJI ROAD, PORT HARCOURT

These are photos from the site of a building collapse in Woji road, Port Harcourt. Residents within the affluent residential area where a building collapsed last year (see here), have just witnessed another incident. While visiting the site, Gambeta News observed that the work men were pouring concrete in the formwork before it collapsed. Apparently, the cantilever support buckled under pressure (see the photo below), but no life was lost.   This is another evidence…

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CONSTRUCTION OF KABAALE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT 31% COMPLETE

CONSTRUCTION OF KABAALE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT 31% COMPLETE

Uganda’s Kabaale international Airport at 31% complete according to Muriisa SBC Uganda Limited  PRO Amos Muriisa has announced progress report for the construction of Kabaale International Airport. The Airport which is also know as Hoima International Airport is 31% completed according to him. Amos Muriisa during his interview with newsmen said the airport sits on 29.7 square km of land, with a 3.5km runway up to 5km length, and 45 meters of the width. He…

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ROAD DUALIZATION LINKING LAMU PORT HALF-WAY COMPLETE

ROAD DUALIZATION LINKING LAMU PORT HALF-WAY COMPLETE

Kenya’s PDU announced progress status of Lamu-witu-Garsen road dual carriage. Kenya’s Presidential Delivery Unit (PDC) has announced progress report for Lamu-Witu-Garsen road via its official twitter handle. According to the tweet, the 10-km dual-carriage that will link the port which is part of the Lamu Port-South Sudan-Ethiopia (LAPSSET) is nearly half-way complete. On the other hand, the project will further complement the National Government efforts to position Lamu as an important regional and international trading…

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ZIMBABWE KICKS OFF THE USD 600 MILLION BEITBRIDGE-HARARE HIGHWAY UPGRADE

ZIMBABWE KICKS OFF THE USD 600 MILLION BEITBRIDGE-HARARE HIGHWAY UPGRADE

Zimbabwe’s Beitbridge-Harare highway will be upgraded by five local contractors. The Minister for Transport and Infrastructural Development Biggie Matiza inspected the site and confirmed the presence of the contractors who are currently working on the first two phases of the project. The entire project will be divided into five segment. The first phase of the project will expand the road to the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) standard while in the second phase the road will…

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TECHNOLOGY IS KEY TO MEETING KENYA’S CONSTRUCTION DEMANDS SAY INDUSTRY EXPERTS

TECHNOLOGY IS KEY TO MEETING KENYA’S CONSTRUCTION DEMANDS SAY INDUSTRY EXPERTS

The Big 5 Construct Kenya to offer free training to professionals attending this year’s edition at KICC from 5th to 7th November 2019. Experts from Google, Autodesk, AECOM, IBM, Microsoft4Afrika, and more will be on the ground to offer assistance to exhibitors and visitors from the construction industry. The Big 5 Construct Kenya returns this year with an upgraded education agenda featuring the all new ‘Disruptive Technology Series’. Speakers from Google, Autodesk, AECOM, IBM, Microsoft4Afrika,…

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