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ANGRY CYFERSKUIL RESIDENTS STOPS THE NORTH WEST HOUSING PROJECT

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ANGRY CYFERSKUIL RESIDENTS STOPS THE NORTH WEST HOUSING PROJECT

The residents of Cyferskuil in the North West of South Africa has interrupted the construction of the 100 homes. The protest was held because of the way the houses were allocated. The residents stipulated that the buildings were shared excluding the poor in the community. The residents stopped the construction just after the foundation preventing the workers to access the site. The protest resulted to a meeting between the residents and the Mayor Andries Monageng…

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CONSTRUCTION OF THE NEW GHANA ARMY HEADQUATERS

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CONSTRUCTION OF THE NEW GHANA ARMY HEADQUATERS

The Vice President Dr Mahamadu Bawumia pioneered the ceremony for the construction of the new Ghana  Army Headquarters Complex at Burma Camp. The new camp will accommodate the whole staff of the Ghana army force as well as offices to serve for administrative purposes. The complex will contain 37 offices, 3 conference rooms, 1 armory and 1 kitchen. The complex will be named after the late Major General Neville Alexander Odartey-Wellington in honor as an…

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KOREA EXIMBANK GRANTS FUND FOR ETHIOPIA BRT CORRIDOR CONSTRUCTION

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KOREA EXIMBANK GRANTS FUND FOR ETHIOPIA BRT CORRIDOR CONSTRUCTION

Ethiopia gets US$63m grants from Korea Eximbank for construction of BRT corridor B6 construction. Korea Eximbank has sign a deal with Ethiopia to fund the construction of a BRT corridor road. The BRT corridor will contribute towards easing transportation problem in the city. Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) corridor is a section of road or contiguous roads served by a bus route or multiple bus routes. With a minimum length of 3 kilometers (1.9 miles) that…

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CONSTRUCTION OF 178 MEGAWATT SOLAR POWER PLANT TO KICK-OFF IN ZIMBABWE

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CONSTRUCTION OF 178 MEGAWATT SOLAR POWER PLANT TO KICK-OFF IN ZIMBABWE

Construction of solar power plant set to kick-off in early 2020 which will increase electricity supply in Zimbabwe. RioZim is set to kick-off construction of 178 megawatt solar plant after a chinese bank agreed to bankroll the project. The project will ameliorate the crippling power crisis buffeting the entire economy. The deal with is worth US$200 million was signed by RioZim and Chinese firm, China Gezhouba Group International Engineering Corporation (CGGC). This fund will be…

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CONTRACTORS HALT ZAMBIA’s KAFUE GORGE HYDROELECTRIC DAM

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CONTRACTORS HALT ZAMBIA’s KAFUE GORGE HYDROELECTRIC DAM

Sinohydro halt construction of Kafue Gorge hydroelectric dam due to difficulties beyond its control. Construction of Kafue Gorge hydroelectric dam was put on hold by China’s state-owned Sinohydro. The dam was put on hold due to “difficulties beyond its control” according to Sinohydro. The construction which kick-off in 2015 has employed more than 5,000 people. However, it is a major blow as the country is trying to reduce it dependence on other nations. It has also…

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LIBERIA’s NATIONAL HOUSING AUTHORITY PRESS FORWARD TO COMPLETE 60,000 HOUSING UNITS FOR LOW INCOME EARNERS

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LIBERIA’s NATIONAL HOUSING AUTHORITY PRESS FORWARD TO COMPLETE 60,000 HOUSING UNITS FOR LOW INCOME EARNERS

The National Housing Authority plans to provide houses to low income earners at affordable prices. The Managing Director to the National Housing Authority Madam Celia Coffey Brown revealed this at the Monrovia city hall during the 7th Program Steering Committee of Cities Alliance. According to her, 300 units has been constructed at the Town Hill community and 500 at Schefflin. Plans for a housing forum for the investors and users of these buildings are ongoing…

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UGANDA SIGNS IGA WITH RUSSIA FOR NUCLEAR ENERGY GENERATION

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UGANDA SIGNS IGA WITH RUSSIA FOR NUCLEAR ENERGY GENERATION

Ugandan government has signed an Inter-Governmental Agreement(IGA) with Russia on the generation of nuclear energy for non-military use. The agreement was signed during the 63rd International Atomic Energy Agency(IAEA) General Conference at it’s headquarters in Vienna, Austria. Ugandan Minister of Energy and Mineral Development Eng. Irene Muloni and the Deputy Director General of ROSATOM Nikolai Spasskiy represented their governments during the signing. Eng. Irene voiced he’s gratitude to the Russian government for their cooperation and…

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TWO SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC PLANTS SET FOR CONSTRUCTION IN KENYA

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TWO SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC PLANTS SET FOR CONSTRUCTION IN KENYA

Radiant and Eldosol plants set to commence after consortium companies agrees financial deal. Construction of two solar photovoltaic plants is set to kick-off after deal was agreed. The deal which is worth US$147m will diversify Kenya’s electricity supply away from both rain-dependent hydro and fossil fuels. It will also contribute to improving grid stability and cater for expected increased in energy use in the coming years. According to the deal, European Investment Bank and FMO will…

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SA TO REBUILD RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHER AFRICAN COUNTRIES BEFORE THE AFRICA OIL AND POWER CONFERENCE

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SA TO REBUILD RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHER AFRICAN COUNTRIES BEFORE THE AFRICA OIL AND POWER CONFERENCE

SA Minister of Energy pleads with other African countries ahead of the African Oil and Power conference. South African’s Minister of Energy Jeff Radebe  has visited the Presidents of Nigeria, Tanzania, Niger, Ghana, Senegal, Zambia and the Democratic Republic of Congo to discuss the way forward after the xenophobic attacks on their citizens. The visit was to assure these African countries that the South African government is doing everything possible to stop these attacks in…

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AFRICA’s TALLEST BUILDING TO GET 360 DEGREES VIEWING DECK IN SOUTH AFRICA

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AFRICA’s TALLEST BUILDING TO GET 360 DEGREES VIEWING DECK IN SOUTH AFRICA

Leonardo skyscraper to have 360 degree viewing deck as part of plans to promote tourism. Leonardo skyscraper which is africa’s tallest building will soon have a deck turning 360 degrees. This is after developers made a greater plans for the R3 billion mixed-use development and surrounding area. The 234m skyscraper new plans will aim to attract tourists in south Africa as well as the continent. It will have a viewing deck and the ‘Sky Bar’…

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RWANDA PRIME MINISTER VISIT UNOPERATIONAL PROJECT AFTER YEARS OF COMPLETION

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RWANDA PRIME MINISTER VISIT UNOPERATIONAL PROJECT AFTER YEARS OF COMPLETION

Rwanda Prime Minister visit unoperational projects but will it yield any outcome? Rwanda Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente has visited two projects that is still unoperational after completion. The projects are Burera Beach Resort Hotel in Kagogo Sector and Burera Dairy in Cyanika Sector. The Burera Beach Resort Hotel is aimed at enhancing tourism in the area. It will also boost revenues generated by the district. As tourists visiting Urugezi valley, Burera and Ruhondo twin lakes…

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CHINA PLANS TO SUPPORT ZIMBABWE WITH FINANCIAL FUNDS

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CHINA PLANS TO SUPPORT ZIMBABWE WITH FINANCIAL FUNDS

Financial support at the heart of China plans for Zimbabwe development. China is set to raise fund for Zimbabwe development. This funds which is worth US$2.1 billion will increase development aim as well as improve on the current exiting funds. In 2018 alone, Zimbabwe benefited from different grant as well as the foreign direct investment (FDI). As China is the only country that has done most for Zimbabwe through provision of grants and loans. China’s…

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DELTA STATE GOVERNMENT REOPEN WARRI-BENIN HIGHWAY IN NIGERIA

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DELTA STATE GOVERNMENT REOPEN WARRI-BENIN HIGHWAY IN NIGERIA

Warri-Benin Highway reopens but when will the federal government start leading by examples for all Federal road projects. Government of Delta state in Nigeria has reopen the warri-benin highway. The highway which was close due to the reconstruction of the road project. Meanwhile, the announcement was made by State Commissioner for Information, Mr. Charles Aniagwu. The re-opening of the road has been well received as resident having been facing challenges traveling through the warri-benin route….

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GHANA HEALTH MINISTER ANNOUNCE 80 BED CAPACITY POLYCLINIC AT KASOA

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GHANA HEALTH MINISTER ANNOUNCE 80 BED CAPACITY POLYCLINIC AT KASOA

Why did it take so long for Ghana ministry of health to intervene after project has been abandoned. Construction of 80-bed capacity Polyclinic at kasoa will soon kick-off according to Ghana Health Minister. The project will aim to help resident of Kasoa have access to good health care facilities. Speaking to reporters, Minister Kwaku Agyeman-Manu said as soon as funding is secured, the contractors will complete the work. The project is currently under the hands…

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FIBERTEX PRODUCT FOR CONCRETE PROTECTION AND ENHANCEMENT

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FIBERTEX PRODUCT FOR CONCRETE PROTECTION AND ENHANCEMENT

Fibertex SA – specialists in the manufacture and supply of a wide range of geosynthetic products – has developed a new curing blanket, designed to optimise the curing of concrete and to protect the new structure. The Fibertex curing blanket, which is used to cover concrete surfaces when the material has set, has been designed to reduce the loss of internal and surface moisture and to control the temperature, for optimum hydration of the cementitious…

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BOSCH ULWAZI’S PROGRAMMES HELP UNEMPLOYED YOUTHS

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BOSCH ULWAZI’S PROGRAMMES HELP UNEMPLOYED YOUTHS

Bosch Ulwazi’s national skills upliftment programmes assist youth from disadvantaged communities to further their education and find meaningful employment close to home. The company’s latest programme in the Eastern Cape, focuses on construction and is being offered to 200 unemployed young people in Peddie, near East London. This programme is a partnership between the Local Government SETA (LGSETA) as the funder, the local municipality as the employer and Bosch Ulwazi as the training provider. “This…

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NLNG LIMITED SOLICIT FOR US $10bn FOR THE TRAIN-7 PROJECT

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NLNG LIMITED SOLICIT FOR US $10bn FOR THE TRAIN-7 PROJECT

Nigerians LNG operators of African’s  largest natural gas plant is trying to get a loan of US $10bn to finance the Train-7 project. The Chief executive officer Mr. Tony Attah disclosed that the company is currently discussing with the top ten lenders in the country including Guaranty Trust Bank Plc, Zenith Bank Plc and some foreign lenders. The funds will be used to construct the gas plant’s seventh train expected to boast production by 40%….

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GHANA PLANS CONSTRUCT NEW AIRPORT IN THE WESTERN REGION.

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GHANA PLANS CONSTRUCT NEW AIRPORT IN THE WESTERN REGION.

The new modern airport is to meet the needs of the region and encourage it’s fast going economy. The Ministry of Aviation is requesting 3,000 acres of land for the construction of the new modern airport. The new airport will receive larger planes and serve the oil and gas community in that district. This idea came up as a result of the discovery of oil in the region, since the present Air Force Base can…

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TRANSITIONING FROM PROFESSIONAL TO ENTREPRENEURSHIP

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TRANSITIONING FROM PROFESSIONAL TO ENTREPRENEURSHIP

What are the factors that determine or are likely to motivate the move from Professional to Entrepreneur? This article is inspired from the recently concluded 2019 Annual Technical Workshop by the Young Engineers Forum of Nigeria. Mr. Emmanuel Martin Nwachukwu shared valuable insight into Entrepreneurship while speaking on the sub-theme “Transitioning from Professional to Entrepreneurship”.  Mr. Emmanuel is a serial entrepreneur who has a track record of entrepreneurial stings and learning points. During his session,…

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Young Engineers Forum of Nigeria, 2019 Annual Technical Workshop

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Young Engineers Forum of Nigeria, 2019 Annual Technical Workshop

Reflections on the 2019 Annual Technical Workshop by the Young Engineers Forum of Nigeria,  The recently concluded Annual Technical Workshop for the Young Engineers Forum of Nigeria centred around Mentorship for Startups. Accomplished professionals were among the speakers who used the platform to share their experiences and knowledge. As Keynote Speaker, Engr. Sir. Dr. Asinyetogha H. Igoni (lecturer at the Rivers State University) shared his thoughts on Mentorship.  The Mentor needs to open up to…

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