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MBALE COUNCIL RECEIVES Shs10 BILLIONS FOR REHABILITATION OF ROAD

Posted on September 12, 2018September 13, 2018 by Gambeta News

Rehabilitation of road set to kick-off after fund was release to the Council under USMID. Mbale Municipal Council in Uganda has receive the sum of Shs10 billion for the rehabilitation of roads. The fund is under Uganda Support to Municipality Infrastructure Development (USMID) from the World Bank. The fund will help repair the road which has been a major problem for residents. Meanwhile the roads up for rehabilitation are; Naboa and Cathedral Avenue following the completion of…

CONSORTIUM TO SPEND US$200M ON HOUSING UNIT IN RWANDA

Posted on September 12, 2018September 13, 2018 by Gambeta News

Consortium set to spend US$200m on 10,000 affordable housing units in Rwanda. A consortium group is set to spend up to US$200m on housing project in Rwanda. The housing project will have over 10,000 affordable housing units. It will also contribute to the shortage of homes in Kigali. The consortium is form from local and international players in the housing sector. Meanwhile, the project will benefit nearly 50,000 people in terms of employment and business opportunities. Bo…

TANZANIA PRESIDENT UNHAPPY WITH SINGIDA PROJECT DELAY

Posted on September 12, 2018 by Gambeta News

President John Magufuli fumes over delay of Singida project. Tanzania President John Magufuli is unhappy with the delay of the Singida project. The project which will help generate over 100 MW has been on delay due to expert recommendation. The President has said that he does not want the project to be on hold anymore. He also said that he doesn’t agree with reasons for the delay of the project by the contractors. The comment was made during the laying…

KENYA ASK CHINA TO PAY HALF COST OF SGR EXTENSION

Posted on September 6, 2018September 6, 2018 by Gambeta News

Kenya seeking for China to split the cost into a loan and grant for the SGR extension. Kenya are seeking fund from China for the extension of its Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) to Kisumu. The nation is asking for China to foot half of the bill for the extension of the project. During a bilateral meeting with China’s Xi Jinping, President Uhuru Kenyatta ask for the cost to be split into a loan and a grant. This will help …

HFHI AND NHA SET TO DEVELOP HOUSING SECTOR POLICY IN LIBERIA

Posted on September 6, 2018 by Gambeta News

NHA and HFHI making plans to develop a housing sector policy which will increase access to affordable housing. National Housing Authority (NHA) is set to partner with Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) to develop a housing sector policy. This policy will also help improve the housing sector after an MoU was agree. The deal will also increase access to affordable housing for low income households through an inclusive market approach. The Mou will also will ensure the development of policy…

ERITREA AND RUSSIA SET TO INCREASE IT’S RELATIONSHIP WITH LOGISTIC CENTRE

Posted on September 5, 2018 by Gambeta News

Eritrea set to agree deal with Russia for building a logistic centre port. Eritrea is making plans with Russia to build a logistic centre. The plans is part of Russia way of entering the Africa Market. It will also make the relationship of the both nation to be strong. Meanwhile the diplomatic development is an important milestone for both countries, each of whom has sought to expand its bilateral ties. Russia Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov disclose…

DANGOTE: NIGERIA’S MOST VALUABLE BRAND 2018

Posted on September 4, 2018 by Gambeta News

Dangote ranks most valuable brand in Nigeria for 2018. Brand Nigeria after a survey have named Dangote, Nigeria’s multinational industrial company the most valuable brand in Nigeria for 2018. This is coming barely three months after Dangote was also declared the most admired brand of African origin by consumers. Dangote top 49 other brands to become the most valuable brand in Nigeria. This is the first time since 2013 a Nigerian brand is achieving this feat. According…

CHINA OFFERING US$60bn IN FINANCING FOR AFRICA

Posted on September 4, 2018 by Gambeta News

China to support African development with US$60 billion China president Xi Jinping yesterday said the Chinese government will be financing Africa with US$60 billion. He added that Chinese companies will also invest at least US$10 billion over the next three years. He made this statement at the opening ceremony of the African leaders summit in Beijing. Mr. Jinping said the fund will support developments that Africans can see and touch. The developments/projects will also be green and…

CEMENT SHORTAGE HIT ZIMBABWE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

Posted on September 4, 2018 by Gambeta News

Zimbabwe hit by cement shortage which has result to resident looking for black market. Zimbabwe is facing a major challenge with cement production with resident now resorting to buy the black market products. Meanwhile, a survey show that PPC and Lafarge were out of stock. It also shows that in most retail outlets and building material warehouses that cement are not available. PPC and Lafarge are the most producer of cement in Zimbabwe. The two companies control more…

DEMOLITION OF TAJ MALL SET TO KICK-OFF IN KENYA

Posted on September 3, 2018 by Gambeta News

Demolition of Taj Mall set to kick-off this week after notice was issued by committee. Nairobi Regeneration committee has approve the demolition of Taj Mall. The approval comes after a 14-day notice given to the development management. The notice is to demolish the building by a multi-sectoral committee on unsafe buildings. Meanwhile the management of the property did not want to move. Head of operations Julius Wanjau said “We are still doing South End Mall and we are hopeful…

CHAD TO LAUNCH NEW NATIONAL AIRLINE

Posted on September 3, 2018 by Gambeta News

Chad Republic and Ethiopian airlines recently signed an agreement to launch a new national carrier for Chad by October 1st. Chad republic through its Chad’s Civil Aviation Authority have sign an agreement with Ethiopian airlines for a new national carrier in Chad. International Air Transport Association ranks Ethiopian Airlines as the largest carrier in Africa by revenue and profit. Ethiopian airlines is also in talks with some African countries to acquire stakes and also manage operations in…

DAR ES SALAAM RESIDENT RAISE FUND FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF DEMO TOILET

Posted on September 3, 2018 by Gambeta News

A total of Sh800 million was raise for the construction of Demo toilets for children in Tanzania. During an event by the Union of Women MPs, a total fund of Sh800 million was raise. The fund will be use for the construction of demonstration toilets for children. The event which took place in Mlimani City grounds had people from different sectors in the country. Chairperson of the preparatory committee of the fund-raising drive, Prof Anna Tibaijuka thank Dar es…

THE IMPORTANCE OF THERESA MAY VISITS TO AFRICA

Posted on August 31, 2018 by Gambeta News

The long awaited visit from UK Prime Minister to Africa is over but the question is what are the benefits. So many people feel that the visit to the three Africa nation is part of plans to expand their relationship. This is due to the propose Brexit from the european union. The trip include delegation like UK trade minister and minister for Africa, with the aim to strengthen its global partnerships. The visit is to also meet with entrepreneurs…

CONSTRUCTION OF TAZARA FLYOVER 98% COMPLETED IN TANZANIA

Posted on August 30, 2018August 31, 2018 by Gambeta News

Tazara Flyover construction now 98% complete which will help ease traffic congestion in Dar es Salaam. Tazara flyover construction is 98% complete according to the Prime Minister. The flyover will help to easing of traffic congestion in Dar es Salaam. It will also help become a long-lasting symbol in opening a new era of Tanzania – Japan partnership and friendship. The project will also contribute to better life of the citizens of Dar es Salaam, and for the economic…

FMBN AND LABOUR UNION AGREE HOUSING SCHEME

Posted on August 30, 2018 by Gambeta News

FMBN and Different labour union agree housing scheme which will help provide shelter for their workers. Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN) and labour union has agree a housing scheme for their workers. The scheme which will help workers in the both parastatal. It will also provide safe, decent, quality and affordable housing to registered members. The project will start next month with the launch of the 100-unit housing estate for Voice of Nigeria (VoN) in Abuja….

RWANDA DEVELOPMENT BANK UNVEIL NEW HOUSING PROJECT

Posted on August 29, 2018August 29, 2018 by Gambeta News

BRD unveil plans for the new housing project in kigali. Rwanda development bank (BRD) has unveil a new housing project as part of its plans to help the nation. It will also help solve the shortage of affordable housing in the country. The project is part of a 2016 partnership agreement between the lender and a Moroccan real estate developer. The project promise to develop 1,750 housing units in the first phase. It will also a shift from…

SOUTH AFRICA GOVERNMENT PUNTS RENEWABLE ENERGY

Posted on August 28, 2018August 29, 2018 by Gambeta News

South Africa government is set to put plan of renewable energy to use South Africa government has launch its weight behind renewable energy in the new integrated resources plan (IRP). Meanwhile, the plan will see no increase in use of nuclear energy up until the year 2030. Minister of Energy Jeff Radebe said ”There will be detailed technical analysis to see how much may be needed post 2030- up until 2050. He also said the actual total electricity consume is…

SHURUGWI ROAD REHABILITATION RESUME IN ZIMBABWE

Posted on August 28, 2018August 29, 2018 by Gambeta News

Rehabilitation of road set to resume in Shurugwi town which will help improve the road in the area. Shurugwi Town Council has kick-off the road rehabilitation which will help fix over a kilometre of its road network. It will also help the town in terms of providing the resident with a good road. Zimbabwe National Road Administration is funding the project which is worth $145 000. Meanwhile, the project is in a bidding process with a contractor…

NEW ROAD CONSTRUCTION SET TO BOOST TRADE IN RWANDA

Posted on August 28, 2018 by Gambeta News

Construction of new road set to boost economy trade in Rwanda The construction of the new Road is an exciting news to residents. It will also be the first tarmac road which will begin before the end of the year according to the Head of State. Minister for Infrastructure, Claver Gatete said “We have reserved funds for it even if we will know the exact cost of the project at its completion. He also said we have enough funds…

NIGERIA GOVERNMENT IN DENIAL OVER UNSTABLE INFRASTRUCTURAL POLICIES

Posted on August 27, 2018August 29, 2018 by Gambeta News

Commuters are questioning government’s policy on the state’s infrastructural development. Negative reaction has been occuring with the latest closure and re-opening of the popular Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos. The reaction has got residents asking if the government is sure about what they are doing. Some has also describe the Federal Government’s investigative maintenance test as a denial of reality. The recent collapse of Italy’s Genoa Bridge and the attendant loss of over 40 lives has made the…

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