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NIGERIA REPATRIATING WOLD CUP IMMIGRANTS

Posted on 20 July 201820 July 2018 by Gambeta News

Nigeria repatriating world cup immigrants The desperation of many people to escape the harsh economic realities of our dear country Nigeria led several to purchase one-way tickets to Moscow. In the hopes of taking root in that vast country. The excitement of the just concluded FIFA World Cup in Russia turned sour. Over two hundreds of their compatriots got stranded after the championship. Some days after the end of the global fiesta, a distressing videos…

NIGERIA UNVEILS ITS NEW NATIONAL AIRLINE

Posted on 20 July 201820 July 2018 by Gambeta News

Nigeria unveils its new national airline. Nigeria unveils name and logo of its new national airline. The new national airline – Nigeria Air – is ready to start operating in December. Its unveiling took place in London on Wednesday by the Minister of State for Aviation in Nigeria Mr Hadi Sirika at the Farnborough International Airshow. He also stated that the carrier is private sector-driven, and is therefore a “business” rather than a “social service”. The airline is to…

BECKER MINING SYSTEMS TO INSTALL SMARTSENSE MONITORING IN ZIMBABWE

Posted on 20 July 201831 July 2018 by Gambeta News

Installation of smartsense monitoring system set to kick-off in Zimbabwe Becker Mining Systems is set to install a robust atmospheric and environmental monitoring system at a mine in Zimbabwe. This monitoring system will help improve productivity in the mining sector in the nation. It will also be monitoring up to seven different parameters. Senior general manager, Electronics, Becker Mining South Africa, Andrew Trentelman said “This project in Zimbabwe will encompass the installation of 19 environmental points underground…

TWITTER APPOINTS OKONJO IWEALA AS A BOARD MEMBER.

Posted on 20 July 2018 by Gambeta News

A former Nigerian Minister of Finance, Ngozi Okonjo Iweala, is now a board of social media giant, Twitter Inc. Mrs Okonjo-Iweala appointed alongside Robert Zoellick as new independent directors with immediate effect. The Chairman of Twitter, Kordestani, described Mrs Okonjo as an incredible asset for the company as it strives toward transparency. Mrs Okonjo acknowledged that she is thrilled by the appointment. Hence, assuring Twitter of maximizing its influence for the good of the global…

MBELWA COUNCIL SET TO INVEST IN INFRASTRUCTURAL DEVELOPMENT IN MALAWI

Posted on 19 July 2018 by Gambeta News

Mbelwa council set to invest for fund into the three story building in Mzimba, Malawi. Mbelwa Council is setting the pace for other council in Malawi to follow. The council is planning to constructing a three story building which will help in accommodating about 82 government offices. The aim is to have coordination within heads of departments as existing building are different from each other. It will also make having management meeting very easy as it will be…

TANZANIA TO GET FUND FOR SGR AND POWER PROJECTS

Posted on 19 July 2018 by Gambeta News

Tanzanian receive US$200 million loan from Credit Suisse bank to help meet the nation development goals. Tanzania is to receive the sum of US$200 million (about Sh452 billion) loan from Credit Suisse for its project. The fund will help boost the country power generation and railway projects. The deal was sign during a meeting between Minister for Finance and Planning and a delegation from Credit Suisse. It will also help the the country meet its goals. Minister for Finance and…

ACCRA SPORT STADIUM PITCH RENOVATION WORKS KICK-OFF

Posted on 19 July 2018 by Gambeta News

Re-grassing of Accra sport stadium kick-off which will help the nation host the 2018 Africa Women Cup of Nations Renovation work has kick-off in Accra sport stadium pitch. The pitch which has been having issues will now get a new grass. It is part of the nation plans to have a good stadium. It will also form one of the stadium to be use in hosting the 2018 Africa Women Cup of Nations. Green Grass Technology…

KENYA AND JAPAN SET TO FUND RAIL FLYOVER PROJECT

Posted on 19 July 2018 by Gambeta News

Japan and kenya set to construct a rail flyover in Nairobi. Construction of a rail flyover will soon kick-off after an agreement between Kenya and Japan. The project will also be use to reduce traffic congestion within city centre and divert traffic from Mombasa Road. According to report, the project is a build by Kenya Urban Roads Authority (Kura). Kura is also partner with Japan International Co-operation Agency (JICA) for the project. Kura acting director general Silas…

WHY AFRICA NEEDS MORE AGRITECH ENTREPRENEURS

Posted on 18 July 2018 by Gambeta News

WHY AFRICA NEEDS MORE AGRITECH ENTREPRENEURS Agriculture is the biggest employer in Africa with about 70% of the population depending on it to make a living. Agriculture contributed to about 32% of Africa’s GDP as at 2016. Growth in this sector is 11 times more effective in reducing poverty than growth in any other sector. The agricultural value chain is to add more jobs than any other sector in countries such as Ethiopia, Malawi, Mozambique, Tanzania, Uganda, and…

BOTSWANA POWER CORPORATION SIGNS CONTRACT WITH GE POWER

Posted on 13 July 201813 July 2018 by Gambeta News

Botswana Power Corporation partners with GE Power to increase access to energy services for its populace. GE Power’s Grid Solution business have signed its first contract Botswana Power Corporation (BPC), the state’s electricity distributor. The contract proves the commitment of the Southern African nation in providing its people with access to affordable energy services. The contract will also help improve grid efficiency of the country. GE Power’s Grid Solution business, a subsidiary of the multinational power…

RUMPHI-NYIKA-CHTIPA ROAD CONSTRUCTION LAUNCH IN MALAWI

Posted on 13 July 2018 by Gambeta News

Malawi President Launch construction of Rumphi-Nyika-Chtipa Road. Construction of Rumphi-Nyika-Chtipa Road has been launch by President Mutharika. The president launch the project during a rally at the Bolero Rural Growth Centre. The project will ensure that the country develops beyond recognition. It will also facilitate the country’s economic development as well as improving transportation network in the area. President Mutharika said “This road will open Nyika to the outside world through tourism and it will be a token to tourism. He said…

OVER HUNDREDS OF HOMES IN NAMIBIA TO GET ELECTRICITY

Posted on 13 July 2018 by Gambeta News

Hundreds of homes in Namibia are going to get electricity connection. The long wait by prospective applicants on council’s waiting to secure electricity is slowly being shortened as the electrification of about 322 even, which was the stumbling block to award plots to the people in Omuthiya, is envisaged to commence soon. Hence, by August the town council will appoint a contractor to start electrifying the area. The area already has road infrastructure, water and…

KENYA : EIGHT NEW CHEMOTHERAPY CENTRES TO BE CONSTRUCTED

Posted on 13 July 2018 by Gambeta News

The eight new chemotherapy centres are in line with the health ministry’s race to create what could be a regional hub for cancer treatment. Cabinet secretary Sicily Kariuki, confirmed that the five-year project will begin this financial year. The National Cancer Control seeks to have basic cancer treatment capability in the 47 counties by 2022. The target as government is to have capability in this country. A well as and that we not only become…

EGYPT PARTNER WITH CHINA TO BUILD NEW ADMINISTRATIVE CAPITAL

Posted on 12 July 2018 by Gambeta News

Egypt and china agree deal for the construction of a new administrative capital in Egypt. Egypt and China has struck a deal to join forces for the construction of a new administrative capital. The capital will be use as one of the solutions to the chronic congestion of Cairo. The chronic congestion has a demographic burden of more than 20 million inhabitants. According to report, the project will offer thousands of jobs and stimulate the sluggish…

Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe

Posted on 12 July 2018 by Gambeta News

Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe is celebrating its 43 years of independence from Portugal (July 12, 1975.) São Tomé and Príncipe is Africa’s tiniest Portuguese-speaking island country. It is located in the Gulf of Guinea near Central Africa’s western equatorial coast. Sao Tome and Principe is a country consisting of two small islands and also smaller islets sitting off the Western coast of Africa in the Atlantic Ocean. They gained independence from Portugal in 1975….

ETHIOPIA’s FIRST CONSTRUCTION SYMPOSIUM VERY CRUCIAL TO SOLVING PROBLEM

Posted on 11 July 2018 by Gambeta News

Ethiopia’s first construction symposium brought about new technologies and ways to tackle the sector. The first construction symposium in Ethiopia has been hail as crucial for the sector. It has also help create a platform where construction expert can sit and discuss the country various challenges in the sector. Ethiopia’s Construction Minister Eng. Ayisha Mohammed said the Ministry would focus on gathering new insights on how to manage the construction sector challenges. She also said that…

NATIONAL ARCHIVES CENTRE CONSTRUCTION BEGINS IN RWANDA

Posted on 11 July 2018 by Gambeta News

Construction of National archives centre in Rwanda kick-off which will be the central point of reference for the country’s records. Construction of a National archive centre in Rwanda has kick-off. The Centre which is will be build in Kacyiru below Rwanda Broadcasting Agency. It will also be the central point of reference for the country’s records. Project Manager from Fair Construction Ltd, Boothalingam Subramanian said “Everything is going right and we hope end right to time. He also said this central…

YOUTH CENTRE PROJECT RECEIVE FUNDS IN BOTSWANA

Posted on 10 July 2018 by Gambeta News

Former MP family donate funds for construction of youth centre in Nshakashobgwe, Botswana A family in Botswana has given the sum of P50 000 to Nshakashobgwe Village Development Committee. The fund which is from the late former Sebina\Gweta MP Mr Mudongo Maswikiti will be for a youth centre. During the donation ceremony, Local Government and Rural Development Minister Pelonomi Venson-Moitoi praise the family for their generosity. She also said that the family has set a a good example for others to…

GHANA : THE US $84M POKUASE INTERCHANGE PROJECT IS ON.

Posted on 10 July 2018 by Gambeta News

Ghana kick start the construction of the Pokuase Interchange at the ACP Junction, Accra Region. The US $84 m project is jointly funded by the African Development Bank and the Government of Ghana. The project upon completion in two years, will ease traffic congestion and improve urban mobility along the Nsawam-Accra road. The Pokuase Interchange project consists of the construction of a 5km road from Awoshie to Pokuase. Also, 2km road to link the Accra-Nsawam…

NEW NIGERIAN AIRLINE TO BE COMMISIONED SOON

Posted on 10 July 2018 by Gambeta News

The Minister of State for Aviation proposed national airline for Nigeria would be unveiled before the end of the year. Mr Sirika, a former pilot, gave the assurance while receiving the Outline Business Case Certificate of Compliance for the establishment of the airline from Chidi Izuwah, the Director General, Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC). The minister said that the presentation of the certificate was a testament on how far the project had gone. The proposed airline…

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