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NIGER AND MALI GOVT. INVITE BIDDERS FOR ENERGY PROJECTS

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The governments of Mali and Niger are inviting bids without prequalification for the design, supply, assembly, operation, and maintenance of battery energy storage systems in their states. The project is divided into two lots as follows: Lot 1: Design, supply, installation, operation and maintenance of battery energy storage systems in Mali. The installation site will be the Sirakoro source station in Bamako and the capacity of the planned batteries is 80 MWh. The execution time for the…

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AfDB APPROVED US$302M FOR MAURITANIA-MALI 225KV ELECTRICITY PROJECT

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The Board of Directors of the African Development Fund, the concessional window of the African Development Bank Group, has approved a $302.9 million loan co-financing for a multinational power project that will connect 100,000 households across Mauritania and Mali. The Mauritania-Mali 225kV Electricity Interconnection and Solar Power Plant Development Project form part of the Desert to Power Initiative. The funds comprise $269.6 million for Mauritania and $33.3 million for Mali. Other partners, including climate funds,…

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HOW SOMALILAND OIL FINDING COULD RESET REGIONAL BALANCE

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The presence of oil in Somaliland has been confirmed by a recent exploration. The discovery has raised the stakes in Somaliland’s claim for independence from Somalia as it holds the potential for a new stream of revenue for the semi-autonomous state. But the oil exploration is deepening the rift with Somalia, which claims sovereignty over the region. Michael Walls answers five key questions. What is Somaliland’s hydrocarbon potential? In 2020, Norwegian seismic survey company, TGS, estimated that the…

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SOMALIA REJECT OIL PERMISSION CLAIM FROM SOMALILAND

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Somalia rejected on Wednesday what it called an “illegal claim” by Genel Energy (GENL.L) to oil exploration and exploitation rights in the country’s northern breakaway region of Somaliland, the country’s oil ministry said. Somaliland claimed independence from Somalia in 1991 and has been largely peaceful while the rest of the country has grappled with three decades of civil war, but its leadership has failed to gain widespread international recognition. In a statement, Somalia’s oil ministry said it…

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SOMALIA PRESDIENT INAUGURATE NEW PRESIDENTIA PALACE BUILDING

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Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, the president of Somalia along with Galmudug State leader, Ahmed Abdi Kariye Qorqor inaugurated a new Presidency in Dhusamareb city on Sunday. In his opening address, Mohamud praised Galmudug leadership for the efforts to build the key installations and offices to deliver the service to the public which is vital for Somalia. “The implementation of such a project and the efforts to liberate the areas under Al-Shabaab reflects the determination of Galmudug…

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ETHIOPIA GOVT. REBUILT BRIDGE CONNECTING SOMALIA

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The bridge connecting the Dawa zone of the Somali regional state with the Eastern Guji zone of the Oromia region has been rebuilt and inaugurated by high officials from both zones, reports said. The bridge was rendered dysfunctional due to damages caused by heavy rains that befell both zones in 2019, according to the report. Mohammed Qeyu, the Deputy Administrator of the Dawa zone, said that the reopening of the bridge would be significantly beneficial in…

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RESIGNATION OF MALI’S PRESIDENT NDAW SIGNALS POLITICAL INSTABILITY HURTING DEVELOPMENT

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Mali’s interim president and prime minister resigned on Wednesday, two days after they were arrested by the military, an aide to the vice president said, deepening a political crisis and potentially setting up a standoff with international powers. President Bah Ndaw and Prime Minister Moctar Ouane were taken to a military base outside the capital on Monday after a Cabinet reshuffle in which two officers lost their posts. Read more via Reuters Political stability is…

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PRESIDENT OF ALGERIA AND MALI TO EXPLORE AREAS OF COMMON INTEREST FOLLOWING A WORKING VISIT

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Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune on Sunday (14 March) held talks in the capital Algiers with visiting Malian President Bah N’Daw. The bilateral ties and the process of peace and reconciliation agreement in Mali were on the top agenda of this meeting. N’Daw on Saturday kicked off a working visit to Algeria to discuss ways to boost fraternal ties “at the service of the common interests,” a statement by Algeria’s President Office read. Algeria has been contributing…

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ELECTRIFICATION OF VILLAGES IN THE GAMBIA, GUINEA-BISSAU AND MALI

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DESIGN, SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION FOR THE ELECTRIFICATION OF VILLAGES IN THE GAMBIA, GUINEA-BISSAU AND MALI DATE : 02 FEB 2021 – 22 FEB 2021 VENUE : COMMISSION DE LA CEDEAO, TOWN : ABUJA COUNTRY : NIGERIA SPECIFIC PROCUREMENT NOTICE REQUEST FOR BIDS DESIGN, SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION FOR THE ELECTRIFICATION OF VILLAGES IN THE GAMBIA, GUINEA-BISSAU AND MALI RFB NO: NG-ECOWAS-DEM-197717-CW-RFB EMPLOYER: PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION UNIT (PIU) OF THE GAMBIA, PIU IN GUINEA-BISSAU, PIU IN MALI AND REGIONAL…

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UK GOVT. OFFERS TO BUILD LINK ROAD IN SOMALIA

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UK government has promised to support the construction of a link road that will connect Baidoa to Mogadishu. The meeting for the project had officials from the 60th Division of the Somali National Army, Southwest state officials, members of the British embassy which is aimed at reopening isolated areas and roads cut by al-Shabaab fighters. During the meet, Southwest Interior Minister Mohamed Abukar Abdi said they aims to weed out Alsahabab operatives isolated areas. Quoting…

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AMISOM HANDOVER RENOVATED CLASSROOM IN SOMALIA

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Kenyan soldiers serving under the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) has handed over the renovated three classrooms in Somalia. The renovated classrooms which has brought so much joy to resident is located at Hosingow Primary School in the Lower Jubba region of Jubaland State of Somalia. Meanwhile, the renovation is part of the AMISOM’s Quick Impact Projects (QIPs), aimed at ensuring quick but long lasting impacts, thereby improving service delivery in the education sector…

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ABDI KARIYE HAIL PORT CONSTRUCTION IN SOMALIA

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The construction of a port in Somalia has been hailed by Galmudug regional state president Ahmed Abdi Kariye (Qoor-Qoor). According to Kariye, the port construction in the city of Habyo will be a game changer for his country economy. Galmudug president said “The people of Galmudug can construct the port without other peoples help”. Kariye further stated that his administration is was well placed to complete the required job and that they would not seek…

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CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT GENERAL ELECTRIC (GE), MALI

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construction manager at General Electric GE

GE drives the world forward by tackling its biggest challenges. By combining world-class engineering with software and analytics, GE helps the world work more efficiently, reliably, and safely. GE is looking for Construction Manager to monitor all site-based construction activities of 225/33 kV Substations in Mali. JOB DESCRIPTION The position holder directly reports to the Grid Solutions AS Systems Project Manager & is responsible to manage the GE Project Site Team & Sub Contractors to…

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LEAD PROJECT MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST AT GENERAL ELECTRIC (GE), MALI

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Lead Project Management Specialist at GE

GE drives the world forward by tackling its biggest challenges. By combining world-class engineering with software and analytics, GE helps the world work more efficiently, reliably, and safely. GE is looking for Lead Project Management Specialist – Site Management to work in their Mali office. JOB DESCRIPTION Acquire a complete knowledge of the site execution plan, panning, scope of deliverables / works, civil works, major subcontracting, budget and accounting structure, documentation, EHS plan, staffing plan,…

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QATAR TO INVEST IN SOMALIA PORT

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Qatar to invest in somalia port

Qatar representatives meet with Somalia’s prime minister over plans to build a new seaport in Hobyo, Somalia. The Qatari group arrived in Mogadishu, the capital, on Monday and is led by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs H E Sheikh Mohamed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani In a press conference following the meeting, the Ministry of Transportation and Communications said Qatar Ports Management Company will enter an investment partnership with Somalia to build the…

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QATAR AIRWAYS LAUNCHED FLIGHT TO SOMALIA

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Qatar Airways Launch first flight to Somalia

Qatar Airways make first flight to Mogadishu with 115 passengers on board. Qatar Airways has launched a flight to Somalia. The flight will enable Somalia recover from the stalemate caused by years of devastating violence and wars. It will also contribute to rebuilding the country. The flight also offers foreigners the opportunity to travel to Mogadishu in order to reach them.  Meanwhile, the first flight took off from Doha and arrived Mogadishu’s Aden Adde International…

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SOMALIA TO RECEIVE €1 MILLION EUROS FOR INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT

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somalia receive funds for infrastructure development

Italian government issues €1 million euros for Somalia infrastructure development. Somalia government is set to receive funds which will help grow the country Infrastructure. This is after Italian government signed a deal with African Development Bank (AfDB) Multi-Partner Somalia Infrastructure Fund. The fund is worth €1 million euros. Somalia is one of those Africa countries that has suffered a lot especially in the infrastructure sector. This is due to terrorist attack on the nation that has destroyed so…

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CAR BOMB IN SOMALIA SHOPPING MALL

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car bomb in Somalia destroys lives and properties

Death toll increases after car bomb in Somalia capital Mogadishu . More than ten individuals have died after a car bomb in Somalia shopping mall exploded. The explosion took place this morning at the busy Hamarweyne district. Al Shabaab has claimed responsibility for the car bomb in Somalia, saying it carried out the attack on a fortified area of the city, targeting security personnel, local government staff and civil servants. The incident has also brought more fear to…

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ATTACK ON UN CAMP IN MALI LEAVES 10 DEAD AND OTHERS INJURED

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10 killed in recent UN camp in Mali attack

Ten UN peacekeepers dies during an attack in Mali A recent attack on UN’s Camp for multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission (MINUSMA) in Mali, have lead to the killing of 10 UN peacekeepers from Chad while another 25 were injured. This report is according to the statement from UN secretary-general Antonio Guterres. According to reports; the assailants attacked  the MINUSMA forces at Aguelhok village in the Kidal region close to the Algerian border. The MINUSMA forces…

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MALI TO OPEN US$139m 90MW POWER PLANT NEXT WEEK

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Mali to open its 90MW power plant next week

Mali’s 90MW power plant to go online by next week Mali’s first independent power project, a 90MW power plant will become active by next week. The 90MW plant costs about US$139.06-million (€122-million), and will also help drive foreign investment in the West African country. It’s location is in the gold-rich southwest region of the country. Precisely near the town of Kayes, not far from the border with Senegal. Mali have about 350MW of installed power…

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