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ROAD COMPLETED IN KENYA AFTER 20 YEARS UNDER CONSTRUCTION

Posted on 8 January 202010 January 2020 by Gambeta News

Mati road completed after 20 years under construction in Kenya The nature of poor planning whenever it comes to infrastructural development needs to be changed. Leaders and decision makers in African countries needs to change their mindset when it comes to developing a nation. It still baffled me how a project will take more than two (2) decade to complete. That is very shocking!!! This kind of project was witness after the Mati road was…

GHANA PRESIDENT VISIT CONSTRUCTION PROJECT AT ADENTAN MUNICIPALITY

Posted on 5 December 2019 by Gambeta News

President Nana Akufo-Addo commission projects at Adentan municipality in Ghana Ghana President visit is part of plans to commission projects at Adentan muncipality. According to reports, the 51 million Ghana cedis road project is a Ministry of Roads and Highways project. It will be executed through the Ministry’s implementing agency – the Department of Urban Roads. The aim of the road is to help improve mobility, safety and travel time within the Greater Accra Region….

RWANDA GOVT. SIGN DEAL WITH NETHERLANDS FOR PORT CONSTRUCTION

Posted on 29 November 2019 by Gambeta News

Government of Rwanda sign grant with Netherland for port construction at Lake Kivu Plans are in motion for the construction of four ports at Lake Kivu. This was announced by Rwanda Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning (MINECOFIN) via its official twitter handle. The project will have a grant agreement that was signed between the government and Netherlands. According to the grants, Netherland will co-finance 45% of the fund needed to construct the project. Today…

SOUTH AFRICA WATER MASTER PLAN LAUNCHED

Posted on 28 November 201928 November 2019 by Gambeta News

Water master plan launched in South Africa to help avoid 17% water deficit by 2030. South Africa Ministry of Human Settlements, Water & Sanitation has launch the nation water master plan. The plan which was launched in Gauteng was developed in conjunction with water sector stakeholders. Speaking during the launch, Minister of Human Settlements, Water & Sanitation, Lindiwe Sisulu said it is now important for her department to focus on supplying water for all. Join…

UAE COMPANY TO CONSTRUCT DESALINATION PLANT IN EGYPT

Posted on 13 November 2019 by Gambeta News

Egypt Government analysing proposal from UAE company for the construction of a desalination plant Egypt Government has announced they has received offer from a UAE company to construct a desalination plant in the nation. The proposal for the construction which is worth US$800m will have a total capacity of 500,000 cubic metres per day. Deputy Minister of Housing, Osama Hamdy made the statement to the press. According to him, a committee has been formed to…

ZIMBABWE GOVT. TO ESTABLISH E-CLASSROOM IN PRIMARY SCHOOLS

Posted on 12 November 2019 by Gambeta News

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,…

NEW WATER PIPELINE LAYING CREATES TRAFFIC JAM AT NAMUGONGO ROAD

Posted on 6 November 2019 by Gambeta News

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…

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

Posted on 4 November 2019 by Gambeta News

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…

CONSTRUCTION OF KABAALE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT 31% COMPLETE

Posted on 31 October 2019 by Gambeta News

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…

ROAD DUALIZATION LINKING LAMU PORT HALF-WAY COMPLETE

Posted on 31 October 2019 by Gambeta News

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…

NAIROBI-EXPRESSWAY CONSTRUCTION TO START SOON

Posted on 24 October 2019 by Gambeta News

Nairobi-Expressway to have 10 interchange with a tollgate fee at a construction cost of USD 599 million. Kenya over the pass couple of years has made significant strive in the improvement of its infrastructure. This is aimed at supporting the growth of the nation economy. With the road network experiencing great progress but more still need to be done. As part of its development, the Kenya Government has partner with China Road and Bridges Corporation…

MADAGASCAR, INVESTING IN STRATEGIC INFRASTRUCTURES

Posted on 21 October 201921 October 2019 by Gambeta News

President Andry Rajoelina visit ongoing projects that will have major socio-economic impact in Madagascar. Madagascar President Andry Rajoelina visits different project across the nation that have the potential to increase the living standard of Malagasy. During his visit to Vinaninkarena, a town in Madagascar with a large population of farmers. President Andry reinstates his commitment to affordable housing with the ongoing construction of 100 affordable houses. This project is expected to boost economic activities in…

EGYPT TO SPEND US$58BN TO CONSTRUCT A NEW CAPITAL CITY

Posted on 21 October 2019 by Gambeta News

New capital city construction in progress due to future population increase in Cairo. Egypt are spending US$58BN to construct an entire new capital city from scratch. The city which name is yet unknown will be located 45 kilometers (28 miles) east of Cairo. The aim for the project is to relieve congestion in Cairo, which is already one of the world’s most crowded cities. According to the plan, the city would become the new administrative and…

KOREA EXIMBANK GRANTS FUND FOR ETHIOPIA BRT CORRIDOR CONSTRUCTION

Posted on 30 September 2019 by Gambeta News

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…

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

Posted on 30 September 2019 by Gambeta News

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…

CONTRACTORS HALT ZAMBIA’s KAFUE GORGE HYDROELECTRIC DAM

Posted on 26 September 2019 by Gambeta News

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…

TWO SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC PLANTS SET FOR CONSTRUCTION IN KENYA

Posted on 25 September 201925 September 2019 by Gambeta News

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…

DELTA STATE GOVERNMENT REOPEN WARRI-BENIN HIGHWAY IN NIGERIA

Posted on 23 September 2019 by Gambeta News

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….

GHANA HEALTH MINISTER ANNOUNCE 80 BED CAPACITY POLYCLINIC AT KASOA

Posted on 23 September 2019 by Gambeta News

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…

ZIMBABWE PRESIDENT LAUNCH NORTH-SOUTH CORRIDOR ROAD REHABILITATION

Posted on 27 August 2019 by Gambeta News

President Mnangagwa launch road rehabilitation under Japan US$21 million infrastructural development grants. President of Zimbabwe Emmerson Mnangagwa has launch the north-south corridor road rehabilitation. The road rehab will fall under the US$21 million grants from the Japanese Government. This grant will help support the Japanese engineers and the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructural Development. Speaking during the ceremony, President Mnangagwa said the development was part of Government’s thrust to develop robust and modern infrastructure. It will…

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