Development

PICTURES: SOD OF LESOTHO HIGHLAND WATER PROJECT

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PICTURES: SOD OF LESOTHO HIGHLAND WATER PROJECT

Lesotho Highlands Water Project to help South Africa in addressing their water challenges Water is one of South Africa major problem. This is why the nation Minister of Human Settlements, Water & Sanitation, Lindiwe Sisulu visit Lesotho in a bid to tackle such challenges. During her visit, Sisulu said the construction of the new dam will assist in addressing the water challenges faced in our country. Minister @LindiweSisuluSA on the occassion of sod turning and…

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GhIG SAY ABURI-AYI MENSAH ROAD DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION WAS INADEQUATE

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GhIG SAY ABURI-AYI MENSAH ROAD DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION WAS INADEQUATE

Ghana Institution of Geoscientists unhappy with road design of Aburi-Ayi Mensah dual carriage while also tasking Government to standardisation geomaterial. Ghana Institution of Geoscientists (GhIG) has criticize the design and construction of the Aburi-Ayi Mensah dual carriage road as inadequate. According to the institution, this is due to the application of geodynamics to the rock formation in the area leading to persistent falling of huge rocks after any heavy downpour. The institution also cited that…

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NEW WATER PIPELINE LAYING CREATES TRAFFIC JAM AT NAMUGONGO ROAD

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NEW WATER PIPELINE LAYING CREATES TRAFFIC JAM AT NAMUGONGO ROAD

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…

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NAIROBI-EXPRESSWAY CONSTRUCTION TO START SOON

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NAIROBI-EXPRESSWAY CONSTRUCTION TO START SOON

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…

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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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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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RWANDA AND ZIMBABWE SIGN MINING DEAL

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RWANDA AND ZIMBABWE SIGN MINING DEAL

Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) Signed between Rwanda and Zimbabwe to boost mining sector. Rwanda and Zimbabwe has sign an MoU that will aim to spur business and private sector involvement. This MoU will help the mining sector in promoting and creating more opportunities for citizens in both nations. The mining deal will bring both nations to work together in training, exchange resources management experiences as well as share expert employment in the mining sector. CEO…

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HEAVY RAIN AFFECT WA WEST DISTRICT, CUTS OFF 19 COMMUNITIES IN GHANA

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HEAVY RAIN AFFECT WA WEST DISTRICT, CUTS OFF 19 COMMUNITIES IN GHANA

Why are the government ignoring the request and what can resident in such communities do to tackle this inhumane treatment?. Wa West District which is in the Upper West Region of Ghana has been affected by heavy rainfall. This has resulted in at least 19 communities having difficult access the district. The rain is causing a big problem for resident as they are unable to access various communities. It has also resulted in Kolle River…

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KENYA GUSII STADIUM STILL LACKS PROPER RUNNING TRACKS DESPITE FACELIFT

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KENYA GUSII STADIUM STILL LACKS PROPER RUNNING TRACKS DESPITE FACELIFT

Will contractors in africa ever get thing right without people complaining about each project after completion? Gusii Stadium which was refurbish a year ago stands as the one of the best sports facilities in Kenya but there are concerns over its poor running track. This is after athletics complained about the poor nature of the facilities during Kenya Communications Sports Organisation (Kecoso) games. Nyanza South Athletics Kenya chairman Peter Angwenyi said “As technical officials of…

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ZIMBABWE PRESIDENT LAUNCH NORTH-SOUTH CORRIDOR ROAD REHABILITATION

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ZIMBABWE PRESIDENT LAUNCH NORTH-SOUTH CORRIDOR ROAD REHABILITATION

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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REVOLTA AND ValU LAUNCH ELECTRIC CAR RECHARGE CARD SERVICE IN EGYPT

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REVOLTA AND ValU LAUNCH ELECTRIC CAR RECHARGE CARD SERVICE IN EGYPT

Revolta Egypt plans to provide recharge cards for electric cars with support from ValU ValU and Revolta Egypt are set to launch an electric car recharge cards finance service. The aim of the project is to help customers benefit using the company’s online platform. Speaking during the signing ceremony, Chief business officer at ValU, Mohamed El Shabrawy said ValU currently provides EGP 300m financing. But the company aims to reach EGP 380m by the end of…

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ZIMBABWE NEGOTIATE MORE POWER DEAL WITH MOZAMBIQUE

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ZIMBABWE NEGOTIATE MORE POWER DEAL WITH MOZAMBIQUE

Minister Advocate Fortune Chasi announced negotiation deal with Mozambique for electricity generation. Zimbabwe is negotiating a deal with Mozambique for electricity generation in the country. The 400 MW deal will enable the country prevent more power shortage which they are facing at the moment. This was according to Energy and Power Development Minister Advocate Fortune Chasi during a statement. Minister Chasi said “We are actually in the process of engaging Hydro Cahora Bassa of Mozambique…

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KENYA PRESIDENT TO FLAG-OFF CRUDE OIL SHIPMENT

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KENYA PRESIDENT TO FLAG-OFF CRUDE OIL SHIPMENT

President  Uhuru Kenyatta to flag-off US$11.6million crude oil shipment which will enable kenya enters the league of oil exporters. Kenya President  Uhuru Kenyatta will commission the flag off for the first shipment of crude oil from the port of Mombasa. The first shipment of crude oil which is worth US$11.6million (Ksh.1.2B) will also make Kenya enters the league of oil exporters. According to reports by Tullow Oil CEO Paul McDade, the shipment will continue for…

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PICTURES OF KERICHO BYPASS CONSTRUCTION IN KENYA

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PICTURES OF KERICHO BYPASS CONSTRUCTION IN KENYA

Kenya’s President’s Delivery Unit team announce progress of US$4.3m (Ksh.445.7m) Kericho bypass project. Kericho is the biggest town in Kericho County as it is located in the highlands west of the Kenyan Rift Valley. The place has a warm and temperate climate making it an ideal location for agriculture and in particular, the large scale cultivation of tea. So the construction of a bypass will not only bring out the beauty but also encourage faster…

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INTERCHANGE AT SENTEMA ALONG KAMPALA-NORTHERN BYPASS AT 60%

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INTERCHANGE AT SENTEMA ALONG KAMPALA-NORTHERN BYPASS AT 60%

Sentema interchange at 60% complete according to UNRA Uganda. The construction of an interchange at sentema which is along Kampala – Northern Bypass is at 60%. This was announced by Uganda National Road Authority (UNRA). According to UNRA, the Sentema is now widened to ensure future free flow of traffic on the Bypass & connecting road. This is after a new design was made to offer additional & improved drainage along Lubigi Swamp. 📸Interchange at Sentema…

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SADC LEADERS AND GOVERNMENT REACH AGREEMENT

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SADC LEADERS AND GOVERNMENT REACH AGREEMENT

SADC Leaders and Government reach agreement on measures to drive regional development The 39th ordinary Summit of the Heads of State and Government of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) which held at Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre in Dar es Salaam, United Republic of Tanzania, on the 17th and 18th August 2019 proposed a protocol aimed at bolstering the industry development sector and eventually intra-trade, which currently stands at below 20%. Tanzania President Dr Magufuli,…

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RWANDA GOVT. TO INCREASE FUND FOR HEALTH INSURANCE SCHEME

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RWANDA GOVT. TO INCREASE FUND FOR HEALTH INSURANCE SCHEME

Mutuelle de santé scheme set to get extra fund from Rwanda government. Rwanda Government is providing extra funds for community-based health insurance scheme. The scheme which is known as mutuelle de santé, will raised the country’s prospects of attaining universal health insurance coverage. The fund which is worth US$10million (Rwf10billion) was announced by Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB). Meanwhile, it will also guarantee the stability of the country’s largest insurance scheme with the scheme. This…

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