FOURTH MAINLAND BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION SHORTLIST THREE BIDDERS IN NIGERIA

FOURTH MAINLAND BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION SHORTLIST THREE BIDDERS IN NIGERIA

The Lagos State Government, through the Office of Public-Private Partnerships, PPP, weekend, said it has shortlisted three bidders for the construction of the US$2.5 billion Fourth Mainland Bridge project in Lagos. The Special Adviser to the Governor on PPP, Mr. Ope George, while briefing newsmen in Ikeja, stated that the three bidders shortlisted for the Request For Proposal, RFP Stage II are: Mota-Engil (Nigeria and Africa) CCCC and CRBC consort; CGGC-CGC Joint Venture and CCECC and…

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HSWU TO CONSTRUCT OFFICE COMPLEX IN GHANA

HSWU TO CONSTRUCT OFFICE COMPLEX IN GHANA

Health Service Workers Union (HSWU) in the Western Region is set to construct a GH¢4 million office complex near Twin City Radio at Effia Nkwanta in the Sekondi-Takoradi metropolis. The project, including a conference center, will be executed by BINMIC Construction Ltd within two years. At the sod-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, the Administrator, of Effia Nkwanta Regional Hospital, Mr. Michael Danso, noted the role management played in the realization of the project, saying “it’s very…

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MALAWI GOVT. LAUNCH JAPAN 5S KAIZEN FOR HEALTHCARE SECTOR

MALAWI GOVT. LAUNCH JAPAN 5S KAIZEN FOR HEALTHCARE SECTOR

Malawi’s government through the Ministry of Health has embarked on the implementation of the 5s Kaizen approach for quality improvement of the physical working environment in the country’s health facilities. Launching the Seminar in Lilongwe, Minister of Health, Khumbize Kandodo the aid 5s approach optimizer empowers organizations to provide high-quality healthcare services through harmonizing the quality of products, processes, and resources among the departments and sections. She said the country has four Kaizen benchmark hospitals…

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EGYPT SIGNED US$15BILLION DEAL AT COP27 CLIMATE CONFERENCE

EGYPT SIGNED US$15BILLION DEAL AT COP27 CLIMATE CONFERENCE

Egypt has signed agreements to carry out projects at a value of around US$15 billion at the recent United Nations climate conference (COP27), said Environment Minister Yasmine Fouad. Speaking to the DMC TV channel, she reiterated that the projects inked at COP27, whose activities lasted until Saturday in Sharm El Sheikh, will be carried out to counter the negative impacts of climate change. The minister highlighted the importance of the launch of the Africa waste…

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WHY ARE BUILDING COLLAPSE NUMBERS HIGH IN KENYA

WHY ARE BUILDING COLLAPSE NUMBERS HIGH IN KENYA

Shortcuts, poor workmanship, and impunity during construction are the leading causes of the collapse of multi-story buildings in the country. At least four apartments have, in the last two weeks, collapsed in Kiambu and Nairobi counties, resulting in the loss of lives and property valued at millions of shillings. Questions have since arisen on the structural integrity of buildings being erected in the country, especially recently. Property developers seem to capitalize on the housing shortage…

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SOMALIA PRESDIENT INAUGURATE NEW PRESIDENTIA PALACE BUILDING

SOMALIA PRESDIENT INAUGURATE NEW PRESIDENTIA PALACE BUILDING

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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GAMBIA WORKS MINISTER SAYS ANOTHER ROAD PROJECT ONGOING IN KIANG WEST

GAMBIA WORKS MINISTER SAYS ANOTHER ROAD PROJECT ONGOING IN KIANG WEST

Apart from the ongoing OIC project, the Ministry of Transport, Works, and Infrastructure is currently implementing another important road network project in Kiang West, covering a distance of 87km funded by government of The Gambia. Construction work on the first phase of the project, which is to cover 39km, is progressing smoothly, starting from Sankandi to the interior of Western Kiang. The ultimate aim of this first phase of the project is to connect major…

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COMPANY PARTNERS TO BUILD DIABETES CLINIC FOR CHILDREN IN GHANA

COMPANY PARTNERS TO BUILD DIABETES CLINIC FOR CHILDREN IN GHANA

The Sonia Nabeta Foundation, a non-governmental organization, in partnership with Sanford World Clinic (SWC) has established a clinic for Children with Type 1 Diabetes. (T1 D). The facility dubbed “SNF Clinics at San-ford Health” sought to support the Ministry of Health’s objective of improving access to healthcare for children with the disease. Services to be provided include consultations with a multidisciplinary team comprised of pediatric endocrinologists, psychologists, dieticians, diabetic nurses, and fellow warrior mentors. It…

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SCHOOL OPENS AFTER FIVE YEARS OF CONSTRUCTION DELAY IN SOUTH AFRICA

SCHOOL OPENS AFTER FIVE YEARS OF CONSTRUCTION DELAY IN SOUTH AFRICA

The newly built Noninzi Luzipho Primary School in Gunguluza, KwaNobuhle in Kariega has officially been handed over to learners and the community. While most learners have been attending classes at the new school since February, construction of the R63-million building was finally completed recently following several delays. The school was initially established in 2004 by unemployed teachers who volunteered their time to start a “night school” in the community. Construction of the new school started in 2017…

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TALLINDING SOUTH PARK FOUNDATION STONE LAID IN GAMBIA

TALLINDING SOUTH PARK FOUNDATION STONE LAID IN GAMBIA

Talib Ahmed Bensouda, mayor of Kanifing Municipal Council (KMC), laid the foundation stone for Tallinding South Park which will have children playing ground, pitch, and gym. The project, under the care of the Kanifing Environmental Transformation Programme (KETP), is funded by the European Union. The project is undertaken to improve the environmental lives of the residents of the municipality and also regenerate and develop 7 parks to open green space for children and the differently…

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TANZANIA AND DRC SIGN MOU FOR MAJOR SGR INFRASTRUCTURAL PROJECTS

TANZANIA AND DRC SIGN MOU FOR MAJOR SGR INFRASTRUCTURAL PROJECTS

Tanzania and DR Congo’s vision to further improve trade ties has continued to bear fruits as the two countries’ transport and works ministers signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to begin the execution of roads, railway and ports infrastructure projects in the Central Corridor by early next year. Two weeks ago, the President of DR Congo Felix Tshisekedi was in the country for a two-day working visit, whereby various agreements were reached in boosting trade…

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SEVERAL POTHOLES RE-EMERGED ON FOUR KAMPALA CITY IN UGANDA

SEVERAL POTHOLES RE-EMERGED ON FOUR KAMPALA CITY IN UGANDA

Several potholes have re-emerged on four Kampala City roads a few months after they were patched up with compacted gravel, according to reports. The roads, which are in a sorry state, have made life hard for motorists and pedestrians.  The roads sampled include Fifth, Sixth, Seventh, and Eighth Street, all in the Industrial Area covering a total distance of over 7kms. Fifth Street covers a length of 0.8kms, Sixth Street (1.95kms), Seventh Street, (1.86kms), and…

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MOROCCO AUTOMATIVE EXPORT INCREASED BY 34.9%

MOROCCO AUTOMATIVE EXPORT INCREASED BY 34.9%

The volume of Morocco’s automotive exports reached MAD 77.7 billion ($7.11 billion) during the first nine months of 2022. The number represents an increase of 34.9% compared to the same period in September 2021, according to new statistics from Morocco’s exchange office. The increases concern the sale of car parts, and cables (56.2 % and 20.8%, respectively). The data shows that exports of automotive interior parts and seats remained “almost stable.” The automotive sector is one of…

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WORKS MINISTER PLEDGES TO COMPLETE ROAD REHABILITATION BEFORE PRESIDENT WEAH FIRST TERM

WORKS MINISTER PLEDGES TO COMPLETE ROAD REHABILITATION BEFORE PRESIDENT WEAH FIRST TERM

The Minister of Public Works, Ruth Coker Collins, pledges to complete the rehabilitation of roads in the country before the end of President Goerge Weah’s first term. Minister Collins underscores that the completion of roads already earmarked is strategic and crucial for the pending National Housing and Population Census and the 2023 Presidential and Legislative Elections. Speaking at the Ministry of Information’s weekly press briefing on Thursday in Monrovia, she said completion of ongoing road…

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LEKKI DEEP SEA PORT CONTRACTOR ANNOUNCED COMPLETION OF PROJECT

LEKKI DEEP SEA PORT CONTRACTOR ANNOUNCED COMPLETION OF PROJECT

The China Habour Engineering LFTZ Enterprise (CHELE), a subsidiary of China Habour Engineering Company Limited (CHEC), which is the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contractor for the $1.5 billion Lekki Deep Sea Port, has announced the completion of the construction of the port. The Lekki Port is one of the biggest deep-sea ports in West Africa expected to generate $361 billion in revenue for the Nigerian government while also providing close to 200,000 job opportunities…

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UGANDA GOVT. TO CONVERT NAMANVE THERMAL POWER PLANT TO LPG UNIT

UGANDA GOVT. TO CONVERT NAMANVE THERMAL POWER PLANT TO LPG UNIT

According to Energy Minister Ruth Nankabirwa, the government has already secured a memorandum of understanding with the government of Tanzania to convert Namanve Thermal Power Plant into a Liquefied Petroleum Gas production unit. The Ministry of Energy has said it is engaging the government of Tanzania to convert the recently repossessed Namanve Thermal Power Plant into a Liquefied Petroleum Gas production unit. Speaking during the unveiling of the Consumer Protection and Installation Permits Centre in…

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TANZANIA GOVT. UNHAPPY WITH SLOW PACE FOR CONSTRUCTION OF SCHOOL PROJECT

TANZANIA GOVT. UNHAPPY WITH SLOW PACE FOR CONSTRUCTION OF SCHOOL PROJECT

The Parliamentary Administration and Local Governments Affairs Committee has expressed dissatisfaction over the slow pace in the construction of the public secondary school in the Kagera region, calling upon the authorities to ensure that the project is completed before December 30th, of this year. Chairman of the committee, Mr. Jaffari Chaurembo (MP), made the remarks on Tuesday while receiving a report on the implementation of the ongoing project involving the construction of the government-owned girls’…

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BOSTWANA GOVT. ANNOUNCED SPENDING P1.3M TO IMPROVE HOUSING AT REFUGEE CAMP

BOSTWANA GOVT. ANNOUNCED SPENDING P1.3M TO IMPROVE HOUSING AT REFUGEE CAMP

Botswana government has spent P1.3 million to improve housing at the Dukwi refugee camp and to refurbish Francistown Centre for Illegal Immigrants. This was said by the Minister of Justice Machana Shamukuni this week when addressing the media on his recent return from Switzerland where he attended the 73rd session of the Executive Committee of the High Commissioner’s Programme (EXCOM). Shamukuni said that as part of their efforts to ensure the care and protection of…

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BRIDGE OVER NATETE RIVER REOPENS IN MOZAMBIQUE

BRIDGE OVER NATETE RIVER REOPENS IN MOZAMBIQUE

The land connection between the provinces of Nampula and Niassa was restored as motorists were again able to transport goods and people safely over the Natete river, thanks to the intervention of various sectors in the region. This takes place only four days after Minister of Public Works Carlos Mesquita pledged that the Natete bridge would reopen soon. Minister Mesquita said the non-observance of the weight limits by transporters constituted the biggest challenge for the…

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RWU APPEAL TO GHANA PRESIDENT TO HELP GRCL FROM TOTAL COLLAPSED

RWU APPEAL TO GHANA PRESIDENT TO HELP GRCL FROM TOTAL COLLAPSED

The Railway Workers Union (RWU) has appealed to President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to intervene immediately to avert the Ghana Railway Company Limited (GRCL) from a total collapse. According to the union, the deteriorating condition of the GRCL was a clear signal that the company was gradually grinding to a halt unless the President took action, as a matter of urgency, to salvage the situation. The RMU in a press statement signed by the General…

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