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GROUND BREAKING CEREMONY FOR THE PROPOSED KANGARI MODERN MARKET IN KENYA

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GROUND BREAKING CEREMONY FOR THE PROPOSED KANGARI MODERN MARKET IN KENYA

Kenya’s Cabinet secretary, Dr. Fred Okengo Matiang’i unveils the plaque at the ground breaking for the proposed Kangari Modern  Market in Kangari ward, Kigumo Constituency, Murang’a County. This is among the many development projects being undertaken by Government to boost the economy in the region and offer quality and faster services to the people. The modern market will be on a 1¾ acre plot which is strategically located within the town centre. The market is in line with…

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[WATCH] KENYANS SCRUTINISE THE CONTROVERSIAL NAIROBI EXPRESSWAY PROJECT

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[WATCH] KENYANS SCRUTINISE THE CONTROVERSIAL NAIROBI EXPRESSWAY PROJECT

Kenyans will begin paying to beat traffic in Nairobi when the 27km toll road is completed by the a Chinese contractor. Hence, NTV Kenya held a live discourse on the engineering behind the Nairobi Expressway as well as the concerns bordering on the affordable, environmental impact and universal access.   

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AFRICA LOOKS INWARD FOR SOLUTIONS AS CHINESE FUNDING SLOW DOWN

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AFRICA LOOKS INWARD FOR SOLUTIONS AS CHINESE FUNDING SLOW DOWN

The African Union is setting up a fund to finance the construction of much-needed roads, railways and power plants on the continent, its infrastructure head said, turning to new sources of cash due to donor fatigue and higher debt levels. The continent has an estimated annual infrastructure financing deficit of $60 billion-$90 billion, the AU says, making it hard for the body to advance its goal of integrating the disparate individual markets into a single,…

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BUILDING BRIDGES INITIATIVES WILL INCREASE GRASSROOT DEVELOPMENT IN KENYA

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BUILDING BRIDGES INITIATIVES WILL INCREASE GRASSROOT DEVELOPMENT IN KENYA

NAIROBI, 19th February 2021 (PSCU) – President Uhuru Kenyatta has urged Kenyans to back the Building Bridges Initiatives (BBI), saying it will increase the amount of development resources devolved to the grassroots. Speaking on Friday when he toured Kayole and Dandora to launch health and water projects implemented by the Nairobi Metropolitan Service (NMS), President Kenyatta specifically encouraged Nairobi residents to support BBI as it is set to address most of the problems facing them…

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PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION OF MAJIMOTO ECO-RESORT PHASE III

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PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION OF MAJIMOTO ECO-RESORT PHASE III

1.1 The Kwale County Government invites sealed tenders from eligible enterprises for the PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION OF MAJIMOTO ECORESORT PHASE III 1.2 Interested eligible candidates may obtain more information from the county procurement office hours and proceed to download the tender document from Government tender portal Supplier, treasury.go.ke 1.3 Prices quoted should be net inclusive of all taxes, must be in Kenya shillings and shall remain valid for (120) days from the closing date of tender….

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PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION OF NATIONAL MULTI-PURPOSE FACILITY FOR NACADA KENYA

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PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION OF NATIONAL MULTI-PURPOSE FACILITY FOR NACADA KENYA

Proposed Construction Of National Multi-Purpose Facility For Drug Use Disorders – Phase One To Construct A Kitchen, Dining Hall And Social Hall At Miritini Rehabilitation Centre In Mombasa   Tender Number NAC/OT/17/2020-2021 Tender Document Tender For Multi Purpose Hall (FINAL) Tender Eligibility OPEN TO ALL Tender closing date Mon, 02/22/2021 – 11:30 Tender Status SUBMISSION OPEN ABOUT NACADA Kenya The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) is a Semi-Autonomous State…

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KAJIADO COUNTY THREATENS TO SUE GOVERNMENT OVER BAD ROAD IN KENYA

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KAJIADO COUNTY THREATENS TO SUE GOVERNMENT OVER BAD ROAD IN KENYA

Residents of Kajiado East and North constituencies have threatened to move to court over the poor state of their roads, which they claim is the result of deliberate neglect by the Kenya Rural Roads Authority (KeRRA). The residents said many road projects in the area have been abandoned, resulting in the continued breakdown their vehicles and providing a breeding ground for criminals. When the Nation visited the area, they further said they incur high costs…

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REASONS WHY KENYA SHOULD SUPPORT THE DIGITALISATION OF THE LAND ADMINISTRATION SYSTEM – NLIMS

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REASONS WHY KENYA SHOULD SUPPORT THE DIGITALISATION OF THE LAND ADMINISTRATION SYSTEM – NLIMS

Farida Karoney, Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Lands & Physical Planning has been holding series of stakeholder engagement ahead of the official launch of the National Land Information Management System (NLIMS). The NLIMS is enabling a shift from the current paper-based system to a digital system of land administration and management. Thereby, enhancing partnerships with professional and investigative bodies, encourage information sharing, and build public trust and confidence in services offered by Government through the Ministry…

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CONSTRUCTION OF NATIONAL POLICE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY COMMENCES IN KENYA

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CONSTRUCTION OF NATIONAL POLICE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY COMMENCES IN KENYA

President Uhuru Kenyatta arrives at Embulbul in Ngong, Kajiado County to preside over the ground breaking ceremony for the construction of the National Police Leadership Academy. The Academy, whose construction is supported by the Central Bank of Kenya, will provide training and capacity building for senior officers of the National Police Service.  

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NAIROBI EXPRESSWAY PROJECT IS MAKING GOOD PROGRESS DESPITE THE PANDEMIC

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NAIROBI EXPRESSWAY PROJECT IS MAKING GOOD PROGRESS DESPITE THE PANDEMIC

The Nairobi Expressway is on course to becoming a reality as key project milestones continue to be achieved. On completion, the Expressway will slash commuting time between Westlands and the JKIA from around 2 hours at peak time to just 15 minutes. The 27.1KM Expressway will enhance Nairobi’s competitiveness as regional hub by decongesting CBD and Northern transport corridor. It’ll have 10 interchanges: Mlolongo, SGR, JKIA, Eastern & Western bypasses, Capital Center, Haile Selassie, Museum…

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KENYA’S NAIVASHA DAM PROJECT IS A ‘WHITE ELEPHANT’ AFFECTING RESIDENTS

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KENYA’S NAIVASHA DAM PROJECT IS A ‘WHITE ELEPHANT’ AFFECTING RESIDENTS

A dam that was meant to benefit more than 30,000 villagers from Nyodia, located in the outskirts of Naivasha town, is now a white elephant after it was abandoned before completion. Sources told the Nation that at least Sh14 million was pumped into construction of the unfinished project, dashing hopes for the locals who wanted to use the dam for irrigation purposes. The dam which was under construction in 2017 has been washed away, highlighting the extent…

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ETHIOPIA AND KENYA REAFFIRM IT’S PLANS FOR CROSS-BORDER PROJECTS

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ETHIOPIA AND KENYA REAFFIRM IT’S PLANS FOR CROSS-BORDER PROJECTS

Ethiopia and Kenya has reaffirm it’s commitment towards the infrastructural projects at the cross-border linking both nations. Both nations in a joint statement made the announcement shortly after inspecting the ongoing construction of the new 32-berth Lamu Port, when President Kenyatta visited Ethiopian Prime Minister Dr Abiy Ahmed. According to Ethiopian Prime Minister Dr Abiy Ahmed who said  Kenya and Ethiopia are fast tracking the development of the Mombasa-Nairobi-Addis Ababa Road Corridor Project. He noted…

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CEMENT FACTORY FAILS TO KICK-OFF AFTER BEEN COMMISIONED 10YEARS AGO IN KENYA

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CEMENT FACTORY FAILS TO KICK-OFF AFTER BEEN COMMISIONED 10YEARS AGO IN KENYA

The lack of proper management facing African countries is quite alarming especially when it has to do with the infrastructure industry. For 10years now, a multi-million-shilling cement factory in Sebit, West Pokot County, has not kicked off after it was commissioned by then Prime Minister Raila Odinga in July 2010. The project which promised to lift hopes among residence has been dashed as it was expected to benefit economically and socially from job opportunities. Residences…

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KENHA SAY FLOATING BRIDGE WILL BE READY BY DECEMBER

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KENHA SAY FLOATING BRIDGE WILL BE READY BY DECEMBER

Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has announced that the floating bridge which is under construction will be completed in December this year. According to one of their Engineers Eric Wambua, the project is 80% complete and should be ready by December 15. Quoting Wambua, “We have finished the foundation and are now working on the structure above water.” Meanwhile during an inspection tour, Coast regional commissioner John Elungata said we should be able to see…

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KeNHA ANNOUNCED T-MALL FLYOVER TO BE COMPLETED IN 2024

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KeNHA ANNOUNCED T-MALL FLYOVER TO BE COMPLETED IN 2024

Kenya National Highway Authority (KeNHA) has announced that the construction of T-Mall flyover is set for completion in 2024. The flyover is expected to be on Langata road and footbridges across Mbagathi road and Nyayo stadium. According to authority’s Assistant Director in charge of Corporate Communications Charles Njogu, the Sh3 billion project will be done in seven phases so as to ensure minimal traffic interruption. Quoting Njogu, “The detailed designs of the flyover have been…

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KENYA DONGO KUNDU ROAD CONSTRUCTION SET FOR COMPLETION IN MARCH 2021

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KENYA DONGO KUNDU ROAD CONSTRUCTION SET FOR COMPLETION IN MARCH 2021

Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has announced that the dongo kundu road construction will be completed by March 2021. The road which is between Mteza and Kibundani is expected to link the highway with the Likoni-Lunga Lunga Road, as well as connect with Dongo Kundu Phase 2 in Mwache to Miritini. Meanwhile, Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) deputy director Samuel Ogege said the two phases will be an alternative route to connect South Coast from…

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WHY NATURE NEEDS TO GIVE WAY FOR Shs59M NAIROBI EXPRESSWAY

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WHY NATURE NEEDS TO GIVE WAY FOR Shs59M NAIROBI EXPRESSWAY

It quite sad when nature is been affected when it comes to infrastructural development because the impact will surely be felt in the future. However, the present situation should never be ignored, that is why the tree are been cut down to pave way for the concrete road. The decision to continue with the project has received protests by Kenyans on social media and other platforms expressing their disappointment over the manner of the felling…

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REPORT ON SAFETY OF DAMS SHOWS 300,000 LIVES AT RISK IN KENYA

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REPORT ON SAFETY OF DAMS SHOWS 300,000 LIVES AT RISK IN KENYA

A report released in August 2019 shows the need for Kenya Authority to take serious action before numerous life’s were lost, however they failed to respond and are in a serious dilemma. The Dam safety report by a 15 member taskforce commissioned by the Ministry of Water had expressed concerns that the status of dams in the country were not being inspected since no authority is expressly mandated by law to do so. Despite the…

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PROVISION OF GRID CONNECTED STREET LIGHTS

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PROVISION OF GRID CONNECTED STREET LIGHTS

The Rural Electrification and Renewable Energy Corporation invites tenders from interested firms to bid for; Supply, Installation, Testing & Commissioning of Highmast Flood lights, Low mast floodlights and Grid connected street lights in Fafi,Turkana South, Narok East and Butere Constituencies   Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of Highmast flood lights, Low mast floodlights, Grid connected Street Lights and solar street lights in Turkana East Constituency, Kilifi South Constituency and Embakasi South Constituency Supply, Installation, Testing…

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