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DANDORA STADIUM CONSTRUCTION ON HOLD DUE TO EACC PROBE IN KENYA

Posted on May 25, 2020 by Gambeta News

The construction of Dandora stadium which is nearly completed is now on hold. The project is undergoing Ethics and Anti-Corruption (EACC) probe process after officials allegedly stop the work as they identify sub-standard materials been used in the construction. These halt to construction activities has further delayed the launch date which should have been two years ago. Speaking to the media, Stadium Manager, Godfrey Okoti said “This artificial turf has been exposed to the sun…

MARINA BEACH BRIDGE TO BE REPAIRED SOON IN NIGERIA

Posted on May 25, 2020 by Gambeta News

Lagos state government in Nigeria has announced plans to repair the marina beach bridge. Speaking during a statement by the Commissioner for Transportation, Dr. Frederic Oladeinde, he said the repair works by the Federal Ministry of Works, is long overdue and vital for the safety of residents, especially motorists that ply the bridge. He further explained that necessary palliative works have been carried out on all alternative routes around the construction site, making them to be…

142 STORES TO BE CONSTRUCTED AT HO MARKET IN GHANA

Posted on May 22, 2020 by Gambeta News

Plans has been announced by the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) to construct a total of 142 stores at Ho market in Ghana. Speaking to the media, Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) of Ho, Prosper Pi-Bansa said the construction which will be in two separate project will commence simultaneously in three weeks, under the Ghana Secondary City Support Programme. According to Pi-Bansa, the move was in response to Ho’s status as a rapidly growing municipality, and also…

KIAMBU-RUAKA WATER SUPPLY PROJECT KICK-OFF IN KENYA

Posted on May 22, 2020 by Gambeta News

The construction of Kiambu-Ruaka water supply has kick-off in Kenya. The project will benefit over 100,000 residents of Ruaka and Kiambu town with improved supply of clean drinking water and sanitation services. The Africa Development Bank is funding the project which will be under the Kenya Towns Sustainable Water Supply and Sanitation Program. Speaking during the official kick-off Water, Sanitation and Irrigation Cabinet Secretary Sicily Kariuki said “Kenya’s Vision 2030 and its five-year Mid-Term Plan…

TWO NEW SCHOOLS UNDER CONSTRUCTION IN ERITREA

Posted on May 21, 2020 by Gambeta News

Construction of two new primary schools is underway in Ribda and Alet administrative areas, Forto Sawa sub zone. The project is aimed at reinforcing the teaching and learning process in the area according to Abubakar Idris, administrator of the sub zone. These development is a major boost to the area as Forto Sawa sub zone progress of education has been seriously hampered due to remoteness of villages, nomadic lifestyle, and backward traditions among others. Abubakar…

KIPCHOGE KEINO STADIUM AN EYESORE AFTER RENOVATION STALLED IN KENYA

Posted on May 20, 2020 by Gambeta News

It always sad when a structure is build but have no proper maintenance plans. This can be witness with the Kipchoge Keino Stadium that has gone from one of Kenya pride and joy to an eyesore. The stadium which began renovation in 2017 was put to halt with no proper explanation as to why. The grass is overgrown in the stadium and it’s overrun by weeds. The toilets are in pathetic condition and so is…

CONSTRUCTION OF THREE FACILITIES TO KICK-OFF SOON IN MARGIBI COUNTY, LIBERIA

Posted on May 20, 2020May 20, 2020 by Gambeta News

The ground breaking ceremony for the construction of a Town hall and primary school has kick-off in Margibi county district in Liberia. The construction cost is worth US$105,000 with the two primary school having US$80,000 while the remaining US$25,000 will be for the town hall. Speaking during the ceremony, Margibi County District# 5 Representative Clarence G. Gahr said “Since my ascendency, the people of Kollie-Dede Town have always reminded me that in order for our…

NIOB CALLS FOR COLLAPSE BUILDING TO BE INVESTIGATED

Posted on May 20, 2020 by Gambeta News

The building collapsed in Imo state just few weeks ago has put the engineering society in Nigeria on the radar again. According to National President of Nigeria Institute of Building (NIOB), Builder Kunle Awobodu, an investigation needs to be carried-out while prosecuting those responsible for the disaster. He said “On the latest collapsed building in Owerri, those who caused the wanton destruction of property and loss of lives should be prosecuted in order to deter…

SOROTI HOSPITAL RENOVATION ON HOLD IN UGANDA

Posted on May 19, 2020 by Gambeta News

The renovation of Soroti hospital is now on hold after engineers condemned the structure, saying it is old and dilapidated, and that the wall was too weak. According to Principal hospital administrator, Simon Kisabagirye “the medical ward was infested by termites and we thought it was necessary to renovate it but when our contractor started the work, we were stopped by the municipality engineers”. Kisabagirye also said they have stop the work pending consultations from…

CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTOR IN SOUTH AFRICA UNDER SIEGE

Posted on May 19, 2020 by Gambeta News

South Africa construction industry was on hold for five weeks due to the Covid-19 pandemic. These has made the construction industry to suffer with contractor been affected the most. Even before the temporary closure of activities in the sector, it was already having a steep decline as only few company has the cash reserves to remain sustainable in the current environment. These was made know by construction and technology law specialist MDA Attorneys. According to…

LAGOS-IBADAN EXPRESSWAY CONSTRUCTION DELAYED EXPLAINED BY NIGERIA GOVT.

Posted on May 18, 2020 by Gambeta News

The lock down of Abuja and Lagos via the presidential order has affected the construction industry in the nation. But with the lock down partial reduced, Construction activities is once again set to kick-off. Director, Federal Highways, South West, Mr. Adedamola Kuti said Julius Berger would have resumed works on the expressway, but delayed due to some procedures. He explained that there will be serious works on site this week. According to Kuti, “We are…

UNRA UGANDA RE-OPENS NTUNGAMO-KABALE HIGHWAY

Posted on May 18, 2020 by Gambeta News

Ntungamo—Kabale highway has been opened to the public after it was closed on may 4 2020. Uganda National Road Authority (UNRA) block the highway as emergency repair kicking off the next day. The highway was reported earlier in our previous post of a mudslide that block the highway due to heavy rainfall. #UPDATE: Ntungamo—Kabale highway OPENED to traffic. Ongoing emergency works at Kaharo, 18kms to Kabale town now final stages. The road is open to normal…

BOSTWANA NWDC SAY MAINTENANCE OF SCHOOL TO BE COMPLETED SOON

Posted on May 18, 2020 by Gambeta News

North West District Council (NWDC) in Botswana hopes to complete maintenance of 79 primary school soon. The announced was made by Deputy council chairperson, Mr Lekonne Masoko. According to Masoko, “The project entails construction of new ablution facilities, maintenance of toilets, procurement of 10 000 litre water tanks and stands.” Masoko said US$1.8m (P22m) had been disbursed to the district and that each sub district was awarded US$410k (P5m) to commence with the project. He…

TANZANIA GOVT. ALLOCATE FUND TO CONSTRUCT VIP ROUTE ON MT. KILIMANJARO

Posted on May 18, 2020 by Gambeta News

As part of plans to increase the tourism sector of the nation, Tanzania Government has allocated fund for the construction the the VIP route. The construction of a 25-kilometre route for Very Important Persons (VIP), will be used by tourist while climbing Mountain Kilimanjaro. In a press statement by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism reads “The launching of the new route will help in hiking government revenue through local and international tourism, and…

ISIMBA BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION AT 55% COMPLETED IN UGANDA

Posted on May 15, 2020 by Gambeta News

Progress has been seen from the construction of Isimba bridge. The details was announced by UNRA Uganda via its social media handles. The aim of the project is to help link Kampala to Kamuli via Kayunga district. 📸ISIMBA Bridge: Connecting #Kampala to #Kamuli via #Kayunga district.⬆️Progress now at 5️⃣5️⃣% and completion expected December 2020. On completion, the facility ⛩ will further decongest the mainline #Jinja Highway & provide a shorter alternative to the far #East….

HOW RESIDENTS ARE SUFFERING FROM UNFINISHED HOMES IN SOUTH AFRICA

Posted on May 14, 2020 by Gambeta News

Hundreds of residents of Velwano in an area known as NU1 are suffering from unfinished building project. The project which was carried-out by Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality did not finish as they failed to pay the developer, which resulted in the project been abandoned in 2017 with 43 houses still unfinished. Residents has complained to their councilors but according to them, it still boils down to the municipality. This has made the Kwanele People’s Movement…

CONSTRUCTION OF MIRERANI SPORT COMPLEX ON HOLD DUE TO FLOOD

Posted on May 14, 2020 by Gambeta News

Mirerani Sports Complex has been put on halt after flood invade the construction site. Director of Tanzanite Community Empowerment Organisation (TACEO), Charles Mnyalu while making the announcement said the project will now be move to August. According to Mnyalu, “the grass is first of all rotting, due to the soaked pitch, but the decaying forage is attracting all types of fish that feed on them”. Mnyalu said that, there is a large river nearby, which…

UGANDA OLD TAXI PARK RENOVATION KICK-OFF

Posted on May 13, 2020 by Gambeta News

Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has kick-off the redevelopment plans of the facility as the park has been in a deplorable state for so long. According to the plans, the redevelopment will include excavation and disposal of the existing material, installation of underground drainage lines, rock fill, and construction of new foundation layers for the carpet and surfacing of the constructed layers with asphalt concrete (tarmac). Meanwhile, the new carpet will have markings to describe…

PICTURES FROM DARAJA MBILI MARKET COMPLETION IN KENYA

Posted on May 13, 2020 by Gambeta News

Construction of Daraja market in Kisii county of Kenya has been completed. The announcement was made by the nation Presidential Delivery Unit (PDU) team via its social media handles. According to the statement, the modern market is design to accommodate 700 traders. This will help boost trading activities in Kisii county. The construction of Daraja Mbili Wholesale and Retail Market in Kisii County funded by the National Government is complete. The modern market designed to…

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