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CORONAVIRUS IS HELPING AFRICAN ECONOMIES COMPETE

Posted on February 13, 2021 by Gambeta News

When all is said and done in 2020, African economies will probably have outperformed the rest of the world during the coronavirus pandemic. Africa’s 54 countries now include seven of the globe’s 10 fastest-growing economies, in part because the lethal virus may have improved their competitive advantage as they accelerated their decade-long transformation from exporters of natural resources to hubs of wireless, remotely engaged commerce. The transition to technology-driven, 21st-century business in a region where…

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…

AFRICAN LEADERS PROPOSED REQUEST TO CANCEL EXTERNAL DEBTS

Posted on May 5, 2020 by Gambeta News

The novel virus has cause African nations to dedicate more resource to their various health care sector more than ever. With that in mind, the continent leaders plans to request for their external debts to either be reduced or totally removed. If the nations are dedicating between 15% and 30% of their budgets to pay the high interest on their external debt, how do they do it? The plan is to invest in health and…

HOW CHINA EXPENSIVE BET ON AFRICA HAS FAILED

Posted on May 2, 2020 by Gambeta News

As the novel pandemic keeps spreading, China’s commercial activities in Africa has seriously been affected. The prospects for China-funded projects look bleak as the prices of oil, copper and minerals found in Africa have plunged in the global economic meltdown. China is now facing growing pressure to forgive the tens of billions of dollars of loans it has made to African countries since the early 2000s. The plan to lure African nation into a so-called…

CONSTRUCTION OF TWO BRIDGE IN UGANDA PLEASED RESIDENCE

Posted on April 29, 2020April 29, 2020 by Gambeta News

The construction of two bridges that will link Tororo municipality in Uganda has been completed. The two bridges which were constructed at Chamunula-Rubongi and Juba-Maguria area has been well received by resident of Tororo district. According to MP of the area, Apollo Yeri Ofwono, “It is no longer business as usual due to the outbreak of Covid-19 but the construction of the two bridges is a big breakthrough for us as a municipality.” He also…

NEW RULES SET TO MAKE CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES REOPEN

Posted on April 28, 2020April 28, 2020 by Gambeta News

Some firms and house-builders have started to reopen sites or have announced when operations will resume in May. Among them is Taylor Wimpey, which has said it is using “detailed new site operating protocols developed in compliance with strict social distancing requirements”. Chief executive Pete Redfern said last week: “We are now confident that we have clear plans and processes in place so we can safely start back on site in a phased way.” According…

SOUTH AFRICA GOVT. TO PROVIDE ADDITION WATER TANKS FOR GAUTENG

Posted on April 28, 2020 by Gambeta News

South Africa Government has announced plans to release 141 Water Tanks to Slow Tide of COVID-19 in Gauteng. In a press release by the Government, it is aimed at reducing rising tide of the novel coronavirus pandemic which has been affecting the area. According to the statement, so far, 1,926 water tanks have been distributed in the Cities of Joburg, Tshwane and Ekurhuleni and the Sedibeng and West Rand District Municipalities. Head of Department of…

CORONAVIRUS: NAMIBIA CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY NEEDS IMMEDIATE START AFTER PANDEMIC

Posted on April 23, 2020 by Gambeta News

The construction industry has been heavy affected due to the corona virus, but things are about to get worst if projects don’t kick-off immediately after the pandemic is over. This can be witnessed in Namibia as the nation’s construction industry has been suffering huge losses already over the last four years. Now with the novel virus on showcase, the industry is set for more problem if construction activities fails to return immediately after the virus…

PICTURES: CONSTRUCTION OF KITARA-GERENGE ROAD

Posted on April 21, 2020 by Gambeta News

Uganda National Road Authority (UNRA) has announced progress for the construction of Kitara—Gerenge road project via their social media handle. The 10km road project will connect to Gerenge fishing site, Entebbe and the Pearl Marina. 📸Ongoing works: Kitara—Gerenge road project [10Km]. Working towards completion of the project in August 2020. The road connects to Gerenge fishing🎣 site, Entebbe and the Pearl Marina, Uganda's futuristic lakeside city🌇.#StaySafeUG pic.twitter.com/d9z6KGgaLR — UNRA_UGANDA (@UNRA_UG) April 21, 2020 Meanwhile the…

GBARNGA-SALAYEA ROAD PROJECT TO CONTINUE DESPITE CORONA VIRUS FEARS IN LIBERIA

Posted on April 21, 2020April 24, 2020 by Gambeta News

Did the county made the right choice to allow CHICO continue construction work despite corona virus outbreak in Liberia. Despite the corona virus outbreak in the country, the China Henan International Cooperation Group (CHICO) and the Armed Forces of Liberia (AFL) has agreed to continue work on the project. During a meet between both parties, Bong County Superintendent Esther Walker cautioned the company to go ahead with the construction works, but follow all preventive measures…

SOUTH AFRICA DSW DELIVER WATER TO LOCAL MUNICIPALITIES

Posted on April 21, 2020 by Gambeta News

DSW distribution is a welcome idea but are there structures in place to continue with no foreseeable end to the pandemic? South Africa Department of Water and Sanitation (DSW) has announced its delivery of 500 water tank and 56 water tankers to various municipalities in Mpumalanga. The aim is to ensure the constant supply of water for resident as the pandemic keeps on spreading. This will enable people be able to wash their hands with…

COVID-19: WEBINARS TO ATTEND DURING THIS LOCK DOWN

Posted on April 20, 2020 by Gambeta News

As COVID-19 opens us all to a new reality, Lagos Business School’s Faculty will examine some of the challenges that organizations and individuals face during the crisis and provide insight for navigating its aftereffects. In a series of webinars, our faculty alongside other experts will address business risks and mitigation, customer service and delivery, new channels for customer engagement, meeting stakeholder expectations among other pressing topics. Registration is free and open to all; COVID-19 in…

CORONA VIRUS: CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY SHOULD BE DECLARED AN ESSENTIAL SERVICES

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

As the pandemic keeps spreading, the call for construction industry to be declared an essential service keeps growing. This is according to a submission made by the Construction COVID-19 Rapid Response Task Team to motivate for a phased reactivation of the construction Sector. According to them, the construction industry has the potential to create employment opportunities to cushion the impact of an anticipated increase in unemployment in the immediate aftermath of the current lock-down. The…

WHAT GOES AROUND COME AROUND: CONTRACTOR URGED TO PAY SUPPLIERS

Posted on April 20, 2020 by Gambeta News

Corona virus pandemic has seriously affect the construction industry with no possible return to normal activities, companies are urged to pay their suppliers. Industry leaders has suggest that companies looking to play hardball in the current circumstances will find their reputation totally trashed by the time this is all over. Read full report on the construction index Click on the floating icon on the right to subscribe. More so, please share, Follow us…

WHAT CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY STAND TO LOSE DUE TO THE CORONA VIRUS

Posted on April 16, 2020 by Gambeta News

The world is currently on stand still due to the corona virus but what does the construction industry stand to lose due to this pandemic. Infrastructure is vital for every nation and that is why the construction industry is crucial but if items and some very important things are not available, then it becomes impossible for the industry to function. The items are need as without it; the construction industry is heavily been affected. Such…

NIGERIA GOVT. TO BUILD MORE COVID-19 CENTRES

Posted on April 15, 2020 by Gambeta News

African countries need to build corona virus treatment centers as the pandemic keeps on increasing As the corona virus keeps spreading across the continent, African countries are looking for funds and means to help carter for its citizen as the pandemic keeps on increasing. Nigeria Government which has so far record over 373 confirmed case with 11 deaths is planning to build treatment centers at the borders according to its Minister of Health, Dr. Osagie…

EASTERN SOUTH AFRICA WITHOUT WATER DUE TO LOCK DOWN

Posted on April 15, 2020April 15, 2020 by Gambeta News

Residents from Eastern cape in South Africa has written to Government over the lack of drinking water in the region. But will the government look at those complaint? The corona virus has really shocked the world with African nations now facing potential problem. Its been over three weeks since South Africa imposed a lock down with communities from several Eastern Cape now feeling the effect due to lack of drinking water. These has made several…