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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…

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…

KENYA GOVT. SOUND WARNING AFTER TWO DAMS BECAME FULL

Posted on May 7, 2020 by Gambeta News

Kenya Governments has warn citizen to expect disaster after confirming two dams has reached it maximum capacity. The dams in question are Masinga and Turkwel with the former having already exceeded its reservoir capacity to 1057.86 against its normal 1056.5 above the sea level. Energy Cabinet Secretary Charles Keter said “So we are telling people that it is a serious issue. Those downstream Garissa all the way to Garissa must move because things are worsening,”…

PICTURES: BARCLAYS BANK- KISII HOTEL ROAD REPAIR

Posted on May 4, 2020 by Gambeta News

Kenya Presidential Delivery Unit (PDU) has announced via its social media handle of the maintenance project. According to PDU, the project is the maintenance of Barclays bank – Kisii hotel road in Kisii county in Kenya. Maintenance of Barclays bank – Kisii hotel road in Kisii county that is currently underway pic.twitter.com/OiWJio2b4q — PDU Delivery (@PDUDelivery) May 2, 2020 The project is part of pans to help develop the nation road sector. Stay-tuned for more…

ROAD COLLAPSE CREATE TRANSPORTATION PROBLEM IN KENYA SUBURB

Posted on May 4, 2020 by Gambeta News

A road collapsed in Nakuru County, Kenya has made resident have serious transportation problem. The road was seen having a huge crack in the middle of the road along Shabaab area. According to resident, There was a big bang and as the rain got intense we heard something like an earthquake before we woke up in the morning to find the road has been destroyed. Speaking to the media, Nakuru Deputy Governor Eric Korir said…

REHABILITATION OF RUTARA DAM KICK-OFF IN KENYA

Posted on April 27, 2020 by Gambeta News

The Rehabilitation process for Rutara dam has kick-off in Kenya. This was announced via the social media handle of the President’s Delivery Unit (PDU) in Kenya. According to PDU, the dam is kicking off its phase one which is funded by the National Government. They also announced that the dam will boost water storage and retention. Rehabilitation of the Rutara dam in Ol Kalou constituency, Nyandarua county is underway. Phase I of the project funded by…

BRIDGE COLLAPSED LEAVES ROAD CLOSED IN KENYA

Posted on April 24, 2020 by Gambeta News

A section of a bridge that collapsed at Siyabei area, next to Maasai Mara Technical Institute, following heavy rainfall has seen a road been blocked. The Narok-Maai Mahiu road was blocked after the incident. Kenya National Highway Authority (KeNHA) who block the road has assured resident of urgent restoration works of the road. They also asked motorists to use alternative routes according to Assistant Director, Corporate Communications, Charles Njogu. Narok-Maai Mahiu road connects Nairobi to…

THIKA SUPERHIGHWAY CLOSURE AFFECTING MOTORIST

Posted on April 23, 2020April 23, 2020 by Gambeta News

The partial closure of Thika Superhighway is seriously affecting motorists in the country. Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) closed the highway so as to pave way for the completion of footbridge at the Survey of Kenya which is still yet to began. According to the authority, the road was to be closed until mid-April but yet nothing has happened. In a bid to help contractors do their work, motorist now use a single inner lane…

KENYA CONSERVATIONIST UNHAPPY WITH KWS HOTEL CONSTRUCTION PLANS

Posted on April 22, 2020 by Gambeta News

Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) plans to put up new hotel building in the Nairobi National Park has not been accepted by conservationist. This comes after the new 10-year management plan for the Nairobi National Park was announced. According to the plan, KWS will construct an eco-lodge, a high-end restaurant and an amphitheatre which could threaten the park. While, plans to fence the park was cited after numerous cases of human-widelife conflits as well as increasing…

BUKHUNGU STADIUM CONSTRUCTION BEGINS PHASE TWO IN KENYA

Posted on April 15, 2020 by Gambeta News

Bukhungu Stadium construction kick-off after kakamega county governor pledge to finish project before tenure finish. The second phase construction of bukhungu stadium has kick-off in Kenya. The project is aimed at making sure the country gets an international rating which will enable them host more international competitions. According to reports from local media house Daily Nation, the second phase project will come at a construction cost of 23m USD (Sh2.5 billion). It was also reported…

NEW BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION TO HELP RESIDENT IN MUKURU SLUMS

Posted on February 26, 2020 by Gambeta News

Mukuru slums excited about the construction of a new bridge in Kenya A project that will benefit the masses is always a welcome development. This can be witness with the construction of a new bridge in Mukuru slums, East part of Nairobi. Residents living in Mukuru has endure so many pain especially children whose schools is located after the bridge. For a long time, this resident has been using makeshift foot bridge which has endanger…

PICTURE: CONSTRUCTION OF KONZA TECHNOPOLIS IN KENYA

Posted on February 19, 2020February 19, 2020 by Gambeta News

Konza Technopolis construction taking serious shape in Kenya The construction of the Konza Technopolis is gradually taking shape as road and other drainage facilities are been laid. The announcement was made via Official Twitter handle for the President’s Delivery Unit in Kenya. According to the tweet, the project will be a world-class center for ICT research and innovations. It will also create many direct and indirect jobs for resident and citizens in the country. Construction…

KENYA GOVERNMENT LAUNCHED MILK COOLING PLANT

Posted on February 3, 2020 by Gambeta News

President Uhuru Launched construction of Milk Cooling Plant which will help dairy farmers store and sell at an affordable price. Kenya President Uhuru Kenyatta has officially launch the construction of a milk cooling plant. The project is aimed at improving the welfare of farmers around the country. Speaking during the launch, President Kenyatta said dairy farmers needs to take advantage of the facilities after the construction. He also noted that the cooling plant will help…

KENYA PRESIDENT SET TO UNVEIL SIMBA CEMENT PLANT

Posted on January 28, 2020 by Gambeta News

President Uhuru Kenyatta arrives Nakuru County for Simba cement plant unveiling. Kenya’s President Uhuru Kenyatta is in Nakuru County to officially unveil the Simba cement plant. The plant will aims to ride on the high demand for cement and building materials around the country. The announcement was made via kenya state house official social media handle. With the plant set to provide up to 700 direct jobs for resident at a production capacity of 750,000…

RECONDITIONING OF KENYA’S NYAYO STADIUM TO BE COMPLETED IN MARCH

Posted on January 23, 2020January 23, 2020 by Gambeta News

Reconditioning of Nyayo National Stadium in Kenya will be completed in March this year as promised by the contractor. The government of Kenya wants to ensure that the stadium is always in good condition for use by sportsmen and women in the country. “This works have to be completed by the end of March. The contractor has agreed to adhere to that directive,” said the sport Cabinet Secretary Amina Mohamed. Furthermore, Amina disclosed that the…

CHINESE FIRM SECURE KENYA POWER METER CONTRACT

Posted on January 22, 2020 by Gambeta News

Chinese firm bag contract for Kenya Power meter Shenzhen Star Instruments Company, a Chinese firm has won the tender process for Kenya power meter. The deal is for the firm to supply single phase prepayment meters to Kenya Power. They will also deliver the meters as the utility firm continues connecting more people to the grid. While, Kenya Power is expected to add more customers through the return of its Last Mile Connectivity Project (LMCP)….

KENYA COMMENCES THE MERU WIND ENERGY PARK PROJECT

Posted on January 16, 2020April 24, 2020 by Gambeta News

Construction of wind power project kicks off in Meru. The wind power project is calculated to generate 80 Megawatts (MW), which will be enough to supply electricity to 200, 000 households as well as strengthen the local economy. According to Windlab ( a global renewable energy provider), the project will initiate opportunities to boost income as well as provide jobs for residents in Meru. The project is currently occupying about 2, 000 acres but plans to spot…

KENYA: LOCUST SWARM THREATENS FOOD INSECURITY

Posted on January 13, 2020 by Gambeta News

Swarms of desert locusts have spread from Ethiopia and Somalia into eastern and northern Kenya. The locusts started crossing into Kenya towards the end of December, 2019 destroying pastures in semi-arid counties mainly occupied by herder communities. They have since spread to the counties of Garissa, Isiolo and Samburu to the south and west. “We recognize that the pest invasion, and the potential to spread rapidly to other counties pose unprecedented threat to food security…

PICTURES FROM CONSTRUCTION OF NEW NGONG MARKET IN KENYA

Posted on January 9, 2020January 10, 2020 by Gambeta News

New Ngong Market construction progress pictures Construction of New Ngong Market is making great progress from the latest report. The market which kick-off in march of 2019 will have five floors with potential to serve over 2000 traders in Ngong town. The project is financed by World Bank through the Nairobi Metropolitan Services Improvement Programme (NAMSIP). Currently, traders are operating along the roadside next to Ngong bus terminus causing obstruction to moving vehicles. The New…

ROAD COMPLETED IN KENYA AFTER 20 YEARS UNDER CONSTRUCTION

Posted on January 8, 2020January 10, 2020 by Gambeta News

Mati road completed after 20 years under construction in Kenya The nature of poor planning whenever it comes to infrastructural development needs to be changed. Leaders and decision makers in African countries needs to change their mindset when it comes to developing a nation. It still baffled me how a project will take more than two (2) decade to complete. That is very shocking!!! This kind of project was witness after the Mati road was…

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