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KENHA SAYS OLD MOMBASA ROAD TO BE UPGRADE AFTER SECURING SH24.8BILLION FUNDS

Posted on February 16, 2023 by Gambeta News

The old Mombasa Road will be upgraded to Nairobi Expressway standards as part of the Sh24.8 billion project, which will also see the construction of new footbridges and pedestrian paths, according to a recent statement from the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA). The work will begin soon once the road sections damaged during the construction of the Expressway have been repaired. This is according to KeNHA Director General Kungu Ndungu. The latter said that the 27-kilometer-long road’s…

SERIOUS ROAD TRAFFIC DUE TO HEAVY RAINFALL IN NAIROBI, KENYA

Posted on February 23, 2022 by Gambeta News

Heavy down pour in Nairobi has resulted in the area having serious flood which has affected the road network in the area. Due to this incident, the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has urged motorists to drive carefully to avoid accidents. NTSA made the announcement via its twitter account by encouraging the drivers to switch on their headlights during downpours to avoid hitting pedestrians. According to NTSA, “Increase your visibility by turning on your…

PRELIMINARY WORKS ON NAIROBI EXPRESSWAY UNDERWAY IN KENYA

Posted on June 9, 2020 by Gambeta News

Kenya’s Presidential Delivery Unit (PDU) has announced commencement of Nairobi expressway via their social media handle. The expressway will begins at Mlolongo to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), then move to Nairobi’s Central Business District before terminating at Westlands along Waiyaki Way. Preliminary works on Nairobi Expressway have commenced. Main construction activities on the 27.1Km project are scheduled for July 2020 with December 2022 completion date. The Expressway begins at Mlolongo to JKIA, Nairobi’s CBD…

KENYA SCOUTS FOR INTERNATIONAL LENDERS TO SPONSOR WORLD’S MOST EXPENSIVE FOOTBRIDGE.

Posted on October 18, 2019 by Gambeta News

Kenya is seeking for US $42 million to finance what is to be the world’s most expensive footbridge. The footbridge will be constructed on Nairobi-Mombasa highway is four times more expensive than the recent one on Thika highway, each steel bridge will cost US $8 million. The full details for the negotiation of the loan has been submitted to the National Assemble’s Committee of Delegation Legislation. ICO is one the leader and is contributing US…

TANZANIA, KENYA AND UGANDA ARE REVAMPING THEIR OLD RAILWAYS

Posted on August 7, 2019August 11, 2019 by Gambeta News

Why are they going back to their old railways after their agreement and ambitious plans for East Africa’s Standard Gauge Railway network. In August 2013 the Presidents of Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda signed a Tripartite Agreement; for the development and operation of a 1,500km-long joint Standard Gauge Rail (SGR) system; that will connect Mombasa (Kenya) – Kampala (Uganda) – Kigali (Rwanda). In May 2014, the Republic of South Sudan also joined this agreement; in other…

SALE SUPPORT SPECIALIST AT ABB, KENYA

Posted on May 21, 2019 by Gambeta News

ABB (ABBN: SIX Swiss Ex) is a pioneering technology leader in power grids, electrification products, industrial automation and robotics and motion, serving customers in utilities, industry and transport & infrastructure globally. JOB DESCRIPTION AT ABB As a Sales Support Specialist, you will be responsible to support the Sales organization and customers throughout the proposal process by preparing technical descriptions of the applied products and technology, determining costs, preparing final documentation, and serving as a key…

SENIOR ENGINEER VACANCY AT KENYA PORT AUTHORITY

Posted on February 11, 2019 by Gambeta News

Senior Engineer (Electrical/Electronics) vacancy available at Kenya Port Authority. Kenya Port Authority (KPA) is seeking for a Senior Engineer (Electrical/Electronics) who will be responsible for management, planning and maintenance of electrical/electronics of equipment in Mombasa. The job holder will report to the Head of Conventional Cargo Engineering. KPA is a state corporation with the responsibility to “maintain, operate, improve and regulate all scheduled seaports in Kenya. RESPONSIBILITIES: Planing, monitoring, implementing and evaluating electronics equipment maintenance. Review work reports…

DEPOT ENGINEER VACANCY AT KENYA PORTS AUTHORITY

Posted on February 11, 2019February 11, 2019 by Gambeta News

Depot Engineer vacancy available at Kenya Port Authority. Kenya Port Authority (KPA) is seeking for a Depot Engineer to oversee maintenance and also repair of all ICD’s plant equipment, electrical, and civil in Nairobi. KPA is a state corporation with the responsibility to “maintain, operate, improve and regulate all scheduled seaports in Kenya. JOB DESCRIPTION 1. Reporting to the Head of Inland Container Depot, 2. Be the Head of the technical section, supervise and also coordinate the activities…

BIGGEST MARKET IN NAIROBI BURN DOWN

Posted on February 7, 2019 by Gambeta News

Kenya’s largest open market in Nairobi burn down Gikomba market in Nairobi, which is Kenya’s largest open market burnt down again yesterday night 6th February, 2019 around 10 pm. The market which houses over 40,000 traders burnt down in the wee hours when traders had already left the market. This fire have become an annual event as it has happened eight times now in less than five years. Huge fire breaks out at Gikomba Market…

DELEGATES IN KENYA FOLLOWING RIVERSIDE DRIVE ATTACK

Posted on January 19, 2019 by Gambeta News

Nigeria sends delegates to Kenya following the 14 Riverside Drive attack in Nairobi. Prof. Ibrahim Agboola Gambari, Nigeria’s Special Envoy and founder Savannah Centre for Diplomacy, Democracy and Development. He was in Kenya yesterday delivering a message of condolence and goodwill to the President and people of Kenya. Following on, President Uhuru Kenyatta received the delegation and thanked Nigeria’s President and people of Nigeria. The delegation later proceeded to pay an official visit to Ambassador Monica Juma,…

TERRORIST ATTACK DUSIT HOTEL COMPLEX IN NAIROBI, KENYA

Posted on January 16, 2019January 18, 2019 by Gambeta News

Gunmen have attacked Kenya’s capital city of Nairobi. The attack happened in Dusit hotel complex, claiming the lives of many. Witnesses saw four armed men entering the complex, before at least two blast and gunfire were heard. Al-Shabab, a militant group has claimed responsibility for the attack. The government of Kenya has taken control of the situation, warning politicians and members of the public to keep off the Dusit Hotel area until declared safe. According…

KENYA CITY HALL TO DEMOLISH HOUSES SITTING ON SEWER LINES

Posted on July 30, 2018 by Gambeta News

Demolition of houses set to kick-off to which will help expansion of sewer line. Nairobi’s city hall is set to demolish houses sitting on sewer line. This comes after the Governor Mike Sonko gave the degree with will also help for expansion of the lines. The governor has ask for an audit for all the building but also tell the owner to to voluntarily pull them down before City Hall does. This will help rejuvenate the Kariobangi sewer…

CHINA INCREASES FLIGHT TIMES FROM NAIROBI TO GUANGZHOU.

Posted on May 31, 2018 by Gambeta News

China Southern Airlines increases flight times between Nairobi and Guangzhou to promote business and tourism between both countries Travel times between Nairobi to Guangzhou flights has been increased by China Southern Airlines. Hence, the reason for the increase is to tap into the business and tourism travel between the two countries. The airline will operate Monday, Tuesday and Friday flights using an Airbus A330-200 aircraft that has a 218-passenger capacity. China Southern Airlines previously only flew into…

ROADS REPAIR SET TO KICK-OFF IN NAIROBI

Posted on May 28, 2018 by Gambeta News

Repair of roads set to kick-off in nairobi so as to reduce traffic congestion in the state. Governor of Nairobi, Mike Sonko has return to the state capital for the repairing of five road projects. The road projects under repair are Ukwala Lane, Matopeni Road in Kayole, Gwasi, Sheikh Karume and Kilome Roads. Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko said Our focus is to have functional infrastructure in Nairobi. He also said that it will reduce the chaotic traffic congestion…

AVIC INTERNATIONAL SET TO CONSTRUCT US$ 97M COMPLEX IN KENYA

Posted on January 15, 2018 by Gambeta News

Avic international to construct a complex that will have the largest commercial consumer of electricity in Kenya. Chinese State-owned manufacturing and real estate firm AVIC International is set to construct a complex worth US$ 97m in Kenya that will be the nation largest commercial consumer of electricity. The 43-storey complex in Nairobi’s Westlands area is expected to use more power than the combined demand for Two Rivers and Garden City malls in Nairobi when completed. According to an official…

ROAD AUTHORITY COMPLEX IN NAIROBI 40% COMPLETE

Posted on November 17, 2017 by Gambeta News

Kenya government and world bank joint funds to build a road authority office complex in the state capital. The complex which is worth US $30m is a joint funding by the Kenya government and World Bank and is currently been developed by Chinese firm-Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC). The office complex which sits on a nine-acre piece of land in Embakasi near the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) will occupies a gross floor area…

NAIROBI WATER SUPPLY TO BE BOOST BY TUNNEL CONSTRUCTION

Posted on November 17, 2017 by Gambeta News

Northern water collector tunnels currently undergoing is expected to increase supply of water after construction. The tunnel construction tag ”Northern Water Collector tunnel” is to collect water whereby increasing Nairobi water supply by 140m litres. The construction of the tunnel is worth US $65.28m and will be completed next year. The Northern Water Collector tunnel is in line with Kenya Vision 2030 which is to ensure improvement on water services in Nairobi, Kiambu and Muranga…

CONSTRUCTION OF US$10m COMPLEX IN NAIROBI

Posted on November 16, 2017 by Gambeta News

US$10m complex to be constructed in Nairobi. The construction of a four-storey complex which is to serve as a teens and children centre at All Saints Cathedral have been set to take place in Nairobi, Kenya. The complex will cost US$10m and would contain a modern amphitheater with a capacity to hold 1,000 persons as well as 36 classrooms for use by younger children. This report was confirmed by the Cathedral Provost Sammy Wainaina, who said that the…

UNITED NATION’S LARGEST OFFICE IN AFRICA TO UNDERGOING EXPANSION

Posted on November 8, 2017 by Gambeta News

United Nation’s largest office in Africa set for further expansion after a successful feasibility studies. The office which is located in Gigiri, Nairobi is expected to undergo a US $70m face-lift which is in line with the environmental regulations so as to increase accommodation of staff and also ease accessibility for people with disabilities. The structure which has hosted diplomats for the last three decades in Gigiri is expected to be upgraded and a proposal has already been…

HUGE COMMERCIAL PROPERTY TO BE CONSTRUCTED IN NAIROBI

Posted on October 25, 2017 by Gambeta News

Gateway to invest in commercial property in Nairobi to promote its image in the continent of Africa. The commercial property which is set to commence soon will bring about a huge development in the country’s housing sector. The construction which is to take place along Mombasa Road will cost US$ 3m once it is completed. Gateway Delta Development Holdings which is a Mauritius-based real estate investor has already acquire five acre piece of land for the development from…