President William Ruto has announced a landmark KSh 4.5 trillion national transformation plan anchored on large-scale construction and infrastructure projects to drive Kenya’s transition from a third-world to a first-world nation within the next three decades. Speaking in Vihiga County on Sunday, the President said his government will soon present the comprehensive proposal to Parliament, outlining unprecedented investments in.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 3rd November 2025

The enormous spike in ongoing construction projects around the country has created new opportunities for local engineers, attracting thousands to national development initiatives that were formerly dominated by foreign specialists. A growing pattern not only enhances professional expertise at home, but also offers the impetus required to fulfil the country's Vision 2050 for the construction sector.Eng David Manga, chairman of the Engineers.... Read more »

Posted on : Thursday , 2nd October 2025

The Government of Kenya has unveiled a Sh3 billion construction programme in Wajir County aimed at accelerating socio-economic transformation in Northern Kenya through the development of key infrastructures. Speaking during the launch in Tarbaj Constituency, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki underscored the Government’s commitment to improving livelihoods through affordable housing projects, modern markets, student hostels, and hybrid.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 2nd September 2025

President Samia Suluhu Hassan has begun a historic education initiative by laying the groundwork for one of 103 projected vocational secondary schools across Tanzania, with a total cost of 41.6 billion/-. The formal launch was held at Amali-Mwamapalala Secondary School in Itilima District, Simiyu Region, one of the initiative's key schools and is currently being constructed at a cost of 1.6 billion/- and is already 96% completed.President Samia.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 4th August 2025

Siaya County is set to see significant infrastructure development thanks to a new partnership between Governor James Orengo and President William Ruto. This collaboration was forged at a pivotal State House meeting that included delegates from all six of Siaya's constituencies. The focus is on boosting the county's economy through various projects. The national government is committing significant funds to boost Siaya's infrastructure. This.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 1st July 2025

The African Development Bank (AfDB) has committed US$2.5 billion to fund critical infrastructure projects in Tanzania, with over 70% allocated to transport-related developments such as roads, railways, and airports. According to Eng. Mumina Wa-Kyendo, Chief Transport Engineer at the AfDB Tanzania Office, the funding targets priority upgrades that will improve regional connectivity and logistics. Among the key projects is the Tanzanian.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 2nd June 2025

During his first state visit to China, President William Ruto secured multi-billion shilling agreements aimed at enhancing Kenya-China relations, which have now been elevated to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership in the New Era. The visit led to the signing of 20 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) covering infrastructure, trade, education, digital economy, science and technology, and cultural cooperation. China committed to financing key.... Read more »

Posted on : Friday , 2nd May 2025

The Arusha International Conference Centre (AICC) has entered into a cooperation agreement with the Public Service Social Security Fund (PSSSF) for the construction of the Mount Kilimanjaro International Conference Centre (MKICC), an a cutting-edge conference Centre valued at more than Sh385 billion. MKICC is expected to be completed in two years and operational by 2027, making it East and Central Africa's largest conference centre. The.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 1st April 2025

President William Ruto recently unveiled the Nairobi River Regeneration and Engineering Works Programme, which will cost Sh50 billion. The project involves the installation of a 60-kilometer sewer line and 50,000 cost-effective housing in reclaimed regions. The project will be implemented collaboratively by the Nairobi Rivers Commission and the Ministries of Housing, Environment, and Defence. President Ruto hailed the initiative as a.... Read more »

Posted on : Wednesday , 12th March 2025

Tanzania and Burundi have signed a contract with two Chinese companies to construct a railroad to transport metals, notably nickel, to Tanzania's port city of Dar es Salaam. China Railway Engineering Group and China Railway Engineering Design and Consulting Group are going to develop the $2.15 billion project, with financing from the African Development Bank (AfDB). This proposed 282km (175-mile) standard gauge railway (SGR) plans.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 10th February 2025

The Kenyan Cabinet has approved a Ksh43.4 billion project called the Clean Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) System, which will transform public transportation in Nairobi County. Following a €320 million (Sh43.4 billion) financial package, the government will connect Ngong Town and Tala to enhance public transport reliability. The project will include the comprehensive design and building of the bus corridor, as well as the construction of a bus.... Read more »

Posted on : Thursday , 2nd January 2025

Tanzania's segment of the Standard Gauge Railway is taking shape, and when completed, it will serve as Africa's longest railway line. Tanzania's government has underlined the revolutionary economic benefits that the expanding railway has brought to the country thus far. Tanzania's SGR commenced operating in June and amounts to a $10 billion project. The Tanzania Railway Corporation (TRC) is constructing a.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 10th February 2025