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Strandline Resources look to complete mine in 12 months time

Strandline Resources have conducted a definitive feasibility study (DFS) for the Fungoni heavy mineral sands project in Tanzania and have concluded with results of a strong financial performance. The study has shown that the company will need to invest $30m in developing projects, while investments are also lacking in working capital, mine infrastructure, land access, port facilities and also in pre-production mining. The DFS.... Read more »

Posted on : Wednesday , 11th October 2017

Rwanda - Brewery Factory Being Set-Up in Kamonyi District

Paul Mubiligi, the Board Chairman of Southern Province Investment Corporation (SPIC) has announced that a factory is in the process of being set-up in the Kamonyi District. The purpose of the factory will be to brew sorghum beer, a nonalcoholic drink, known locally as ‘Ikigage’. A non-alcoholic drink called ‘Ubushera’ will also be a part of the factory’s agenda. Mr. Mubiligi said that construction.... Read more »

Posted on : Wednesday , 11th October 2017

Transport Sector Critical to EDPRS 2 Strategy

The Transportation Sector is set to play a pivotal role under the Economic Development Poverty Reduction Strategy 2, in achieving the goal of increasing international as well as domestic interconnections, boosting the national economy in the process. The Rwandan Government identifies the transport sector as a key area to foster the growth and development of the nation. Quality and reliability will be critical to minimizing.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 10th October 2017

Yapi Merkezi Nab High Speed Rail Project in Tanzania

Turkish Firm Yapi Merkezi Insaat VE Sanayi is the project contractor for a high-speed electric railway line and will undertake all designing and construction activities. The Turkish company is a renowned, privately owned firm of great repute in rail engineering, manufacture, design, and construction. RAHCO confirmed that Yapi Merkezi was picked to head the project after meeting all technical and financial requirements, standing out.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 9th October 2017

New Assembly Building Planned for Kajiado County

Kajiado County is in the process of building a three-storey state of the art assembly, fully equipped with modern facilities like underground parking with room to accommodate as many as 700 cars. The facility is expected to cost Sh 543 million. The building will promote a sense of community in the area and will provide a platform for support assembly activities, according to speaker Johnson Osoi. Mr. Osoi elaborated.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 9th October 2017

Kiambu Mall To Open Shop this December

The Kiambu Mall project in Kenya is in its final phases of constructions and will soon be open to the public. It was orignally scheduled to open in August but the date was later moved to December afetr a few setbacks during construction. Mugaa Investment Developers Chairman, Peter Burugu blamed the delay of material shipment and the political ambigiuity for the delay. However, construction work is now in full swing and the.... Read more »

Posted on : Friday , 6th October 2017

Second Phase of the Standard Gauge Railway Construction Underway

Construction of the second phase of the standard gauge railway (SGR) is set to get underway soon. The project will connect the capital city of Dodoma and the commercial hub of Dar-es-Salaam. While speaking at the Eight East and Central Africa Roads and Rail Infrastructure Summit in Dar-es-Salaam, Prof Makame Mbarawa who is the Minister o9f Works, Transport and Communications confirmed that construction will begin as soon as next.... Read more »

Posted on : Wednesday , 4th October 2017

Highest Suspended Restaurant to be part of Kenya's High Rise

Nairobi, Kenya is rapidly becoming a hub for stunning feats of architecture and design. Nairobi now boasts a number of ultra-modern buildings; this trend is expected to continue with investors increasingly interested in such projects. President Uhuru recently laid the foundation in a ceremony for what is set to be Africa’s tallest building, in May this year. The Pinnacle Tower, a 70-storey building in Upper.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 3rd October 2017

Major Road Upgrades Underway in East Africa; ADB to be Financier

The Tanzanian governments have designs on upgrading the dual carriageway stretch of the Arusha-Holili road as they look to find funds to finance the project and upgrade the rest of the road. The carriageway stretches 14.2 kilometers and will pose as an arduous endeavour. The government has taken taken steps to approach the Japanese government as an a means to fund secure the funds and get the project running. Approaches to.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 3rd October 2017

Plans in Place to Construct Tanzania's Largest Medical Factory

The Tanzanian Government has entered into a contract with Neusoft Medical Systems Company Ltd from China, to construct what is expected to be Africa’s largest medical equipment manufacturing company. A lot is expected from this new association. The products from this new factory will help diagnose, monitor and treat a number of diseases and conditions. The contract was signed, on the behalf of the government by Dr..... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 2nd October 2017

"Cytonn Towers" Development to add to Nairobi's Skyline

A new 35-floor project is being developed in the Kilmani area in Kenya. Project developers Cytonn Real Estate is touting, this newest development as an “Iconic mixed-use development project”. The “Cytonn Towers” will be constructed at the junction of Egeyo Marakwet and Argwings Kodhek Roads, on a four-acre piece of land. In totality, the project is expected to cost as much as US$194m. Cytonn.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 2nd October 2017

17 Storey Construction Set To Resume After Legal Hassles

The National Building Inspectorate (NBI) has given the green light to developers to resume the construction a Nairobi building. The 17 storey building was set for demolition until recently, and this latest news will come as music to the ears of investors. The project was stopped back in December 2016 due to a series of issues regarding non-compliance with the NCA and the Nairobi City County Government (NCCG). The.... Read more »

Posted on : Thursday , 28th September 2017