Zambia to start construction of 3,000 housing units
Before June 2015, Zambia will start construction of 3,000 housing units for all security personnel, to curb the current housing […]
National Cement to commission clinker plant in 2016
The cost of cement is expected to reduce once National Cement commissions its clinker plant, saving Kenya millions of dollars […]
Gauteng seeks private partners for infrastructure projects
The Gauteng provincial government has outlined seven key areas where it intends pursuing infrastructural developments in partnership with the private […]
Two new solar power plants for South Africa
The Department of Energy (DoE) in South Africa has named two additional solar power projects to help improve on the […]
UAE concrete nuclear reactor dome complete
The Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) has announced the completion of the construction of the concrete dome for the Unit […]
Modderfontein City project in South Africa kicks off
The first phase of the $7.25bn Modderfontein City construction project located in North-Eastern Johannesburg has finally begun. According to the […]
Modderfontein City project in South Africa kicks off
The first phase of the $7.25bn Modderfontein City construction project located in North-Eastern Johannesburg has finally begun. According to the […]
Kenya’s ambitious road construction project starts
The ambitious 10,000-km roads construction project embarked upon by the government of Kenya has started. The roads will be constructed […]
Savannah Cement confirms second milling plant
Kenyan cement manufacturer Savannah Cement has confirmed plans to invest over US$198.3mn on its second milling plant near Kitengela, in […]
Guinea-Bissau: new cement grinding plant proposed
The IFC is considering a proposal from Scancem, a subsidiary of HeidelbergCement, and Maxime Cardoz, a private individual, regarding the […]
Kenya govt plans 300,000 houses
The government of Kenya through the Ministry of Lands, Housing and Urban Development is planning to put up 300,000 houses […]
R60 million Rooi Els beach house becomes a reality
Along the coastal route from Gordon’s Bay in the Western Cape is the beautiful and peaceful Rooi Els, and amidst […]
New power plant on the cards for Ghana
Ghana is planning to set up a new 360-megawatt combined-cycle thermal power plant at the Inchaban in the Shama District […]
Construction of Vic Falls entertainment park begins
Tourism company Africa Albida Tourism has started the construction of a US$18 million education and entertainment Park in Victoria Falls […]
Thermax wins contract for captive power plant in Africa
This is the second order received by Thermax from the same African company. In October this year, Thermax was awarded […]
DEA launches R256m worth of enviro protection, infrastructure projects
The Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA), in collaboration with the Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency, plans to implement some R256-million […]
Researchers explore the potential for using fly ash in concrete
The UK Quality Ash Association is sponsoring research into the recovery and use of stockpile fly ash for construction materials. […]
‘Private sector key to roll-out of priority infrastructure projects’
South Africa’s Finance Minister Nhlanhla Nene has emphasised the role of the private sector in delivering the 51 Programme for […]
UK Crossrail project to cost £27bn – report
A new report published by PwC has estimated the cost of the Crossrail 2 project at £27bn. The report, compiled […]
Nigeria coastal rail line: Govt signs $11.97b contract with China
The planned 1,402 km coastal rail line from Lagos to Calabar got underway last week, with the signing of $11.97 […]
Elegant living in Sandton CBD project to be done by May 2016
Construction of the Metropolis on Park is well under way and occupation is set from May 2016 according to Kent […]
Fulton Awards 2015 set for record entries
The Concrete Society of Southern Africa reports that 36 nominations have been made for the 2015 Fulton Awards, which, if […]
Nigeria set to have international cement research centre
Nigeria is set to become one of the six countries to have international cement research centres from Lafarge, a global leader in cement, aggregates and concrete making.
Netcare to spend R2bn on expansion
Healthcare group Netcare will spend R2bn to expand facilities during its 2015 financial year in expectation of strong demand for […]
Kenya, Ethiopia and Somalia to construct new dam
Kenya, Ethiopia and Somalia have agreed to construct a new dam on River Dawa in Mandera County, Kenya. As part […]
Mandela’s dream hospital to be ready in 2016
Construction of Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital, a non-profit hospital located in Parktown, Johannesburg is currently underway starting June this year. […]
Aurecon wins hydropower plant EPC project
Aurecon has been appointed to provide engineering, procurement and construction management (EPCM) services for the 4.5MW Stortemelk hydropower plant near […]
R4bn waterfront plan for Port Elizabeth on cards
A major Chinese engineering firm is interested in investing about R4bn in a waterfront-type development in Port Elizabeth. A delegation […]
Angola to undertake 652 construction projects by 2017
The governor of Luanda, Angola, Ernesto Muangala has last week said that his region will undertake 652 construction projects until 2017as part of the Lunda Norte Provincial Development Plan.
Bua to set up US$500-m cement plant in Nigeria
Bua Group International is planning to invest in a new cement plant that will be expected to have a 3-Mt/yr production capacity.
£2bn New Covent Garden Market redevelopment gets planning permission
The London Borough of Wandsworth has approved plans put forward by the Vinci St Modwen (VSM) JV and its partner, […]
New projects worth Dhs4.5bn in Dubai’s Internet City and Media City announced
Dubai ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has launched new projects worth Dhs4.5 billion in Dubai’s technology and media […]
