March 2012

Nigeria Threatens to Sack Non-Performing Contractors

March 31, 2012 - 12:45

[Vanguard]

Coming on the wake of revoking some of the road contracts in the state, including Ajalli-Ogboji-Agulu-Ezechukwu, road revoked from Brecco and re-awarded to Niger Cart, Governor Obi of Anambra State has threatened to revoke more road contracts that are non-performing.

Source:

http://allafrica.com/stories/201203310186.html

Kenya to Repair Busia Road

March 31, 2012 - 10:11

[The Star]

The government has allocated Sh1 billion for re-carpeting of Kisumu-Busia Highway, Roads minister Franklin Bett has said.

Source:

http://allafrica.com/stories/201203310072.html

Kenya budgets Sh400 Million for AP Houses

March 31, 2012 - 09:20

[The Star]

THE government has allocated Sh400 million for the construction of houses for administration police, AP Commandant Kinuthia Mbugua has said.

Source:

http://allafrica.com/stories/201203310008.html

Building Materials Must Be Certified

March 30, 2012 - 15:36

[ANGOP]
Luanda -
Building materials must be compulsory certified, due to the risks they may cause to the human life.

Source:

http://allafrica.com/stories/201203301015.html

Billion Dollar Project On Track

March 30, 2012 - 13:34

[Namibia Economist]

Negotiations with potential tenants and financing partners for the Bahnhof Square and Lifestyle Centre are well underway.

Source:

http://allafrica.com/stories/201203300845.html

Construction Blamed for 'Causing' Flooding

March 30, 2012 - 11:29

[New Era]
Ongwediva -
A mahangu field behind the Oshana Mall at Ongwediva is flooded and residents of Elyambala Village claim that they are being swamped by water coming from building site of the mall.

Source:

http://allafrica.com/stories/201203300644.html

UNAM's New Hostel Stuck in the Blocks

March 30, 2012 - 10:41

[Namibian]

ROUGHLY a month after Unam's new multimillion-dollar hostel complex was due to be completed, Unam and Hanganeni Emona, the company that won the tender, are still negotiating how the project will be financed.

Source:

http://allafrica.com/stories/201203300506.html

PROFESSIONAL QUANTITY SURVEYING - Gauteng - Sandton

March 30, 2012 - 08:57

Professional Quantity Surveyor – Sandton
Due to ongoing projects and more which have just started – many in the pipeline! This PQS office needs further QS to run major shopping centre, large commercial projects. You would have staff reporting to you. This is a medium sized practice where your input will be valued.
You are given freedom to manage the projects – Package around R40/60K – still negotiable

Source:

http://wallstreetglobalcareers.com/node/1030

CONTRACT SURVEYOR - Construction company Gauteng

March 30, 2012 - 08:55

Contract Surveyor – Gauteng
Immediate appointment!!! Our contractor handling both building and civil projects in the Gauteng area. Full workload and more to start imminently, our Client needs a quantity surveyor who is able to run all aspects of quantity surveying. If you are able to estimate – even better but definitely not essential – they need hands on staff to manage the qs aspects of the projects. We have two Clients looking!
Package is from R30K - R60K plus negotaible
Please ensure we have an updated CV and know that you are in the market?

Source:

http://wallstreetglobalcareers.com/node/1029

Kaduna Earmarks N1 Billion for Schools Rehabilitation

March 30, 2012 - 07:41

[Daily Trust]
Kaduna -
The Kaduna State government has earmarked over N1billion for the rehabilitation of science and technical schools in the state, the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Science and Technology, Architect Ja'afaru Saidu has disclosed.

Source:

http://allafrica.com/stories/201203300238.html

MPs Endorse Dam Project On Nzoia

March 30, 2012 - 06:20

[The Star]

The construction of the disputed multi-billion dam project on River Nzoia is set to begin after Western Kenya leaders agreed on its implementation.

Source:

http://allafrica.com/stories/201203300119.html

Africa Union of Architects Signs The Tangiers Declaration

March 30, 2012 - 01:35

The Africa Union of Architects (AUA) has entered into an agreement, known as the Tangiers Declaration, with the Architects' Council of Europe (ACE) and the Architects' Regional Council Asia (ARCASIA) to develop mutual multi- and bi-lateral cooperation between architecture organisations.

The Architects’ Council of Europe (ACE) has signed an agreement with the Africa Union of Architects and Architects Regional Council ASIA (ARCASIA) to develop mutual multi- and bi-lateral cooperation between architecture organisations. Figureheads of the three major organisations met in March this year in Tangiers, Morocco to discuss how they may work in partnership to accurately represent the international architectural community.

Agreement to Rehabilitate Nampula Drainage System

March 29, 2012 - 17:15

[AIM]
Maputo -
The United States' Millennium Challenge Account (MCA) and the Portuguese construction company Gabriel Couto on Thursday signed an agreement in Maputo for the rehabilitation of the storm water drainage system in the northern Mozambican city of Nampula.

Source:

http://allafrica.com/stories/201203291100.html

Angola to Fund Construction of Show Venues

March 29, 2012 - 15:23

[ANGOP]
Lubango -
The government of the southern Huíla province wants to finance the next four years the construction of new show venues, aiming for the development and encouragement of theatre.

Source:

http://allafrica.com/stories/201203290955.html

World Bank Approves FCFA 64.9 Billion Funding for lOM-Pangar Hydro Dam Project

March 29, 2012 - 15:14

[Cameroon Tribune]

The World Bank's Board of Executive Directors has approved US $132 million (about FCFA 64.9 billion) in zero-interest financing for Cameroon's Lom Pangar Hydropower Project in the East Region. According to a release from the bank, the board met on Tuesday March 27 to approve the money to support economic development and significantly improve the supply of electricity to homes and businesses across the country.

Source:

http://allafrica.com/stories/201203290923.html

Rehabilitation, Restoration Projects Under Way in Old Medina of Casablanca

March 29, 2012 - 13:17

[MAP]
Casablanca -
HM King Mohammed VI visited, on Wednesday, the various rehabilitation and restoration projects under way in the old medina of Casablanca.

Source:

http://allafrica.com/stories/201203290750.html

NSC Needs N75 Million to Re Grass Abuja Stadium

March 29, 2012 - 12:59

[This Day]

Lawmakers from the House of Representatives could not hide their disgust Wednesday at the kick off of oversight tour of sports facilities, when the manager of the National Stadium, Abuja said N75 million was required to re-grass the bumpy pitch.

Source:

http://allafrica.com/stories/201203290716.html

Sports Centres Ready for Representatives Inspection - Magaji

March 29, 2012 - 11:33

[Daily Trust]

The Director of stadia and facilities in the National Sports Commission, Engineer Abubakar Gusau Magaji has said there are enough mini-sports centres across the country for the House of Representatives Committee on Sports members to inspect anytime they are ready.

Source:

http://allafrica.com/stories/201203290491.html

Namibian Economic Indicators Largely Positive

March 29, 2012 - 10:36

[New Era]
Windhoek -
The construction sector pushed up the investment index for February, while strong vehicle sales show reignited consumer confidence.

Source:

http://allafrica.com/stories/201203290305.html

Minister Assures Installation of Mini-Hydropower Plants in Menongue

March 29, 2012 - 07:48

[ANGOP]
Menongue -
The Angolan minister of Energy and Water, João Baptista Borges, assured Tuesday in Menongue, the installation of two small hydropower is expected shortly, as the technical works are in conclusion stage.

Source:

http://allafrica.com/stories/201203290090.html

Ol Pejeta to Build Luxury Homes Within Conservancy

March 28, 2012 - 18:52

[Nairobi Star]

A private wildlife conservancy in Nanyuki has set aside 1,000 acres for construction of a luxury homes estate for sale. Ol Pejeta Wildlife Conservancy plans to build 100 single-storey, 3-5 bedroom housing units dubbed Mt Kenya Wildlife Estate. The development is located on the eastern boundary of the conservancy, about 10Km west of Nanyuki Town.

Source:

http://allafrica.com/stories/201203281196.html

PROJECT MANAGER - Cape Town

March 28, 2012 - 14:15

PROJECT MANAGER – Cape Town
Reputable Project Management Consultancy urgently needs a standalone Project Manager Mid to Snr Level to manage a project in Cape Town which includes a film/sound studio. B Sc Building ideal or related qualification plus a min of 5 years experience as a Project Manager, prior experience working in the building construction industry is a must.
Telecommunications projects, hospitals or such like could be advantageous.
This project is due to start within two weeks – so we need someone ASAP.

Source:

http://wallstreetglobalcareers.com/node/1022

Kano State Govt Constructs 56 New Courts

March 28, 2012 - 11:52

[Leadership]

Kano State Government has concluded plans to construct 56 new courts in the 44 local government areas of the state, the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports.

Source:

http://allafrica.com/stories/201203280574.html

FCTA Sets up Committee on Gwarinpa II Houses

March 28, 2012 - 11:38

[Daily Trust]

The FCT Administration (FCTA) in conjunction with the Federal Ministry of Land, Housing and Urban Development will soon work out modalities to enable owners of the 5,000 Gwarinpa II houses obtain Certificates of Occupancy for their respective properties.

Source:

http://allafrica.com/stories/201203280518.html

NIWA Awards N9 Billion Contracts

March 28, 2012 - 11:35

[Daily Trust]
Lokoja -
The National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) has awarded N9.3 billion contracts for the construction of a port in Lokoja and jetties at Degema and Okirika, among others.

Source:

http://allafrica.com/stories/201203280487.html

Hilton in Partnership for Property Development

March 28, 2012 - 11:34

[Daily Trust]

Hilton has mapped out strategic partnership to develop properties within Nigeria, the Area President of Middle-East and Africa, Hilton Worldwide Mr. Rudi Jagerbacher said yesterday.

Source:

http://allafrica.com/stories/201203280469.html

Construction Blast Causes Bomb Scare in Jos

March 28, 2012 - 11:11

[Daily Trust]
Jos -
A blast at a construction site in Jos, Plateau State caused pandemonium on Monday evening as commuters and passers-by around the Murtala Muhammad way in Jos fled for their lives. Witnesses said the explosion which occurred around 6pm almost caused an accident around the British junction as motorists attempted to turn from the road. Shops also shut down temporarily until it was discovered that it was not a bomb blast.

Source:

http://allafrica.com/stories/201203280368.html

Lagos Warns Against Indiscriminate Building of Schools

March 28, 2012 - 11:11

[Daily Trust]
Lagos -
The Lagos State government through its Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development has warned against indiscriminate building of schools and fuel stations in the state.

Source:

http://allafrica.com/stories/201203280366.html

University Says Construction of Buildings Well in Progress

March 28, 2012 - 10:01

[ENA]
Gondar -
The Gondar University in Amhara State said construction of buildings launched for Faculty of Agriculture with 187 million Birr is well in progress.

Source:

http://allafrica.com/stories/201203280301.html

Sh8 Million for Roads in Trans Nzoia

March 28, 2012 - 05:56

[Nairobi Star]

THE African Development Bank has given out Sh8 million for roads in Trans Nzoia county to Kenya Rural Roads Authority (KeRRA) Trans Nzoia, for road construction.

Source:

http://allafrica.com/stories/201203280080.html