The Federal Government is currently weighing options for the revamp of the ageing Carter Bridge in Lagos, where several engineering issues have been flagged. The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, stated this recently, noting that the bridge was a major link between Lagos Island and the mainland. Speaking after anContinue Reading
As Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) dealer Babcock completes its first articulated hauler rebuild in South Africa, Anders Eriksson, service market manager for Africa at Volvo CE, explains why more fleet owners across Africa are turning to machine rebuilds as a smart, sustainable way to maximise value and embrace theContinue Reading
As the construction industry intensifies its focus on sustainability, a common challenge has been balancing lower carbon emissions with the need for fast-paced project delivery. Chryso is addressing this issue with its EnviroMix® range – a solution that allows for the use of low-carbon concrete without sacrificing early strength performance.Continue Reading
▶ Targeting KRW 14.8 trillion (USD 11 billion) in revenue by 2030, establishing a foundation to become a leading global player ▶ HD Construction Equipment to launch as a unified entity operating two distinct brands – HYUNDAI and DEVELON – with the merger effective 1st January, 2026 ▶ Aiming toContinue Reading
The new Draft Construction Regulations, now closed for public comment, which are intended to enhance occupational health and safety in the construction industry, are a step in the right direction but certain areas are still too vague. This is according to Adv. Hendrik Terblanche, Managing Director of Legricon Legal Risk andContinue Reading
CASE Construction Equipment is expanding its lineup with the launch of four new mini excavator models, designed for easy transport, flexible use on smaller projects, and optimal performance in confined job sites. The new additions include three diesel-powered machines from the D Series and one all-electric model, offering a rangeContinue Reading
Ethiopia’s construction market is valued at $67 billion, driven by the country’s economic growth priorities under its Ten-Year Development Plan 2020-30 (Source: ABiQ). Supporting this ambition, the 2025 edition of Big 5 Construct Ethiopia, the country’s largest construction event, will take place from 26-28 June at the Millennium Hall inContinue Reading
FLSmidth announces that it has entered into an agreement to divest its Cement business to an affiliate of Pacific Avenue Capital Partners, a global private equity firm focused on carve-outs and other complex transactions, for a total initial consideration of EUR 75 million, corresponding to approximately DKK 550 million (EnterpriseContinue Reading
The Government of the United Republic of Tanzania today inaugurates the J.P. Magufuli (Kigongo–Busisi) Bridge, a landmark infrastructure project that connects the Mwanza and Geita regions across Lake Victoria. At 3 kilometres in length, it is the longest bridge in East and Central Africa and the seventh longest on theContinue Reading
The African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) commenced construction of its permanent country office in Lusaka on Friday, marking a transformative milestone in the institution’s 54-year partnership with Zambia. Since establishing its temporary country office in 2007 with just four staff members, the African Development Bank’s presence in Zambia has grownContinue Reading
