JORDANIAN INVESTORS EYE TRADE OPPORTUNITIES IN KENYA

 Nairobi — Kenya is set to host a group of investors from Jordan as the two countries seek to strengthen their political, social and economic ties.   The 100-strong delegation of investors and business representatives will be in the country in mid December to meet traders in tea, coffee, hides and skins, aviation, food and beverages and the hospitality industry.   Other sectors that will be represented include medical, health and the construction.... Read more »

Posted on : Thursday , 1st December 2016

Ethiopia: Addis Ababa to Get New Sewerage System

The Addis Abeba Water and Sewerage Authority has allocated 272 million Br to construct a new sewerage system across all districts of Addis Abeba.   Some of the money will go towards installing 12 Anaerobic Baffled Reactors (ABR) across eight new condominium sites in Qality, Bole, Kara and Yeka. 144 million Br has been allocated for the construction of a pipeline across the 10 districts of Addis Abeba. The remaining 82 million Br will be provided for the installation of ABRs in.... Read more »

Posted on : Thursday , 1st December 2016

Tanzania: Govt Urged to Review Tax Legislations to Boost Investment in Agriculture

The government has been urged to swiftly review its tax legislations to allow local and multinational companies to heavily invest on agriculture sector, thus spurring economic growth.   Denmark Ambassador to Tanzania Mr Einar Jansen said at a REPOA-UN Wider joint conference in Dar es Salaam yesterday that the overly tax burden was slowing inclusive economic growth.   According to the latest World Bank Report on Doing Business, Tanzania slightly jumped to 132 from 139 in.... Read more »

Posted on : Wednesday , 30th November 2016

Rwanda, Netherlands Ink Infrastructure Development Deal Worth €30 Million

The Government and the Kingdom of Netherlands, yesterday, signed a financing agreement, worth Euro30 million (about Rwf26 billion), to support basic infrastructure development in districts.   The grant will help create an enabling environment for food security and local economic development, and contribute to the achievement of national targets in poverty reduction and economic development.   It is also in line with the long-term partnership that exists between the.... Read more »

Posted on : Wednesday , 30th November 2016

Kenya: Othaya Hospital Construction to Be Completed by May - President Kenyatta

Construction of the new Othaya Level Four Hospital block will be completed by May next year, President Uhuru Kenyatta has assured.   Addressing residents in Othaya town after inspecting the new hospital building, President Kenyatta said the Government has set aside Ksh 300 million to facilitate completion of the project.   The President also directed Principal Secretaries for Housing and Urban Development, and for Health to visit the hospital and brief him on its.... Read more »

Posted on : Wednesday , 30th November 2016

Kenya: Sh70B Wind Energy Project to Bring Down Power Costs

NAIROBI, KENYA: Kenya’s quest for cheaper power is beckoning with Sh70 billion Lake Turkana Wind Power (LTWP) project expected in the second quarter of 2016.   Speaking during the Power in East Africa Summit, Phylip Leferink, and General Manager of the project said he is happy with the progress in the transportation of turbines to the site from the port of Mombasa and by between May and June the firm will be ready to add more power to the national grid.   He said.... Read more »

Posted on : Wednesday , 30th November 2016

Rwanda: Alternate Energy Forms 2% of Power Generation

With plans that are aimed at increasing access to electricity in households to 70% by 2020, from the current 25%, Rwanda is advised to also appreciate off-grid power.   In East Africa, the director of primary and social energy development at Rwanda Energy Group (REG), Morris Kayitare, stated that alternative power such as solar home systems and mini-grids play a key role in meeting the country’s target.   According to local media The New Times, while speaking at a.... Read more »

Posted on : Wednesday , 30th November 2016

Tanzania, Zambia to Negotiate Joint Oil & Gas Pipeline

Tanzania and Zambia are to negotiate a new deal for transport of refined oil and natural gas. The talks will centre around either modernising the existing 1,710km Tazama pipeline, which transports crude oil from the Dar es Salaam port to Zambia, or building a parallel pipeline for gas.   Tanzania’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, East African Regional and International Co-operation Augustine Mahiga said the project will be at the top of the agenda when President John.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 29th November 2016

Chinese Assisting with Advanced Agricultural Technology in Ethiopia

Chinese instructors working in various Agricultural Technical and Vocational Education Training (ATVET) colleges in Ethiopia are assisting the advancement of skills in agricultural technology, Coordinator of the Chinese ATVET Project in Ethiopia said.   Coordinator Dr. Li Roggang told ENA that the Chinese instructors specialized in veterinary, agriculture mechanization, plant science and natural resource fields are providing practical training in Alage, Agarfa ATVET, and Holeta.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 29th November 2016

Rwanda: New Peat Power Project to Boost Power Generation Capacity By 40%

Rwanda's efforts to increase power access to 70 per cent of all households in 2018 have been boosted by the signing of a $350 million (about Rwf291.6 billion) financing deal between lenders and YUMN Limited to develop an 80MW peat-fired power plant.   The project in Mamba Sector, Gisagara District will be funded by the Africa Finance Corporation, Finnfund, PTA Bank, Afrexim Bank, Development Bank of Rwanda, and Exim Bank of India.   The plant is expected to increase.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 29th November 2016

Tanzania: Shell to Invest U.S.$80 Million with Partners for Gas Drilling

Royal Dutch Shell and its partners -- Pavilion Energy and Ophir Energy -- have announced commencement of gas drilling off the coast of Tanzania in a $80 million investment project.   The drilling will cover two wells in Block 1 and 4, located in the offshore Mafia deep basin and with each depths of up to 2,800 metres.   "In the current investment climate, there is a need to have strong project fundamentals, including government support and cooperation" Shell.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 29th November 2016

East Africa: Uganda President Pushes for Ban On Importation of Vehicles

Kampala — East African Community (EAC) member states are spearheading a proposal to ban the importation of cars from outside countries.   President Museveni disclosed yesterday that they are in final stages with other East African states to ensure that no cars are imported into the region, but their spare parts, which will be assembled here to create jobs for East Africans.   However, he warned that this can only be possible if African countries accept to work.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 29th November 2016