Kenneth Mwenda

Nairobi, Nairobi Hill

Business and Sports Writer at Construction Review Online

Business and Sports Writer at Sports Brief

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World's tallest dam begins storing water in China

6 days ago | constructionreviewonline.com | Kenneth Mwenda

China is nearing completion of the Shuangjiangkou hydropower project, set to become the world’s tallest dam. On May 1, 2025, the project reached a significant milestone by initiating water storage.
African Development Bank approves €26.5 million for Sokodé solar power plant

6 days ago | constructionreviewonline.com | Kenneth Mwenda

GCL-SI Supplies Solar Modules for the Largest Solar Project in Europe The African Development Bank Group has approved €26.5 million to build a new solar power plant in Sokodé, Togo. The project will help the country move towards clean energy and improve access to electricity.
Spain backs Africa’s biggest desalination plant in Casablanca with €340 million

1 week ago | constructionreviewonline.com | Kenneth Mwenda

Spain will give €340 million to help build the Casablanca Desalination Plant, Africa’s biggest. The project will supply clean water to nearly 7.5 million people. So far, work is 20% complete. The first phase will be ready by February 2027 and provide 548,000 cubic metres of water daily.
Tinubu sets 2026 deadline for completion of Kano-Maradi railway project

1 week ago | constructionreviewonline.com | Kenneth Mwenda

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed the Nigerian government’s commitment to completing the 284-kilometre Kano–Jigawa–Katsina–Maradi railway project by 2026. He said:The Federal Government plans to complete the 284 kilometre Kano-Jigawa-Katsina-Maradi rail project by 2026. The railway line, a flagship cross-border transport initiative, is expected to significantly enhance trade and mobility between Nigeria and Niger Republic.
Mozambique railway investment pushes forward with Ressano Garcia Line upgrade

1 week ago | constructionreviewonline.com | Kenneth Mwenda

Mozambique’s government says it will complete the Ressano Garcia Line upgrade with a fresh €193.3 million railway investment. The plan includes doubling the last 25km of track from Movene to Ressano and buying new trains to support growing demand.
Nigeria’s Abia Modular Refinery to begin full construction in May

2 weeks ago | constructionreviewonline.com | Kenneth Mwenda

Full construction of the Abia Modular Refinery, a 10,000 bpd refinery project, will begin this May. The plant is located at the Abia Industrial and Innovation Park (AIIP) and has reached an advanced stage of preparation.
70,000 new housing units to be built in Riyadh from $66,000, says Al-Hogail

2 weeks ago | constructionreviewonline.com | Kenneth Mwenda

Saudi Arabia will build 70,000 new housing units in Riyadh, with prices starting at $66,000. Housing Minister Majed Al-Hogail made the announcement on Monday, underlining the government’s push to provide more affordable homes.
Tanzania’s ETDCO completes Tabora-Ipole power line

2 weeks ago | constructionreviewonline.com | Kenneth Mwenda

HOUSTON, TEXAS - DECEMBER 22: Transmission towers near the CenterPoint Energy facility on December 22, 2022 in Houston, Texas. Gov. Greg Abbott and state officials have begun warning residents to prepare for subfreezing temperatures as a cold front looms over the state of Texas. ERCOT (The Electric Reliability Council of Texas) and the Public Utility Council have assured residents that the power grid will remain stable amidst freezing conditions.
Ruto signs deal with China to expand highways and build Nithi Bridge

3 weeks ago | constructionreviewonline.com | Kenneth Mwenda

Ruto’s China infrastructure deal, signed during his meeting with Chinese Premier Li Qiang on April 23, 2025, marks a significant milestone for Kenya. The deal includes plans to dual three major highways, extend the Standard Gauge Railway, and build the long-awaited Nithi Bridge, which will greatly enhance the country’s transport and development.
Lagos Green Line Rail project from Marina to Lekki set to begin before the end of the year

3 weeks ago | constructionreviewonline.com | Kenneth Mwenda

The Lagos Blue Line rail The Lagos State Government will begin construction of the Green Line Rail project before December 2025. The ambitious 68-kilometre rail line, set to run from Marina to the Lekki Free Trade Zone, is expected to ease traffic, promote development, and enhance connectivity across the city.