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President Hichilema promises dual carriageway, Lusaka to Kafue Bridge to ease traffic challenges.

Mwebantu

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July 12, 2026

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Narrative Analysis: Glittering Generalities

PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has assured residents of Kafue District that government will construct a dual carriageway from Lusaka to Kafue Bridge to ease traffic challenges. He said following his visit to Kafue this afternoon, the President said the Road Development Agency [RDA] has already been directed to work on the project. “From Lusaka to Kafue [] The post President Hichilema promises dual carriageway, Lusaka to Kafue Bridge to ease traffic challenges. first appeared on Mwebantu.

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Watchdog Uganda

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· Jun 28, 2026

Can Union Transport Alliance Drive Uganda’s Next Wave of Economic Transformation?

KAMPALA, UGANDA — Uganda has invested heavily in roads, bridges and transport corridors over the past three decades, making infrastructure one of the country’s largest public investments. From the Kampala–Entebbe Expressway to upgraded national highways and community access roads, transport infrastructure has become central to the government’s economic development strategy. Yet an important policy question [] The post Can Union Transport Alliance Drive Uganda’s Next Wave of Economic Transformation? appeared first on Watchdog Uganda.

AllAfrica

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· Jun 25, 2026

Kenya: Police Block Nairobi Streets Over Planned Protest Anniversary

[allAfrica] Kenya woke to barricaded roads and a near-deserted capital on Thursday as the country marked the second anniversary of the 2024 anti-Finance Bill protests, with police sealing off major routes into Nairobi's Central Business District hours before planned commemorations.

The Rising Nepal

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· Jul 11, 2026

Bailey bridge installed over Mai Khola

Fikkal (Ilam), July 11: A Bailey bridge has been installed over the Maikhola along the Kechana-Kanchanjanga road (Mechi...

Daily Post Nigeria

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· Jul 6, 2026

We are in danger – Residents raise alarm as Taraba bridge nears collapse 

What our reporter observed was once a vital gateway linking communities across Gashaka local government council of Taraba State, is now at the centre of growing fears, as severe erosion continues to threaten the stability of the Garbabi bridge. The bridge which is a critical transport route relied upon daily by residents, farmers, traders, students, [] We are in danger – Residents raise alarm as Taraba bridge nears collapse

The Namibian

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· Jul 7, 2026

Zambezi borders reach record import and export values

Zambezi governor Dorothy Kabula-Simushi says there has been a notable increase of cargo passing through the Katima Mulilo and Ngoma borders. This comes as import values reached a record of N71 billion. Export values stood at N20 billion during the 2025/2026 financial year. Kabula-Simushi revealed this during the annual state of the region address on [] The post Zambezi borders reach record import and export values appeared first on The Namibian.

AzerNews

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· Jul 12, 2026

Middle Corridor must evolve into economic corridor to unlock full potential, PMCG says

The Trans-Caspian International Transport Route, commonly known as the Middle Corridor, should develop beyond its role as a transport route and become a fully integrated economic corridor capable of driving investment, industrial growth and regional integration, according to PMCG President Alexi Alekishvili, AzerNEWS reports.

Mwebantu

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· Jul 1, 2026

HH rallies Mwinilunga, cites development, peace as election nears

PRESIDENT Hakainde Hichilema has thanked Mwinilunga residents for their turnout at a meeting in Kaunda Square, saying their support shows a desire to “continue protecting the gains Zambia has made.” In a statement posted, Hichilema said his administration’s focus is “love, care and more deliverables for all.” “Road infrastructure remains dear to us and we [] The post HH rallies Mwinilunga, cites development, peace as election nears first appeared on Mwebantu.

Arise News

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· Jul 1, 2026

Tinubu Inaugurates Akwanga Underpass, Dualised Roads in Nasarawa

Tinubu inaugurates Akwanga underpass, dualised roads, and flags off superhighway, pledging improved connectivity and economic growth.

Caucasian Knot

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· Jul 6, 2026

Traffic on two bridges in Dagestan is closed due to their collapse.

In the Kazbek district, traffic is closed on the bridge due to the subsidence of the span structure as a result of a break, and in the Tabasaransky district, the foundation of the bridge has been washed away and a support has collapsed.

Africanews

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· Jun 24, 2026

Nairobi signs $1.2 billion airport expansion deal with China Road and Bridge Corp.

Kenya has signed a 1.2 billion deal with China Road and Bridge Corporation to expand Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, the country’s transport minister said on Tuesday.

The Cradle

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· Jun 25, 2026

Rails of power: Inside the race to redraw West Asia’s trade map

As chokepoints come under strain, the Hejaz Railway and Development Road are driving a new challenge to US-backed corridors.

South Africa Today

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· Jun 22, 2026

Malawian Nationals Seek Refuge at Mayors Walk in Pietermaritzburg Following Alleged Violence

PIETERMARITZBURG, KWAZULU-NATAL — Scores of Malawian nationals are currently sheltering at Mayors Walk in Pietermaritzburg after fleeing alleged violence in the Jika Joe informal settlement. With many having lost their jobs and been evicted by their landlords, the displaced individuals are seeking a safe haven and urgent assistance to return to their home country. The []

Africa Intelligence

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· Jul 1, 2026

Kenya : Under local pressure, port authority CEO appeals to President Ruto

One William Ruto is seeking help from another. The CEO of the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA), who has the same [...]

Voice of Nigeria

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· Jun 30, 2026

Kwali Monarch Hails Tinubu, Wike Over Landmark Road

The Etsu of Kwali, Luka Nizassan III, has hailed the newly constructed Gomani–Dafa–Yangoji Road in Kwali Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), describing it as a major infrastructure milestone for the area. Nizassan told journalists on the sidelines of the inauguration of the project in Dafa on Tuesday that the road was a [] The post Kwali Monarch Hails Tinubu, Wike Over Landmark Road appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.

TechCabal

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· Jun 26, 2026

👨🏿‍🚀TechCabal Daily – Tala cuts jobs again

In today's edition: Quick Fire with Sarah Idahosa || The curious case of WayaWaya's acquisition || Tala is cutting jobs in Kenya again || Who secured the bag?

India Today

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· Jul 5, 2026

CM Dhami inaugurates key bridge in Nainital, boosts Kumaon-Garhwal connectivity

CM Dhami inaugurates key bridge in Nainital, boosts Kumaon-Garhwal connectivity

Independent Online

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· Jun 22, 2026

Government turns to Zulu Royal House ahead of immigration shutdown

Government turns to Zulu Royal House ahead of immigration shutdown

Trend News Agency

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· Jun 23, 2026

President Ilham Aliyev and President Serdar Berdimuhamedov visit first residential complex built in Shusha city (PHOTO)

President Ilham Aliyev and President Serdar Berdimuhamedov visit first residential complex built in Shusha city (PHOTO)

Nepal News

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· Jul 10, 2026

भेरी करिडोर : अस्थायी संरचनामार्फत सवारी सञ्चालन

काँक्रेविहार। भेरी करिडोरअन्तरर्गत जाजरकोट–डोल्पा सडकखण्डको रुकुम पश्चिमको आठबीसकोट नगरपालिका–६ मा दुई वटा अस्थायी संरचना निर्माण गरेर सवारीसाधन सञ्चालन गरिएको छ। पुल निर्माणको ठेक्का हालै भएकाले वर्षायाम सुरु भएसँगै खोलामा पानीको बहाव बढेपछि रिजीगार र उसुम खोलामा अस्थायी संरचना निर्माण गरेर यातायातका साधन सञ्चालन गरिएको करिडोरका आयोजना प्रमुख नरेशकुमार केसरीले जानकारी दिए। रमण निर्माण सेवाले करिडोर []

BRICS News

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· Jul 9, 2026

JUST IN: 🇺🇸🇮🇷 US strikes railway bridge on Iran's northern corridor that linked the count [...]

JUST IN: US strikes railway bridge on Iran's northern corridor that linked the country to China and Russia.@BRICSNews

Vanguard News

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· Jul 2, 2026

Osun monarch endorses Adeleke for second term, dumps ADC’s Salaam

Earlier, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Works, Bello Bashir, disclosed that the Ejigbo-Iwo road is a 33 km intercity road connecting over seven communities, including Ejigbo, Ilawo, Iwata, Ijimo, Alagba, Iwo-Oke, Ibarapa, Amere, and Iwo Community. The post Osun monarch endorses Adeleke for second term, dumps ADC’s Salaam appeared first on Vanguard News.

BERNAMA

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· Jul 6, 2026

General : Melaka Plans New RM129 Million Road To Boost Logistics Network

ALOR GAJAH, July 6 (Bernama) -- The Melaka government plans to construct a new 12-kilometre road connecting the Kuala Linggi International Port (KLIP) to Ayer Molek, Kuala Sungai Baru, costing an estimated RM129 million, to strengthen the state's logistics network.

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