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REGULARS The Site Board 8 News 9 New Products 12 Association News 13 Events 13

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Banco Ciudad de Buenos Aires Plans for Banco Ciudad de Buenos Aires, Argentina, will occupy an entire city block in the neighbourhood of Parque Patricios, echo its park-side setting with landscaped courtyards and shaded walkways and will provide a distinctive new presence for the bank in the city.

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The Site Board

COUNTRY EDITORS Kenya - Francis Makari South Africa - Jasin Maddox Uganda - Irene Kabuzire

Steel for Africa Steel’ s importance to the construction industry and a country’s economy as a whole cannot be overstated. To make steel the key ingredient is iron ore and Africa is the eighth largest producer of iron ore mainly from South Africa while it consumes only 7% of global steel produced.

WRITERS Lisa Kamau, Peace Muchiri, Irene Kabuzire, Ann Kariuki, Lindsay Wagner, Elaine Young, Jacqueline van Staden CHIEF DESIGNER Simon Muhia WEB / GRAPHIC DESIGN Augustine Ombwa

However the continent remains a net importer in order to meet local demand which puts a strain on foreign exchange reserves. The upward trend in steel prices as the global economy emerges from the softer demand periods prior to 2009 will only add to the pressures holding back the growth of the construction industry.

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The production of steel is a capital intensive, cyclical and highly competitive industry and Africa’s poor infrastructure and high cost of energy makes it more difficult to produce steel competitively.

Uganda: Winfred Nakairu, Deus Mutyaba

Despite these challenges Nigeria Gas and Steel has taken a bolt step in investing in a new steel mill to meet both local and export markets. We look at this company and its vision for the future and also at the Tanzanian Steel Manufacturers Association and its drive to bring steel manufacturing to the forefront of policy makers in government..

Botswana: Dickson Manyudza, Gerald Mazikana Tanzania: Tom Kiage Malawi: Anderson Fumulani Ghana: Anthony Hondah, George Laing Zimbabwe: Cyri’l Zenda Rwanda: Collison Lore Nigeria: Seni Bello China:Weng Jie

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Renovations and refurbishments Old is gold

Partitions Glass partitions in offices

Concrete products Prefabricated housing units

September 2011 Lifts Raising efficiency levels Wet services Water reticulation

Ceilings Low cost options in ceiling fittings

October 2011 Security High tech security solutions Fire fightings Fire retardant materials in construction

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NEWS

Ghana

Bui Power Electric Project to be ready in 2012

Chinese Contractors, Sinohydro Corporation Limited will be constructing Ghana’s new power generation facility, the Bui power electric project valued at US$ 622.0 Million. Engineering consultancy is being provided by Conye et Bellier, a French engineering firm. The project includes a main dam in the Bui Gorge and two smaller saddle dams in the neighboring Banda Hills, which will create a reservoir occupying 440km2 at full supply. A powerhouse and a switchyard will be built nearby the main dam, and new transmission lines will run east from the project site to the existing north-south transmission line corridor near Teselima and then south to substations at Techiman and Kenyasi. In addition, there will also be a construction of an irrigation system as well as a construction of a nucleus of a metropolis called the Bui City. When completed, the Bui Project will have a maximum generation capacity of 400 MW and a net average annual energy production of 1000 gigawatt hour/ year (GWh/yr).

The Bui Project is located on the Black Volta River on the border of the Bole (Northern Region) and Tain (Brong-Ahafo Region) districts in NorthWestern Ghana

South Africa Mooi-Mgeni Water Supply Project to Receive European Funds Three European development finance partners and the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) have formally agreed to finance the Mooi-Mgeni water supply project in KwaZulu-Natal. The agreements were signed at an event in Rosetta to mark the start of construction for the project. The European Investment Bank, the French Agency for Development and Germany’s KfW Entwicklungsbank (The German Development Bank), all with a strong track record of supporting water projects in South Africa, signed contracts to provide loan funding for EUR 195 million (approximately ZAR1.8 billion), to the Trans-Caledon Tunnel Authority. The Mooi Mgeni project will provide water to the Mgeni System that supplies water to 6.3 million people living in the municipalities of Ethekwini, uMgungundlovu and uMsunduzi in KwaZulu-Natal. The scheme also includes a conveyance system to transfer water to the Mgeni River catchment. Once constructed, the project will improve the security of supply of water in the region, provide an extra 60 million cubic metres each year and address water delivery backlogs.

The Mooi Mgeni project will provide water to the Mgeni System that supplies water to 6.3 million people living in the municipalities of Ethekwini, uMgungundlovu and uMsunduzi in KwaZulu-Natal.

South Africa Bell Further Expands its Range South African heavy equipment manufacturer Bell Equipment has signed a distribution agreement with Liebherr, one of the world’s leading construction companies, which will see the home grown company distributing Liebherr excavators into Africa and South Africa. Bell Equipment Chief Executive Gary Bell said that in terms of the agreement the company would be distributing Liebherr tracked hydraulic excavators ranging from 20t to 85t, namely the R906C to the R974C, thereby enabling the company to offer its customers larger-sized excavators that are ideally matched to the larger Bell Articulated Dump Trucks. Bell Equipment will be phasing out the current range of excavators, which have been distributed since 1992. “While the current range has performed exceptionally well for us, we have been limited by the range having nothing to offer customers to match their larger Bell ADTs. Bell will continue to meet our obligations and support our customers with the current range of excavators in terms of spare parts and servicing,” said Bell.

Bell Equipment will be phasing out the current range of excavators, which have been distributed since 1992.

June 2011

NEWS

Zambia US$690 Million Ichimpe Mine Commissioned Zambian President, Rupiah Banda, has commissioned the construction of the US$690 million Ichimpe copper and cobalt mine in Kalulushi. The mine which is a culmination of several years of exploration by the Zhongui mining group of China is expected to produce 35,000 tonnes of copper and 2,000 tonnes of cobalt per year. It is further anticipated that the mine will achieve an annual capacity of three million tonnes of ore on the first stage and five million tonnes on completion of the second phase. The president stressed that while mining was an extractive industry, mine sector investors should give substantial consideration towards sustaining the environment through varied environmental care projects. The development of the Ichimpe mine, in this regard, he stated, should be efficient and environmentally friendly. The Ichimpe mine is expected to produce 35,000 tonnes of copper and 2,000 tonnes of cobalt per year.

Cameroon Euro 66 Million for Dibamba Power Project The African Development Bank Group (AFDB), the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the Netherlands Development finance Company (FMO) are to invest €66 million in the Dibamba Power Development Company for the development of a thermal power plant in Cameroon. AfDB, IFC and FMO are each lending €22 million to the €92 million Dibamba project, a heavy fuel, oil-fired power plant located near Douala, Cameroon's industrial center. The plant will be connected to the Southern Interconnected Grid via a twokilometer transmission line, also financed as part of the project. It will be Cameroon’s first Independent Power Project (IPP). The Dibamba Project objectives are to provide peaking and reserve capacity in electricity generation, in order to meet the growing public sector electricity AfDB, IFC and FMO are each lending €22 million to the €92 million Dibamba demand and industrial expansion. The project will help avoid load shedding project during the dry season (which typically lasts from January to June each year).

Kenya Development of State of the Art Women and Children’s Wellness Centre Underway Located adjacent to the campus of United States International University in Nairobi, Kenya, the Kenya Women and Children’s Wellness Centre will be a state of the art healthcare facility which will help to achieve the James R. Jordan Foundation’s mission of health, well-being, counseling and education for an underserved community. Central to the structure will be a 170-bed hospital, outpatient clinics for women and children, an institute of learning, gender counseling centre and a family hostel. These elements were specifically tailored to Kenya with respect to social customs, local construction practices and environmental concerns. Patients of the Wellness Centre will be from small villages surrounding Nairobi.

The Kenya Women and Children’s Wellness Centre

June 2011

NEWS

Sweden Nordex to Build Sweden’s Largest Wind Farm Nordex has won the largest order awarded for an onshore wind project in Sweden to date: as of summer 2012 the turbine manufacturer will be building “Blaiken”, a 150 MW wind farm. The customers are Skellefteå Kraft, a leading energy supplier in Sweden and Fortum, one of the largest power utilities in Europe, based in Finland. Skellefteå Kraft and Fortum have placed a firm order for 60 turbines for “Blaiken” thus accelerating the originally intended call-off schedule of the master agreement entered into last year. The N100/2500 machines will be fitted with Nordex’ new anti-icing system for rotor blades. The successful development of the anti-icing system was a key criterion for the order. Nordex designed this system especially for sites where there is a risk of ice forming on the rotor blade. This can result in substantial production losses. An integrated heating system now prevents icing, thereby maximising the yield.

Nordex has won the largest order awarded for an onshore wind project in Sweden to date

China

Voith Hydro for Chinese Hydropower Projects Two Chinese utilities signed Voith Hydro for equipment of their newest hydro power projects: For the extension of Da Tang YanTan Hydro Power Company's already existing plant Yan Tan, located at the Hongshui River in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Voith will supply the generators for two 340 megawatt-units. Huanghe Hydro Power Development Company is building Yang Qu hydro power plant on the Yellow River and signed Voith Hydro for the supply of three Francis turbines with an output of 400 megawatts each. The overall value of both contracts runs up to about 350 million RMB (around 40 million Euros).

With these two projects 1,880 megawatts of new power generation capacity will be installed. Today, China is generating 22 percent of its electricity from hydro power. The government plans to increase the existing capacities to 380,000 megawatts by 2020. Energy generation from hydro power allows for meeting the electricity demand that is necessary for reaching the goals of economic growth and, at the same time, for considering climate friendliness Voith Hydro will be undertaking two Chinese hydropower projects of an estimated value of 40 million Euros and environmental protection.

United Kingdom Cornwall’s St. Germanus Church Undergoes Restoration

The medieval St. Germanus Church on the picturesque Rame Peninsula in Cornwall now has a new roof with the hi-tech Dupont Tyvek underlay. The historic 13th century structure has continuously withstood the onslaught of time to serve its parishioners admirably, without even the need for contemporary amenities such as running water or electricity. Nevertheless, the structure became vulnerable to the harsh coastal climate and had begun to lose roof slates at an alarming rate due to nail rot. This put the precious interior at risk from wind and water and so it was time for some vigorous fundraising by its community and the application of superior roofing solutions to ensure the longevity of the restoration. The project involved removing and saving whatever original Cornish Delabole slates could be re-used, undertaking any necessary structural repairs and then installing DuPont Tyvek advanced-breather membranes before re-fixing both salvaged and new tiles.

The medieval St. Germanus Church has continuously withstood the onslaught of time to serve its parishioners admirably

June 2011

PRODUCTS

Cyclone II TOPO Leica Geosystems announces a major update to Cyclone II TOPO; fast, easy ground surfaces from laser scan point clouds … for anyone Leica Geosystems announces a major update to Cyclone II TOPO, version 2.0 at SPAR 2011 International conference from 21 to 24 March. The new version automates the previously time-consuming process of creating accurate ground surfaces (TINs or meshes) from rich High-Definition Survey™ (HDS™) point clouds. Now, users can create these surfaces in minutes instead of hours or even days. 3D laser scanners can rapidly survey sites with extraordinary detail. However, extracting accurate, file efficient ground surface representations from laser scan data has long been challenging and time-consuming. Website: www.leica-geosystems.com

J420 Tower Crane Jaso has introduced the new J420 tower crane that has a maximum 85 m jib and 24 tonne load capacity. Tip load is 2.5 tonnes and the model sits in the range below the top of the line J600. Primary features are ease of transportation and assembly for a crane of such dimensions, according to the manufacturer. While it is not a flat top design, the height of the central slewing section at the head of the tower is less than some models of that type, Jaso said. Jib deformation is less than in a flat top tower design and jib assembly is quick and easy in sections, Jaso claimed. It uses a single trolley and hook block system for both single (two falls) and double (four falls) reeving. For maximum working height a hook run of 400 m is offered in double fall mode. Website: www.jaso.com

U10-3 Mini Digger Kubota has added another product in their U series, the U10-3 mini digger that weighs in at 1120kg and uses a Kubota D722-BH-6 water-cooled 3 cylinder diesel engine, creating 7.4 kW. The engine uses Kubota’s Three Vortex Combustion System to reduce emissions, noise and vibrations. At that weight you would expect an extremely compact vehicle, and the U10-3 delivers excavating capabilities that can fit through an average sized door, with a width of 750mm. As with other compact diggers this size this means work can be taken indoors and in restricted environments. The tracks can be expanded out to 990mm for stability when excavating, and also ensures the rear counterweight never exceeds the width of the track frame, meaning zero tail swing and no risk of damaging the engine cover. Website: www.kubota.com

PM 85028-S Knuckle Boom PM has introduced an 85 tonne-metre rated articulated loader crane on a 7-axle truck to provide additional payload. The PM 85028-S knuckle boom has been shown in the USA for the first time at ConExpo. The model has an eight extension boom with up to 67 feet, 9 inches (21 metre) horizontal reach. It is mounted on the new Kenworth T800 truck with tandem steer and three raised axles. The truck is powered by a 525 hp Cummins engine. The new 20 x 8 foot (6 x 2.4 m) flat deck design is extendable to 25 feet (7.6 m). Website: www.pmtruck.com

June 2011

ASSOCIATION NEWS & EVENTS

The Construction Industry Federation of Zimbabwe (Cifoz) The Construction Industry Federation of Zimbabwe (Cifoz) has launched an initiative to mobilise $250 million to boost the construction industry. Cifoz has partnered with leading banks including Commercial Bank of Zimbabwe, BancABC, Infrastructure Development Bank of Zimbabwe, Interfin Bank, Premier Bank and Kingdom Bank. The funding initiative was launched in Harare recently by Cifoz president and property magnet Philip Chiyangwa who said the US$250 million would be accessed by the federation’s members to finance projects. Cifoz consists of the Zimbabwe Institution of Engineers, Real Estate Institute of Zimbabwe, the Zimbabwe Institute of Quantity Surveyors, Zimbabwe Institute of Consulting Engineers and Institute of Architects of Zimbabwe.

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EVENTS

The 3rd iPAD Angola Date: Venue: Contact: Email: Website:

August 23-25, 2011 Luanda, Angola Patricia Kazaka patricia.kazaka@spintelligent.com www.angola.ipad-africa.com

With an expected growth in the region of 7.5% in 2011, Angola presents itself once again as a country with primacy, where each business opportunity is synonymous with success. The country regains in 2011, a growth rate that is above

average in the region and, for the first time, the non petroleum sector is expected to assert itself as an alternative growth driver, in this way emphasizing its contribution to the increased diversification of the Angolan economy. If we add the evident and

decisive measures taken by government, in order to promote private investment for the development of infra-structures in a variety of sectors, Angola assumes a position of compulsory entry for any company with a growth strategy.

The 30th Steel Awards 2011 Date: Venue: Contact: Email: Website:

September Emperor’s Palace in Kempton Park Gauteng in South Africa Dr. Hennie de Clercq info@saisc.co.za www.saisc.co.za/steel awards 11/index.htm

The Southern African Institute of Steel Construction (SAISC) has called for entries for Steel Awards 2011. SAISC communications manager, Renee Pretorius, said that this year the Institute is using social media networks such as Facebook and YouTube to give the projects of Steel Awards 2011 more exposure. The special Steel Awards website’s online entry facility will be easier to use this year and the SAISC encourages all nominators to go this route. This year there will also be a photographic competition with the winning photographs prominently displayed at the Awards. “Photographic excellence is crucial in the judging and post-publicity processes and we want to encourage entrants to provide excellent visual support to their entry documents,” according to Pretorius. Pretorius added that the overall standard of last year’s Awards was exceptional.

June 2011

Sitra Bridges Infrastructure, Bahrain RMD Kwikform’s Bahrain team are celebrating the successful completion and opening of the crucial US$170 million Ministry of Works funded Sitra Bridges infrastructure project, that is set to cut travel time and congestion in one of the busiest parts of the island. Including a 3-level gradeseparated intersection at Umm Al-Hassam, a first for Bahrain, the project has transformed journeys for thousands of island residents. Upgrading As one of the most important traffic links in the country's road network, linking Sitra and Manama in Bahrain, the previous Sitra Bridges had reached the end of their service life and could no longer cope with increased traffic volumes. The dual two-lane roads and the at-grade junctions, therefore needed to be replaced by a dual three lane highway, complete with a 3-level grade-separated intersection at Umm Al-Hassam. This new configuration was designed to provide excess capacity for the heavy morning and

afternoon rush hour traffic loads, which exceed 6,000 vehicles per hour. In order to maintain traffic flow and services, the new bridges and utility conduits were built alongside the existing ones and switched out on completion. For main contractor Berhad Gamuda, the key to achieving these goals was to ensure the formwork and shoring was up to the challenge. Following a competitive tender process, RMD Kwikform was awarded the formwork and shoring contract to assist in the construction of the bridges and flyover sections. Key to successful creation of the new dual three lane highway, was marrying the needs of the tight programme and budget, with the requirement for minimum disruption to the existing road network. For RMD Kwikform’s engineering team, headed by Shekhar Sawant, in order to achieve these goals, practical yet safe design solutions were required. It was the trust and interaction with main contractor Berhad Gamuda that was so important as Shekhar explains: “The scope of the project was to build a brand new dual three-lane highway, a 3-level grade-separated intersection at Umm AlHassam and at-grade signalized intersections at the entrance to Nabih Saleh Island and at North Sitra. What Berhad Gamuda were looking for was an equipment supplier that could support them both technically and logistically to supply formwork and shoring solutions to key parts of the project. “With East to South and North to South flyovers making up a large proportion of the new highway and underpasses used in other areas, the range of equipment required was significant. Special parts and complex detailing also required specific engineering attention. With over 1,050 tons

of equipment used over a three year period, the scale of project management and delivery required a huge amount of planning and onsite support, in the form of RMD Kwikform Site Assistance Technicians all of which helped the project programme time.” RMD Kwikform Input For RMD Kwikform there were various phases to the project, one was the 12m high, 1.2m thick Umm Al-Hassam Underpass walls, which were created using a single sided climbing formwork system. This was then followed by the use of Rapidshor shoring in a modular format as backpropping to transfer the additional loads applied on to the underpass slab from the flyover deck supports. But it was the flyovers themselves that required the most equipment and engineering support. Both the East to South and North to South flyover bridge deck falsework required the use of complex side forms in order to achieve the design requirements. With Rapishor shoring supporting Superslim Primary and GTX Secondary beams used for the complex bridge deck, complete with wedge shaped side forms, the varying width of the flyover decks were achieved. Shekhar: “When we looked at the deck design and overall structure in layman’s terms it varied in both cross section and length. Therefore in order to achieve this complex shape, we had to design special hinge connections that could cater for the various slopes of side forms and interconnect with the overall Rapidshor support system. Read more on this article at

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Propping Equipments in Construction The propping equipment and accessories have moved up their standard to meet the advancing building industry. Now, there are wide ranges of high versatile propping equipments and accessories available to make the project run smoothly and safely.

Today, building structures have become so innovative that ordinary propping equipment can no longer support the challenging techniques. If the architecture has become advanced, the propping equipment, shoring system and propping accessories have also come up to the mark.

To meet the new challenges, many innovative types of propping equipments have surfaced lately. Some of the propping equipments that are necessary in most construction sites are the tilt props, acrow props, titan props, multi props, trishore props, slim soldier and the megashore props along with prop accessories like t locks, sleepers and needle beams. These propping equipment and propping accessories have become very necessary to support the construction of new buildings or structures. Tilt Props For the tilt up slab construction, tilt propping equipments are used. The push pull prop can be used for high load applications. Both sections of the props are permanently tagged with model and working loads. Tilt up can be dangerous as the heavy ton panels are lifted by cranes. Here the safety measures are very crucial. The Tilt Propping equipments are used to support the whole process of the tilt up construction. Acrow Props The Acrow Props are very vital for any construction. They can be seen on many construction sites and are used to support a structure or transfer a load. Construction props are typically used to support concrete form work while the concrete is curing or to support a roof or overhead structure while removing, replacing or repairing a wall or other supporting structure. They are easy to position and are fully adjustable within the height range of the prop. Acrow props consist of two circular steel tubes, an inner tube with a top plate that slides up and down freely inside an outer tube which is attached to the base plate. The inner tube has holes down its length so that you can quickly extend the inner tube to just below the desired height and insert a steel pin to lock in that length. To extend the prop to the correct height the top of the outer tube is threaded and a collar, which is similar to a nut on a bolt, picks up and supports the steel pin. So by rotating the collar and moving it up it extends the inner prop. This allows you to achieve the exact height required. Titan Props A Titan Prop is capable of supporting eight times the load for the same weight of its steel counterpart. Titan Props can be easily handled in

discomfited locations and is suitable for tight and difficult access applications. Multi Props Multi props post shores are usually made of aluminium. They are considerably very light. A Mega prop 350, which can be extended from 1.95m to 3.50m, can weigh only 18.8 kg. The Multi Props are high load-bearing capacity. Trishore Props The Trishore Props have many advantages. They are able to support heavy loads at considerable height, fine adjustment by screw jacks, economical and great savings in labour and transport, Trishore Props in groups can support extremely heavy loads and have interchangeable sections. The Trishore features intermediate sections available in three different lengths, domed bearing plate for concentric loading, head adjustment that fits R.S.J bearers and quick action connector. Slim Soldier Slim Soldier is a heavy-duty support for vertical and raking shoring. It can be used for variety of civil engineering and building works. The Slim Soldier can support both large walls and precast units. The Slim Soldiers can convert into effective push pull prop with the standard adjustable jack units to the ends linked with suitable end connections. Megashore Props The Megashore Props are ultra heavy-duty modular propping system, which has been designed for axial loads of up to 1,000 KN (100 tonne). It is highly versatile and used in heavy lifting towers, bracing for excavations, support spines for tunnel formwork, shoring and trusses. The propping accessories are used along these propping equipments. The T Lock is used in tilt prop industry as a built lock. This is an auto lock system, which allows easy installation and prevents tampering onsite. Sleepers are used as grid patterns for forming base pads or sole plates in order to support the load on the surface. For the propping and needling applications, the needle beams are used. Start With Your Propping Height Well the first step is to look at the height or distance that you are looking to prop. Do not use props that are too short by making up the gap with timber or other packer and always use the correct length prop for the job.

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Personality Arch. ENOCK KIBBAMU, President, Uganda Society of Architects Environment is what God gave us; Architecture is a means to add to, or subtract from, the environment. Therefore you cannot separate the practice of architecture from the environment. Born on January 26 1973, in Kyenjojo (then part of Kabarole) district, Uganda, Architect Enock Kibbamu has had a steadily rising professional career from a humble start. With early education in the rural home district, Enock topped class at all primary and secondary levels. He graduated from Makerere University in 1998 with Bachelor of Architecture and began apprenticeships in the construction industry, that he has since been a part of at various fronts – as architect, manager and mentor.

Arch. ENOCK KIBBAMU, President, Uganda Society of Architects

From 1998 to 2000, he worked with Kaddu Associates Chartered Architects, Symbion International and KK Partnership Architects – his outstanding involvement there was in design and supervision of construction of Ministry of Health Headquarters in Kampala. He also worked with construction firm, TULU Construction Services during the apprenticeship period, before he sat professional exams and got registered as an architect at the end of year 2000. Upon registration by the Architects Registration Board, Enock started private practice. Plantek Consultants opened in March 2001. He is the director and leads a team of architects, planners, engineers and project managers. The firm works mostly with private developers of residential, commercial, industrial and hotel infrastructure. Capital Shoppers, a local supermarket chain is one of the consistent clients. In 2003/04 the firm also designed the renovation and innovative expansion of the Toro Royal Palace in Fort Portal. Architect Enock Kibbamu stresses the need for professionals to focus and remain focused. As his firm grows in expertise, he would rather consolidate in a given area than expand haphazardly. He attributes his success to being organized and humble, as “strength lies in simplicity”. While those who went to school with him would usually refer to him as clever or genius, he says his achievements are out of hardwork. He is the current president of Uganda Society of Architects (USA) and a board member of the Architects Registration Board (ARB). At USA, he works to not only enhance the pride of the architectural practice, but also importantly to protect interests of the public and environment. He has been involved long enough in the activities

of the architects’ society – as Secretary General (2006-2007), Treasurer (2008-2009) before he became President in 2010 for a term that ends in 2011. He is set to next head a regional body, the East African Institute of Architects, later this year. Enock has strong views on the physical planning function and how architecture should play a leading role in infrastructure development. “If we had physical planning as a function of architecture and engineering, we would have more orderly infrastructure development”, he adds “construction is booming but environment is dying, because of lack of proper physical planning”. He’s not necessarily unhappy with the fast trend ever springing up high-rise buildings in Kampala city and major towns, he’s concerned that there’s no tandem expansion of roads and services like drainage, energy, water and sanitation. He also knows that positive change is best achieved by exemplary leadership. Through the mandate of USA, he aims to bring together architects, give them a common purpose and promote sustainable, non-destructive infrastructure construction. During his leadership, there has been more direct public interface by architects and other built environment practitioners, together demonstrating how they do their work, and listening to public opinions. “Architecture is built environment”, he says, to stress a point that the practice of architecture should aim to conserve the environment that supports it. He terms what he does as “working with and through the environment”. Beside architecture, Enock does commercial agriculture. Kibbamu Estates (U) Ltd is a company with a portfolio ranging from tea and coffee growing to forestry, banana growing and dairy farming. The love for architecture and agriculture has made him prefer to describe himself as an “Agri-tect”. HIGH-RISE BUILDINGS (IN AN ALREADY CONGESTED CITY) WITHOUT CORRESPONDING EXPANSION OF ROADS AND OTHER SERVICES IS HURTING SUSTAINABILITY. INFRASTRUCTURE PLANNING SHOULD GO HAND IN HAND WITH ARCHITECTURE, ACCORDING TO ARCH. ENOCK KIBBAMU

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Redefining the Aesthetics The roof plays a very significant part in the beauty and durability of a house hence many clients go for the best roof finishing. When selecting roofing materials, more and more people are turning to roofing tiles for their quality, durability, long life, and varied styles. Roofing tiles have many advantages and just might be the right choice for your next roofing project. Roof tiles have been used since archaic Greece, and is today one of the most popular forms of roofing. Roof tiles act as an outer-most layer of sheathing, and drain water well due to their unique structures. There are many roof tile shapes available, including flat, roman, pantile, barrel, tower, and tegula. All roof tile shapes allow for overlapping and/or interlocking, and they are hung in parallel rows from the framework of a roof. The advantages of a tile roof include important features such as fire safety, non-combustibility, and durability. General Description Roofing tiles can be ceramic, fabricated from cement concrete, synthetic or metallic. Some of the lighter types use fibers (e.g., cellulose) added for strength. The color of a tile may be dispersed

throughout, or it may be applied in the form of a coating. Perhaps the most venerable type of roof tile is the Spanish style red barrel tile made from fired clay. The modern version of this tile is sometimes a cement tile with a suitable coating. In either case, the red color is due to the ubiquitous iron oxide material, hematite. Clay tiles Clay roof tiles offer authenticity and architectural character, and can be suited to both modern and historical appearances. They can also withstand climatic elements well, and their durability improves with exposure. The combination of performance and aesthetic enhancement make clay roof tiles a popular choice. Synthetic Tiles Synthetic tiles are often used for aesthetic reasons to make a home more attractive. Also, synthetic materials such as polymer and vinyl can be lookalikes for natural roofing materials such as cedar shakes, and they're more durable. Synthetic tile roofs are also less costly than other tile roofs such as cement tiles. Additionally, many synthetic tiles are fire resistant because of fire retardants that are mixed in before the molding process. Other chemicals added to the tile material help prevent algae growth and deterioration. Cement Tiles A good cement tile should ideally be compact and waterproof. Cement roofing tiles are made of concrete, mortar and plaster and are used primarily for resisting strong weather. Cement tiles are tough and durable, and roofs that contain them can withstand the weight of an individual walking on them. Equally as important is that cement tiles cannot be damaged by mold or algae. Cement tiles are very difficult to install because of the special tools and expertise required. Therefore, hiring a professional roofer is strongly recommended.

Metal Roofing Tiles The most technological advances have been on Metal Roofing tiles. Whilst they have the aesthetic appeal of the classic clay roof tile, they have the strength, light weight and durability of Steel. Whilst rust used to be a issue with metal tiles, with the advent of AluZinc steel coating, - and research into Stone Coatings, - some manufacturers can now offer a lightweight, stone-coated metal tile which will last for more than 50 years! The original manufacture of these and now supplied in 120 countries around the world is Decra Roofing from New Zealand. New Zealand, which is home to many volcanoes, and use the crushed rock to coat their tiles, offer a 50 year written warranty, even in coastal regions! Types of metal roofing include aluminum shingle, standing seam,steel roofing, AluZinc roofing and copper roofing. Roofing tiles are available in a wide range of colors, shapes and profile and Decra now make tiles to that imitate clay, shingle and timber shake roofing. Once installed, is very difficult to tell these apart from the material that it simulates. In all cases however, the roof gains the advantage of looking good for longer, with that added benefits of being fire proof, virtually burglar proof, and has an excellent performance record in all kinds of extreme environments, including earthquakes, hurricanes and extremes of heat and cold. Advantages of Metal Tiles Metal tiles weigh one seventh of the weight of traditional clay and concrete tiles, making Transport and Installation easy, as well as huge savings on the Roof Support. Being made of steel, they are unbreakable, so there is little wastage. Another big advantage is that not only do metal roof tiles interlock, and the fixing is done from the front â&#x20AC;&#x153;noseâ&#x20AC;? of the tile, but because steel can bend, it can be turned up at the ridges and June 2011

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of a House with Roof Tiles hips, and down at the valleys – making a totally weather proof installation – in fact Decra Tiles are guaranteed to withstand winds of up to 200kph! Unlike clay or concrete tiles, there is no gap above or below each tile, which makes them fireproof as no sparks or burning debris can penetrate the steel roof to ignite the dry timber structure. Metal roof tiles then are suited for any environment, including high rain fall, earthquake, and coastal (zincalume®) and fire hazard regions. And of course, being coated in natural stone, - the colour will not fade. Tile roofs often have enhanced air circulation compared to other roofing types because ambient air can circulate below as well as above the tile. (Wood roofs also have provision for air circulation below the roof, to make sure they always remain dry.) This enhanced air circulation helps the roof shed solar heat more readily. The temperature rise figures in the table below are conservative in the sense that we have not attempted to account for this uncertain benefit of enhanced convection. The Advantages of a Tile Roof Materials for tile roofs vary, but most tiles are made of ceramic, clay or cement concrete. Appearance Roofing tiles can provide a distinctive appearance to any building, giving roofs authentic architectural character. Since roofing tiles are noncombustible, they enhance a structure's level of fire safety. Roofing tiles last a long time. They do not rot, curl, rust or burn, especially tiles made of cement mixtures. In fact, the longer tiles are exposed, the more durable they become. Tile roofs allow air circulation under the tiles, allowing the roof to release solar heat more quickly. Roofing tiles can be heavy; they also tend to cost quite a bit more than shingle roofs, the lowest-cost alternative. The Environmental Advantage of a Tile Roof With rising energy costs, the depletion of

natural resources, and growing landfills, building professionals have come to realize the importance of green construction. As a result, they have begun paying more attention to environmentally friendly and energy efficient roofing materials such as concrete and clay tile. One of the goals of green construction is sustainable construction design, which means that products used in construction should either be composed of recycled materials or not further deplete natural resources. Both concrete and clay roof tiles are made from naturally occurring materials (clay or sand and cement) yet do not deplete limited natural resources such as trees. They are manufactured through a low-intensity production process that does not use any chemical preservatives and can be easily recycled into new tiles, road base, or clean fill. Moreover, properly designed and installed concrete and clay tile roofs are essentially "permanent": they can last 50 to 100 years or more. Within that same time period, other commonly used roofing products - such as wood, asphalt, and metal Ð would most likely have to be replaced at least two or three times. Tile's less frequent replacement means lower lifecycle costs for the consumer as well as an overall reduction in the use of energy and precious natural resources. Concrete and clay tile roofing systems are also energy efficient. They possess superior thermal capacity and the nature of their placement on the roof deck creates ambient air space, which can lower temperatures on the roof deck as well as heat transfer into living spaces in the summer and out of living spaces in the winter. And, lighter colored concrete and clay tiles also offer significant solar reflectance. The result is that buildings retain livable temperatures through reduced energy consumption.

Tile Roof Maintenance With proper planning and design, quality materials, and professional installation, tile roofs can last 50 to 100 years or more. That's because tile not only is resistant to pests but also withstands fire and harsh weather better than other roofing products. But, improper drainage, gutters filled with debris, and careless foot traffic can damage roofs of all types, tile included. To protect your investment and prevent potential problems, inspect your roof regularly. And, because tile roofs possess some unique features, use professional roofers experienced with tile roofs to perform maintenance and cleaning, when necessary. Walking on a Tile Roof Walking on any roof is dangerous, but walking on a tile roof can damage tiles, if not done properly. Even though tile is one of the most durable roofing products available and hardens with age, walking carelessly on it can cause breakage. Chimney sweeps, painters, and even roofers should avoid walking on tile roofs unless absolutely necessary and, when such times arise, they should do so with extra care. Dealing with Occasional Roof Repairs Under normal circumstances, tile roofs are virtually maintenance free. However, the ultimate longevity of a tile roof depends on the quality of all elements of the roofing system. Homeowners should not neglect broken tiles, as they can compromise the roof's waterproof surface and damage the underlayment by allowing exposure to sun and rain. Fortunately, roofers familiar with tile can repair or replace roof tiles quickly and easily, and manufacturers can help match the color and style of the original tiles with their replacements. Read more on this article at

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DECRA tiles are guaranteed for 50 years! A DECRA roofing system protects your most prized investment, your home. A DECRA roof may be the last roof you ever need. The strength and durability of a stone coated steel roof is combined with the versatile good looks of a tile that is both elegant and long-lasting. Original Decra tiles also do not fade (stone coated), do not rust (made from ZincalumeÂŽ), do not chip (advanced coating technology). They are lightweight, fireproof and cyclone-proof. We have over 20 different colours in Heritage, Shingle and Shake Profiles. Genuine Decra tiles are only sold and distributed by Nabaki Afrika. contact Nabaki for a list of approved distributors & approved Nabaki accredited Mtaalam DECRA tile installers.

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African Utility Week African Utility Week (AUW) was held on March 14-17 in Cape Town, South Africa

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Sameer Business Park The newly built Sameer Business Park along Mombasa Road is probably a case study of how a modern corporate office cum showroom complex should be designed. Developed by leading business organization “Sameer Group” and designed by architect Nishi Sharma, the Business Park is a magnificent structure and a unique addition to Nairobi’s busy landscape.

The need for spacious offices and showroom space among companies that sell bulky products continues to increase. In Nairobi, most of these companies have leased warehouses in Industrial Area. Unfortunately, these buildings are largely designed to act as storage structures and do not demonstrate much attention in terms of design. Future trends will require environments that are less distracting for consumers. As a result, "streamlined," "tidy" and "uncomplicated" are some of the buzzwords that will define design in the coming years. This has dramatically been achieved with the design of Sameer Business Park. It is an orchestration of the entire environment to tell a story.

their bottom line. Our directive was to create something crisp, clean and fresh that would reflect our heritage, but at the same time be relevant for today's more sophisticated consumer.” The Park is designed for maximum flexibility featuring five blocks with well-finished lobbies and public spaces. There are separate entrances for office and showroom space. The complex also contains a coffee lounge and restaurant and has ample, secure underground parking and separate loading bays.

The Sameer Business Park is a modern transformative experience of corporate office cum showroom complex set on 8.8 acres on the city’s bustling Mombasa Road.

The expansive facility has approximately 500,000 sq.ft of office and showroom/retail space spread over five blocks with a maximum seven floors. A helipad completes the list of amenities meant to further increase the competitiveness of the location. Here is a more detailed look at the facilities offered by Sameer Business Park.

Architect Nishi Sharma says: “Before beginning our design we looked very closely at our client’s objectives and our responsibility towards

Office space Sameer Business Park design optimizes every square foot of space with large and open spans.

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New Design concept for commercial complexes Great attention has been paid to detail such as fully finished private washrooms, tearooms and lift lobbies The entire complex will enjoy highest quality specifications and craftsmanship, measuring up to the highest international standards. The buildings are equipped with standby power backup, provision for air conditioning, highspeed elevators, state-of-the-art communication, video surveillance and life safety equipment, all managed through a sophisticated Building Management System. Showroom/retail space All efforts have been made to create the African street vibrancy with distinctive attributes at the Sameer Business Park This is characterized by a transparent storefront, a minimal color palette and simple fixtures that do not detract attention from the product. Barricades, ramps, stairs, street lamps, blankets of greenery create the metropolitan mood and world-class showrooms.

Wall finishes External cladding: a combination of solar reflective glass curtain wall, aluminum frame/ panel with a stucco finish to walls. Internal walls: cement/sand plaster finished in silk vinyl paint. Flooring Entry/lift lobbies: A combination of granite and ceramic tiles. Cement and screed ready for tenant/occupantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s floor systems to office and tenanted areas. Private washrooms and pantry to all floors are finished with modern fittings and fixtures. Mezzanine to showroom retail ground floor is connected with modern glass staircase. Basement parking Power float concrete has been utilized. Power supply A stable supply of power is provided via 11KV

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incoming line from Kenya Power Lighting Company (KPLC) network through two transformers to be located within the premises to ensure integrity of the supply. Appropriately sized state of the art switchgears shall control the power distribution within the development. A voltage stabilizer has been installed provided to ensure power stability. Standby generator Two synchronized 275KVA generators and two 250KVA generators provide fully automatic backup. The generators are fossil fuel driven and acoustically treated to reduce noise pollution. Information Communication Services/Technology (ICT) Fiber Optic backbone has been designed with core switches to ensure that tenants are able to connect onto the main backbone and get the necessary broadband connectivity. The backbone allows for unlimited bandwidth and is capable of transmitting Voice, Data and Image. Spatial and structural provision for installing satellite dish on roof has been made. Kenya

Security System and Building Management Systems (BMS) The Sameer Office Park provides options of state of the art security system including CCTV integrated to the ICT system that offers both remote and local security monitoring of the whole development. A fire detection and alarm system has also been installed. To complement the buildingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s status as a modern complex, a sophisticated computer based Building Management System installed to monitor and enhance efficiency of all electrical and mechanical equipment in the complex is in place. Elevators There are 15 elevators. Fourteen electric, high speed passenger elevators connect office and showroom/retail floors including one scenic lift located centrally within the complex. Theses lifts are also fitted with Braille pad at the call buttons to cater for the visually challenged. Air conditioning system Centralized locations on rear terraces of each block have been provided for tenants to install air-conditioning system if required. Water supply The water supply is from Nairobi City Council supplemented by on-site treated borehole water feeding into a large water tank. There are also two rain harvesting tanks. Fire protection system A state of the art fire protection and fighting services controlled by the Building Management System has been provided. This consists of: - Sprinkler system in the basements - Fire hydrants intermittently spaced to applicable standards 28

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- Internal hose reel system supported by portable fire extinguishers External amenities Security is tight with video surveillance at external access points, manned security at all entry, exit points, car park areas and patrols as needed.

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Others include: - Three sided boundary walls with front easy view glass/electric fence. - Helipad for easy access. - Coffee lounge and restaurant within the complex - Roadways and surface parking in asphalt and interlocking precast pavers Pedestrian and road way energy saver lighting on pole and bollard mounted fixtures - Nightscape energy saver and LED lighting to the buildings - Site landscape, landscaped islands with decorative features. - Waterscape features integrated into the landscaping to two blocks - A separate service area located at the ground floor, between each block for delivery of goods to the premises. In incorporating all these facilities in the buildingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s design, the architect appears to have exhaustively considered all housing elements that modern businesses need to accomplish their objectives. There is no doubt that occupants of the Sameer Business Park will appreciate the great length to which the project team has gone to make their daily lives as smooth as can possibly be.

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Mvuvi House The concept of this building is an expression of the function of the Ministry which is clearly elaborated by the shape of the building itself The Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries Development will soon get modern offices when the new Mvuvi House will be opened by mid this year. The Ministry is currently operating in a single storey building which was erected to temporarily accommodate its office Background The Ministry after getting its funding from donors approached ArchQuants Services Limited to provide consultancy services for the design and supervision of the construction of their office block known as â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Mvuvi Houseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. The clients brief was for the building to provide not only adequate space but also reflect the principal function of the Ministry. The building is located at the junction of Temeke and Mandela roads clearly seen from the Oilcom Petrol Station.

The building was designed to accommodate the entire Ministry functions.

conditioning which is not only expensive but has an adverse impact on the environment.

Design concept The concept of this building is an expression of the function of the Ministry which is clearly elaborated by the shape of the building itself which has three wings each representing a fish and spanning outward from the centre. Looking at the front facade on two wings facing each other the fish theme is also seen to emphasize the concept.

The building design has taken into consideration the needs of people with disabilities by installing a ramp at the main entrance and toilets to suite their requirements.

Straight from the entrance lobby there is a conference hall which has a 50 seat capacity. Similar halls but with smaller capacity are located on the other two floors. All halls are well lit through blue tinted glass. The building is environmentally friendly having been built using natural materials which have less impact on the environment and the building has a lot of windows that open to allow for natural ventilation and minimizing the cost of air-

The total cost of the project is estimated to be US$3.5 millions. Civil and mechanical works The building construction commenced in March 2010 and it is expected to be completed and handed over to the client in June 2011.With a total coverage area of 1,596m2and a total floor area of 4,049m2 the structure consists of reinforced concrete columns with concrete blocks infill while the external wall surface is finished with smooth plaster and weather guard paint. The internal wall surfaces are finished with wash and wear vinyl silk paint and 8mm thick vitrified

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400mm x 400mm tiles cream by colour were used as the floor finish. Mechanical installations such as plumbing for water drainage system, sanitary wares, air conditioning and mechanical ventilation were also done. Other features include: •A 250KVA standby generator with automatic change over switches which provides stable power to the whole building during blackout

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•Satellite communication facilities and fibre optic data backbone has been provided in additional to the telephone lines, data cable and other communication facilities ready for the internet and modern office connections. •The office is provided with fire escape route,

smoke detectors, pressurized wet risers and hose reels for fire fitting.

mongery, ceramic floor tiles, plain clear and tinted glasses.

•Water tank reservoir with capacity of 100,000m3 has been provided for both office use and fire safety requirements.

Project statistics The building commenced on 2nd march 2010 and is expected to be completed by June 2011. The project consists of 2 blocks, main and ancillary building.

Materials used Locally supplied materials such as cement, sand, aggregates, concrete blocks, reinforcements, formwork, water proofing products, pipes and ducts, timber, joinery and solid doors and paints were used. Imported materials include, curtain walling, internal aluminum partitions, aluminum window frames, air conditioners, generator, transformer, electrical accessories, sanitary fittings, iron

The main building consists of offices and meeting rooms while the ancillary building has a go-down on gthe round floor and offices on first floor. The main building has three floors with total floor area of 3566m2 and the ancillary building has 483m2. Hence the total floor area is 4049m2

The Project Team: Client: Permanent Secretary-MLFD Architects: Archquants Services Ltd in association with Archbase Consult Project managers: Archquants Services Ltd Main contractor: Catic International Engineering Ltd Mechanical and Electrical Engineers: FBNE Ltd Civil and Structural Engineers: SOU Consult Quantity Surveyors: Archquants Services Ltd Electrical Subcontractor: Mollel Electrical Contractors Ltd Air Conditioning Subcontractor: Cool Care Services Ltd

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Since its establishment, GSI has undertaken numerous projects in Tanzania, including commercial buildings, office buildings, residential houses, schools and hotels

GSI has a big number of staff including experienced engineers, experts, technicians and various professionals who have more than 10 years working experience in the construction industry in East Africa and in several other countries in the world. These professionals have propelled the relatively young company to be at the top of the construction industry in Tanzania, in the same league with much older and well established multinationals.

Finance, Tanzania Police Forces, Ministry of Education in Zanzibar, major real estate developing companies and private individuals. GSI has spread its business all over major regions of Tanzania, including Dar es Salaam, Dodoma, Arusha and Zanzibar. Some of the projects include Construction of Classrooms, Linguistic Labs, Library Buildings, Student Hostels, Cafeteria building, Clubhouses, Playgrounds and Sports facilities for the University of Dodoma; Construction of Commercial Complex (11 Storey) in Arusha; Construction of several high rise Commercial and Residential buildings in Dar es Salaam City like Swiss Tower (15 Storey), Canal Residency (17 Storey), Crystal Tower (16 Storey), Emerald Regency (12 Storey), Diamond Plaza(8 Storey); Construction of 84 Numbers of Luxury Villas in Dar es Salaam; Construction of 144 Police Residential Flats at Kilwa Road Barracks and 36 Jeshi Residential Flats at Lugalo Barracks; Construction of 7 Secondary Schools in Pemba, among others.

GSI has a complete range of construction equipments like tower cranes, truck cranes, concrete pumps, earth moving equipments, plants like concrete batching plants, mass brick making plants, steel scaffoldings system, all kinds of working tools and a large fleet of trucks.

In the words of Mr Janson Huang, the Managing Director of Group Six International Ltd, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Over the past five years, we have rendered our quality service to our clients in Tanzania and consequently have won appreciation from our clients in terms of performance and delivery.

Since its establishment, GSI has undertaken numerous projects in Tanzania, including commercial buildings, office buildings, residential houses, schools and hotels all of which have been completed to a high quality standard. Its client base cuts across the economic set up including the government, statutory bodies like National Social Security Fund(NSSF), Local Authorities Pensions Fund(LAPF), Government Employees Provident Fund(GEPF), other government departments like Ministry of Defense, Ministry of

We are continuing to provide complete solutions in industrial, residential and commercial buildings. We sincerely hope to promote the friendship among people of Tanzania, East Africa and the world in general by continuing rendering our quality service for the development and construction of their respective countries and regions through technical and economic cooperation within our capacityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

Group Six International Ltd (GSI), registered in Tanzania with Contractors Registration Board (CRB) as Class One Building and Civil Contractor in 2006, is a big scale comprehensive enterprise, with building and civil works construction as its core business. Its business ranges from construction, survey, supply of equipment, building materials, engineering, real estate development, maintenance, technical consulting, labor services, import and export among others.

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Goldstar Kenya P.O.Box. 47670-00100, Bondo off Dunga Road Nairobi, Kenya. Telephone: +254 20 234 55 30 / 31 / 32, Fax: +254 20 234 5533

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Canal Residence (15 Storey Residential Building) along Mindu Street at Upanga,Dar es Salaam

Crystal Tower (16 Storey Residential Building) along Kalenga Street at Upanga, Dar es Salaam

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Emerald Tower (12 Storey Residential Building) along Kalenga Street at Upanga, Dar es Salaam

Hostel Building for College of Health Sciences of University of Dodoma

Library Building for College of Humanities & Social Sciences of University of Dodoma

Linguistic Lab Building for College of Humanities & Social Sciences of University of Dodoma

Police Flats at Kilwa Road Barracks, Dar es Salaam

Infosys Office Builing at Kinodoni, Dar es Salaam

Classroom Building for College of Humanities & Social Sciences of University of Dodoma

Diamond Plaza (8 Storey Commerical Building) at Samora Avenue & Mirambo Street, Dar es Salaam

Infotech Place Office Builing at Kawe, Dar es Salaam

NSSF Plaza (11 Storey Commerial Building) at Kaloleni, Arusha

Swiss Tower (15 Storey Commercial & Residential Building) along UN road at Upanga, Dar es Salaam

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The Steel Manufacturers Association of Tanzania

In collaboration with the Confederation of Tanzania Industries (CTI) the association lobbies the government on behalf of its members, so that their industrial problems can be discussed and addressed. As a group, the members share experiences, are able to get better facilitation from the government and operate in tandem with government activities and policies. Steel Manufacturers Association of Tanzania plays a crucial role in ensuring efficiency on the production of steel products used in the construction industry.

The association aspires to upgrade the progress of steel manufacturing to international standards in the future. It is also now encouraging its members to export outside Tanzania to earn foreign exchange .

Membership of the association is mainly drawn from the local steel manufacturers, among them ALAF Limited, Steel Masters and M.M. Intergrated Steel Mills, among others. According to Mr Salgar, there are fourteen companies as members of the association in the country currently. Three companies out there are in Arusha city, and one company is based in Mwanza city. The rest of the companies are located in Dar es Salaam city. According to the associationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s regulations, all of these companies must ensure production of good quality steel products in their individual factories. The founding Chairman Mr Sharad Salgar, the CEO of ALAF Limited holds that post since inception.

Steelmasters Ltd. P. O. Box 1364, Dar es salaam, Tanzania Tel: 022-2863170 /2864233 / 2865424 Fax: 022 - 2865425 / 2865424 E-mail: admin@steelmastersltd.com

The association has had an increase in its membership to 14, a marked achievement. Also due to the associationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s efforts of enforcing regulations in the sector, many more industries have been established. The associationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s aim is to ensure further development and production of quality products among its members. Other achievements are in convincing the government to reduce duty on raw materials to zero rate. This has gone a long way in reducing costs incurred by our members and resultant lower prices to consumers. The association is also happy with the 25% import duty imposed on imported steel. The cost of utilities is a major impediment to production. Electricity is still very expensive, and unreliable. This is in line with water and telephones etc. These high costs affect business transactions in Tanzania more than other East African countries. Calls to the government to reduce these utility costs are yet to be heeded. The association aspires to upgrade the progress of steel manufacturing to international standards in the future. It is also now encouraging its members to export outside Tanzania to earn foreign exchange . Tanzania has enough capacity to export its steel products to the neighboring market. The supposed iron ore and coal deposits in Mchuchuma and Coal in Linganga portends even a more brighter picture in the industry.

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The Steel Manufacturers Association of Tanzania was formed in 1998 with the main aim being to find a solution to the myriad of problems facing steel manufacturers in the country.

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“Made in Nigeria” Large Construction Steel pipes Mr. Hasib Moukarim

A first by Nigeria Gas and Steel Limited

With this new machinery, Nigeria Gas and Steel Limited, the oldest pipe mill in Nigeria has graduated from manufacturing of small diameter furniture and scaffolding pipes to a producer of huge steel pipes for application in commercial and industrial complexes

Nigeria Gas and Steel Limited blazes the trail A new chapter has been opened in the building/ construction material sub sector of Nigeria economy. The country’s leading steel pipe manufacturers, Nigeria Gas and Steel Limited has completed the installation of a 70 metre long pipe Mill that caters for the manufacturing of huge welded steel pipe from 4`,5`,6,8,-10` in diameter and of thickness of 3mm to 10mm. This facility, which cost the company 5millionUSDollars-about N750million naira- is the first of its type in Nigeria and indeed the whole of West Africa. According to the company’s Managing Director, Mr. Hasib Moukarim, the presence of this mill in Nigeria is a blessing to the nation as the country stands to conserve millions of dollars currently expended in importing large diameter steel pipes and beams. Besides, the superior advantage of

steel pipes in terms of strength and durability over the conventional beams is a major boost in material selection for the burgeoning Nigeria building and construction sector. “ Looking around the world, steel pipes and glass have become dominant materials in building most of the new edifices-terminals, bridges, halls etc. and not the traditional concrete any more. Nigeria should not be left behind in this new trend.”, Mr. Moukarim explains while justifying his company’s huge investment in the mill. He pointed to the Murtala Muhammed Airport 2 new terminal which employed steel and glass; as a construction masterpiece which is in touch with excellent and latest material choices With this new machinery, Nigeria Gas and Steel Limited, the oldest pipe mill in Nigeria has graduated from manufacturers of small diameter furniture and scaffolding pipes to producer of huge steel pipes for application in commercial June 2011

and industrial complexes including, warehouses, towers, factory buildings, terminals, conference halls and rails. Steel, a backbone of any structure has over the years turns from mere strengthening material for concrete structures to assume position as a complete replacement for concrete beams and pillars. Other innovative designers have also continuously employed it as décor for aesthetics purposes in modern structures. Mr Moukarim therefore calls on the stakeholders-Architects, Fabricators, Structural Engineers in the Nigerian construction industry to take advantage of the made in Nigeria products, and depend less on imported beams stating that the proudly Nigerian pipes are durable and suitable for all structures similar to what obtains abroad.

Large Pipes

According to him, the company has deemed it fit to commit such amount into the project to checkmate the high level of importation of large steel pipes by the construction industry practitioners. Moukarim further states that the spin off of this strategic move apart from saving the nation foreign exchange, includes generation of employment opportunities for Nigerian professionals and artisans. In order to take full advantages of the opportunities in the sector, Nigeria Gas and Steel Limited has also gone ahead to install two additional machines: slitting and bending machines; which are also first of its kind in Nigeria. The Slitting machine can slit wide steel coil of flat sheet of 3mm10mm thickness. This was not possible in Nigeria in recent past. This facility will be of valuable service to construction industry, railways, dockyard and makers of heavy duty machinery in Nigeria and West Africa as a whole.

Bend Pipes

And to make it a complete mill, a sophisticated Bending Machine has also been added to the company’s facilities. The new machine can bend steel pipes-round or square of any diameter or thickness to different shapes and forms as specified by clients. The company’s investment on these three(3) machines runs into several millions of Dollars. Mr Moukarim is however full of confidence as to this investment decisions made by his company. According to him, research has thrown up big steel pipes as convenient and suitable replacement for conventional beams in the construction of warehouses, airport terminals, bridges and other heavy infrastructures. Experts also have proven that steel pipes can withstand higher pressure than beams of the same size. For these reasons, Architects and Structural Engineers have opted for its usage in large projects. Nigerian professionals have no other choice than to join this trend. With the growing demand and investments in infrastructural projects by all levels of governments in the country, the company is now well positioned to meet the country’s demands for big diameter steel pipes, slit flat sheets for other sub producers and equally bend steel pipes to any shape for the end users.

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Nigeria Gas and Steel Limited, formerly Mouka Pipes is the renowned and probably the oldest steel pipe manufacturing plant in Nigeria. It has been in operation for more than 35 years faithfully serving the Nigerian construction industry with high quality steel pipes of small diameters for furniture industry, scaffolding pipes and Z-purlin. Its new large diameter steel pipes surely boost the image and ratings of the company. The company’s has distributors all over Nigeria. June 2011 Slitting Machine

LP Architects (Pty) Ltd Through the years LP Architects have gained the reputation of delivering a superior service without compromise

Specialists in retail centre architecture since 1983, with a proven track record of mall developments throughout the country, LP Architects (LPA) have made an indelible impression within the industry as one of South Africa’s leading design firms. LPA have a vast experience with office blocks, industrial buildings, hospitals and hotels, but have focused on the niche retail market of upgrading or revamping existing centres as well as designing new malls. South Africa

“All that is new is bound to get old: therein lie opportunities for our services,” says Abey Mamaregane, a director at LPA. “We realised that there are business opportunities in this market and chose to play a part in the preservation of old buildings, offering a trendy rebirth to existing centres and delivering on the ever-changing demands of the communities they serve.” “Refreshing age-old shopping centres also benefits the surrounding communities by adding value to the residential properties,” adds Mamaregane. Having successfully completed numerous such projects, LPA have gained a keen understanding of both retailer and customer needs. LPA is therefore more cognisant than other design firms of the challenges of redeveloping existing shopping centres, enabling the firm to deliver a product

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beneficial to all parties. Developers working with LPA are at an advantage when it comes to finding the right design for the revitalisation an existing centre. LPA design and project management staff will remain involved with the centre long after the opening day, ensuring that the original vision is maintained throughout the years. This is the ‘X-factor’ separating LPA from their competitors and increasing their appeal to clients. Growth and Expansion Currently the firm is based in Gauteng with an office in Johannesburg and Pretoria. LPA have recently shifted status from a partnership to a company with a staff of 32, including Managing Director Mick Passoni and three other directors – Neels Fourie, Abey Mamaregane and Lomien Botha. With a firm grip established on South Africa, LPA are well positioned to expand their market to the emerging communities of the SADC region (South African Developing Countries). Successfully Completed Developments There are very few large-scale malls or retail centres in South Africa that have not benefited from the expertise of LPA’s workforce. Their efforts have not gone unnoticed, as the firm has received

accolades for a number of its developments, including the PMR Bronze award (2005 & 2010); a SAPOA award (2005) for both Woodlands Boulevard and Ilanga Mall; and a CMA award for Carlswald centre (2006). Other notable developments completed through the years include: Cresta Shopping Centre (redevelopment—Phase 2) 2001-2004 R150 million — Additions to the successful Cresta Shopping Centre: an 800-vehicle parkade and new Pick n Pay premises. Unique design elements were introduced to this development centred in an open piazza, a new focal point and promotional area. Centurion Shopping Centre (redevelopment) 2003-2004 R280 million — The existing centre was enhanced with a waterfront and an ‘open spine’, a pedestrian area surrounded by retail premises. The design was conceptualised to take advantage of South Africa’s overall favourable weather conditions. Woodlands Boulevard (new development—Phase 1 & 2) 20092010 R300 million — This 40 000m2 shopping centre, designed as a ‘lifestyle mall’, received a SAPOA

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Garden Route Mall (new development) 2004-2006 R250 million — Reflecting the Cape Dutch themes indicative of the area’s historic past, this expansive development offers a lifestyle component with a tourist centre and hotel, making it a destination for tourists, as well as the community in and around the city of George. Kolonnade Retail Park (new development) 2005-2006 R230 million — Adjacent to a regional shopping mall this retail park offers a complementing shopping experience with its array of home-ware tenants. Jabulani Mall (new development) 2005-2006 R200 million — An exciting regional mall situated in the heart of Soweto. Together with the existing Protea Mall, a new shopping precinct within the historic township has been created. A vast promotion hall flows to outside restaurants establishing a distinctive food court. Designs described as ‘Afro-Euro’ chic elements were introduced to uplift the neighbouring properties. Carlswald Shopping Centre (new development) 2005-2006 R60 million — This convenient centre is situated in a new vibey emerging residential and office environment. Great care was taken with the architectural theme and the selection of lifestyle oriented tenants. This centre is the recipient of two national awards. Munpen Office & Retail Refurbishment 2006-2007 R20 million — The existing block was situated next to Centurion shopping centre, designed by LPA, so the theme was carried through to this building. The project comprised the installation of new food outlets on the ground floor and the refurbishment of the offices above. A new parking deck was also constructed. ingplan.ai

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Mafikeng Shopping Centre (new development) 2007-2008 120 million — A new single level regional shopping mall designed with a large convenient parking and catering for lifestyle tenants, allowing for a future expansion. Morning Glen Shopping Centre (redevelopment) 2008-2010 130 million — The existing centre was upgraded and refurbished to comprise two trading levels and three parking decks. With its diverse tenancy, this centre complements the neighbouring medical suites. The mall is flanked by a 3000m2 office component and has a high-tech finish representing the core architectural style. Village @ Horizon Lifestyle Centre (redevelopment) 2008-2009 200 million — The existing mall was completely demolished to give way to a new convenience centre, reconfigured and redesigned. Ilanga Mall (new development) 20092010 370 million — This regional centre is designed as an enclosed mall on one level of on-grade parking providing easy access into the mall. The mall opens out to the outside with the introduction of tenants trading to the exterior. The architectural theme comprises modern elements and great detail has been given to the skyline by introducing interesting roof elements. The Future looks Bright…and Green So often, many successful enterprises are overextended by taking on too much and ostracising their traditional market through ventures not totally aligned with the company’s original vision. LPA have been very successful in executing their expertise. Their market is clearly defined and further endeavours will only enhance their service offering. Going forward, the firm is incorporating into its design ethos environmentally-friendly and energy efficient solutions. While this is not a new concept within the built environment, the unique challenge

for LPA will be seamlessly incorporating these applications within existing structures that have little to no provision for such retrofits. Yet, the firm endeavours to achieve its ‘green’ goals by starting out with simpler solutions before building up to more intricate, holistic applications. Using natural light and harvesting rainwater, are two examples of the initial solutions Mamaregane says are being incorporated into the firm’s design philosophy. With remarkable growth and experience behind LPA, guided by its adept leadership, the firm is poised to continue its success for many years to come.

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award (2005) and is the second largest in Gauteng province.

LynCon Construction is celebrating its 10th year in the construction industry, our Contract Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Site Agents, Foreman and Admin people in our employment have been in the building industry for 25 years and longer. Integrity , flexibility, initiative and a positive approach towards challenges in the building industry is part of our company’s culture, and teamwork is the key to our success in the building industry. We believe that a construction company consists, of two prongs , namely an operational and financial discipline and that these two strong operational disciplines both support and compliment each other as a business concern. Site safety is vitally important to LynCon and we endeavour making health and safety part of our ethos and work ethic. We support and ensure a safer workplace for the project team together with the ability to deliver quality building projects on time. Focussing on the construction of Commercial, Retail and Industrial buildings, LynCon has successfully completed numerous Alterations and Additions work to existing facilities for our clients who requires us to perform a comprehensive

service that includes keeping safety, quality, program, landlord, tenant and the public in operation throughout the construction process. To a large extent in today’s Construction Industry most companies deal with the same Clients, Consultants, Suppliers and Subcontractors. At Lyncon Construction, we offer tailor-made solutions that we believe positions us as a unique choice for getting the job done right, on time and within budget. From the onset of any project we are aware of the challenge in delivering a quality product ON TIME! To circumvent this challenge we make sure we lean on the expertise of our company’s leadership as well as having faith in the capability of our project team members. Dealing with mostly national companies that service the building industry, we draw on their experience and quality products to deliver a quality project on time. LynCon Construction and LP A Architects have worked closely together since 2005, successfully completing a number of projects. We want to congratulate LPA Architects for the ability to continue delivering an excellent product to their clients.

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With the demand for residential property far exceeding supply in the Rondebosch area, Rawson Developments has constructed the ideal residential property to suit both students and young professionals.

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Construction is underway at River’s Edge in Rondebosch, where 90% of the units have been sold.As the largest development that has been launched, in the Rondebosch Cape Town area, in the last 18 years, the River’s Edge Development is being met with great enthusiasm by serious investors both locally and abroad. Many buyers have been drawn from outside the Cape Town area.

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Rawson Developments have secured buyers from countries throughout Africa and further afield, in the UK, Europe and even China. This clearly shows how widely known the Rondebosch area is. With the demand for residential property far exceeding supply in the Rondebosch area, Rawson Developments has constructed the ideal residential property to suit both students and young professionals. River’s Edge has shown that there is still life in the residential market, says Paul Henry, chief executive of Rawson Developments, “In the six months since the new project was launched, the units have proved extremely popular, with over 90% of the development already secured and the balance still selling consistently.”

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Rondebosch – great investment territory Trevor Weston-Green, Rawson Development Analyst, has done a survey which reveals that new developments in Rondebosch have been rare for some 30 years – only four in the last 5 years – but, nevertheless, he said, it is now known that UCT (The University of Cape Town) is short of 4 500 bedrooms and that River’s Edge Development has gained in appeal for both students and young professionals and managers, many of whom studied at UCT. “For several years we have had a classic case of demand exceeding supply and this has pushed up rentals and values. A survey taken in 1999 shows that the average Rondebosch sales price on sectional title units was R240 000. Today it is well over R1 million.

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A rental agent has shown that 35m² bachelor units are renting at R3 500 to R4 000 while standard two bed units are achieving rents of R6 000 to R10 000.” These figures indicate that any investor buying into this latest Rawson project will be able to achieve a rental return of 7, 5% - 2% higher than the average for Cape Town. The Rivers Edge development which commenced construction during 2010 offers 84 units in total spread between one and two bedroom units varying in size from 46 to 92m ² - prices range from R795 000 to R1, 85 million. 56

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The development is in close proximity to the Simonstown trainline which runs through to Cape Town station, past other southern suburb areas such as Observatory, Plumstead, Mowbray, Kenilworth, Rosebank, Wynberg, Newlands and Claremont. Newlands Stadium which hosts Super 15 Rugby games and Cricket matches, as well as the Kenilworth Race Course is in close proximity. Golf courses are located in Mowbray and Rondebosch. Design, layout and features The fittings and finishes is top class as aluminium windows and granite tops are fitted into the kitchen. Kitchens are plumbed for one appliance. Supawood doors are used for the cupboards. A laundry can be found in the complex on the ground floor, next to the entrance foyer. Each lounge flows onto a recessed balcony thought a sliding epoxy coated aluminium door, giving the feel that is lacking with the usual Juliette balcony in most new developments. The floors of the one bedroom units are tiled throughout with an option for carpets. The units are fitted with ADSL and DSTV. Security Paul Henry has given his assurance that the development will be amongst the most secure in the Western Cape. Its security measures will include electrified boundary walling, CCTV, armed guards, a single manned entrance and fingerprint recognition for access to the building itself. The development is protected by a brick and palisade fence with 24 hour guards at the entrance. Rentals in Rondebosch are currently some of the highest in Cape Town as a whole, and prospective tenants are eagerly awaiting new properties to become available. For more information please contact Trevor Weston-green 082 783 43 93 Website: www.rivers-edge.co.za June 2011

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Location, Positioning, Amenities The 3,200mÂ˛ site is on the western side of the Liesbeeck River (very close to UCT) and is bounded by Roslyn and Haldane Roads.

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UNISA’s New Science Hub UNISA (University of South Africa) has historically been a distance learning facility that provided limited practical training facilities, relying on the benevolence of other universities for use of their science labs. Though effective in the short-term, over time this practice proved costly and was not conducive to successful learning outcomes.

UNISA’s new science facility expands the university’s capacity for practical science applications through its state-of-the-art laboratories.

The solution was to create a science hub on one of UNISA’s existing campuses. The university’s Florida campus, north of Johannesburg, was selected as the preferred campus to build the school’s ‘Centre of Excellence’, as the development is referred to. Once completed in 2012, the CSET (College of Science, Engineering and Technology) and CAES (College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences) will be a hi-tech, flagship development for UNISA. The campus currently comprises an administration building, lecture and conference facilities, a library, registration hall, a printing press as well as dining and recreation facilities. The new development brings together a modern engineering building, research laboratories, agriculture centre and a new campus entrance, all serving to create a more comprehensive learning environment.

The Layout The engineering building is situated on the northwest corner, while the laboratory and agriculture buildings are located on the southeast corner of the campus. The three-storey engineering building will house teaching and practical workshops for the engineering departments. Its aim is to expose students to accessible teaching and increase the frequency of practical sessions to increase research outputs and promote requirement for staff and postgraduate students. In achieving these endeavours the building includes various engineering disciplines, namely mining, civil, mechanical and electrical engineering. Laboratory building will be a cutting-edge lab building focusing on research that is in line with the national priority areas of science and technology. Its aim is to create a multidisciplinary research and postgraduate training venue. The new research laboratories will span over five levels and will include agriculture, physics, chemistry and chemical engineering. The aim of the new agriculture centre will be providing innovative agricultural education by creating a plant nursery facility for training and June 2011

Design “This project will become UNISA’s Centre of Excellence, thus their centre of pride, which should compete with similar facilities of other universities around the world,” says Marco Zietsman of HMZ Architects. “The challenge was in emphasising this approach towards striving for excellence in the architectural language.” “It is unique, yet technologically advanced and daring,” says Zietsman of the buildings’ design. Contrasting materials (e.g. concrete, rough sandstone ,artistic rock, aluminium cladding, rustic steel structures) are combined in such a way to emphasise its theme. Adding to the campus aesthetic, decorative structures depicting stylised scientific organic shapes are a general theme throughout the campus. Connecting a ‘form fitting function’ design, the distinctive combination and interrelation of facilities and colleges in these buildings make this development one of a kind. One of the greatest achievements in the design is this interrelationship of facilities that enable UNISA to utilise the facility better due to the rooms’ flexibility allowing multipurpose use, eliminating the need for a dedicated room for a given lab function. Building for Today While Sustaining the Future

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research as well as postgraduate training in plant science. The single-level centre comprises an administration building, greenhouses, shade houses, a herbarium, stores, potting sheds and a display area.

In a world where environmental-friendly solutions are not just an industry buzzword, but also a social responsibility, UNISA has undertook to make this development as energy efficient as possible. Environmentally sustainable methods are being implemented within the building’s operative functions and as part of the construction phases. This includes re-use of on-site materials to preference of local supplies over imported materials. These actions, among others, lower the carbon footprint of the development. Within the actual development’s operative functions, a number of energy efficient solutions are being applied including renewable power; efficient waste management systems; use of natural light; alternative water heating methods; as well as designing naturally ventilated atriums that reduce the reliance on air-conditioning. An Investment in Youth Studies indicate a severe dearth in capacity and understanding of maths and science among the nation’s youth—this has adverse effects on the country’s economic growth potential. UNISA’s investment in creating a science hub directly seeks to address this problem. Yet, specific to the university, the upgraded campus will enhance the working environment for UNISA personnel, improve security regulation on campus, create a more integrated circulation between facilities, promote student interaction and socialisation, all the while creating a world-class learning and teaching facility. The new campus is in line with UNISA’s mission of providing quality academic

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and career-focused learning opportunities underpinned by principles of lifetime learning, flexibility and student-centeredness. Professor M. Setati, Executive Dean of the CSET says, “In order to achieve our vision of excellence through innovation, we aim to offer training in the development of a variety of scientific skill, knowledge and insights in a way that is accessible to all. To this end we strive to develop laboratory and computer facilities in the college to provide quality tuition, conduct relevant research and deliver academic services at the same level of internationally accepted best-practice.”

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Project Team Client UNISA Principal Agent Architects HMZ Architects Quantity Surveyors Turner & Townsend Engineers (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical & Structural) SSI Engineering Safety Consultant Aspirata Landscape Architect Intu-it Main Contractor WBHO

Executive Dean of CAES, DR M. Linington concurs, “Across the country and throughout the continent, there is a growing awareness that Africa’s prosperity depends on the ability to practice responsible, sustainable agricultural and environmental management. That cannot be achieved unless the skills are in place. This college [CAES] has enormous potential to make a positive impact on Africa’s skills landscape with its rich range of programmes.”

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