The World Bank voices dedication to North African infrastructure The World Bank is dedicated to investing in critical infrastructures in North Africa, it has claimed. In 2009, the organisation…

First Bank receives approval for bonds First Bank has received approval for bonds, which it will reportedly use to raise finance for infrastructure projects. Reuters explained how sources had…

"Historic day" for Africa as fibre optic goes live The completion of a fibre optic cable system linking south and east Africa to global networks marks a "historic day" for the…

Athi River Mining to build coal-fired power plant Kenya's third largest cement maker Athi River Mining plans to import coal from South Africa to build a new 29 megawatt coal-fired power plant, it…

Support confirmed for South African toll roads Financial support for the extension and upgrade of two South African toll roads has been confirmed. The European Investment Bank (EIB) agreed to lend…

Agreement signed to investigate North Africa's power generation ability A memorandum of understanding has been signed to investigate the energy potential of deserts in North Africa. The focus of the…

Siemens to support South Africa's energy infrastructure Siemens' infrastructure solutions will support its partners in South Africa to ensure the 2010 World Cup is a success, the company has…

Rwanda's exports 'need support' Rwanda's exports may fail to compete against other countries' unless measures are taken to reduce corruption along the road to Kenya's port of Mombasa, it has been…

Road from Ethiopia to Mombasa receives funding A project to link Addis Ababa in Ethiopia to Mombasa in Kenya has received funding. The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved a $326.5 million…

Rail infrastructure 'vital for South Africa's economy' Increased spending on rail infrastructure will be vital for South Africa's economy, it has been claimed. Transport minister Sbu Ndebele made…