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Volume 4 Isuue 015, March - April 2015East Africa Informative Journal in Developing Infrastructure

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EditorialEditorial

The news of President Barack Obamas first historic visit to Kenya as a sitting US President was received with a lot of expectations even when his schedule on places where he will visit was still under discussion. Many Kenyans across the

country are hoping that, the World’s most powerful leader will get time and visit them in their home counties. However, expectations are high among Nyanza residents especially in Siaya and Kisumu County where residents expect Obama to visit his ancestral home in Kogelo. When president Obama visited Kenya while he was a senator, Kogelo resi-dents got police posts, roads, electricity and a secondary school. This visit therefore presents an opportunity for more growth for our nation as Siaya residents look forward for more prospects in July.

Siaya Governor Hon. Cornel Rasanga has already identified water scarcity and food security as key areas he wishes to share with his brother on the ground during the visit. Perhaps you also need to draft a list of areas you wish to discuss with the president during his visit. However, as Kenya prepares to host President Obama, the lakeside residents are worried on whether Kisumu International Airport is big enough to accommodate Air Force One, which ferries the US President around the world.

The timely visit comes at a very strategic time when Nairobi out-paced 20 major cities in Africa in terms of attracting investments, and ranked the most attractive destination for foreign direct investment in Africa. It also comes when Kenya needs more development partners to support her massive infrastructure expansion projects to become the most preferred regional transport hub. Furthermore, the visit comes when Kenya require more funding to address insecurity that has been blamed for stalling of various multi-million development projects in some parts of the country. It comes at time when Kenya needs poten-tial investors to invest in the oil, mining and energy sector. The visit also comes at a time when Kenya Government is in the front line in fight against corruption and therefore need more support. And finally, this visit comes at a time when Kenya needs to hold talks with the Western Nations to lift the travel advisories imposed against Kenya.

With almost 1200 delegates expected to attend the Nairobi summit, Obamas visit will definitely offer entrepreneurs, the business commu-nity and the government a chance to network. It will positively boost the country’s tourism sector and show the world that Kenya is safe and open for business. During the visit, we hope investment to top the agenda of discussions. Kenya should therefore expect a booming business especially areas that will be visited by President Obama. Let us maximize on the one time opportunity of hosting the US President to aggressively market the country on the international platform.

Editor.

OBAMAS VISIT: A CHANCE TO NETWORK

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INSIDE

8 28 383 Briefs

8 Property8 Thika Greens towards attaining its mission

11 New Housing Tech11 Affordable Housing projects launched in

Rwanda12 Nyambabora embracing new technology14 Housing Finance to increase investment in

subsidiaries to support its growth

16 Corporate Profi le16 Morphosis Limited21 Align Architects

24 Water24 World Water Day

26 ICT26 Africa Online to launch VSAT services in

Tanzania28 Nakuru County now connected to free and

fast high capacity WiFi

30 Energy30 Uganda Electricity Generating Company to

increase hydropower installed capacity

32 Community Service30 How Road development Agency female

employees marked this year’s International Women’s Day

33 Road Construction33 Narok County Government to upgrade

5000km of roads by 2017

35 Strategic Plan35 Engineering Kenya at 50 years and beyond

38 Transforming Lives38 Transforming Bugala Island’s infrastructure

41 Transport41 Kisumu - Kakamega road to boost

transport network41 Kenya Railways to boost operations

42 Expert Corner42 Dayliff Yanan synchronised generators to

lower cost of standby power supply

44 Company44 Regal Equipment Ltd appointed Hyundai

Heavy Equipment Dealer in Kenya

Briefs

JKIA VOTED BEST AFRICAN CARGO AIRPORT

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) has for the second year won

the “STAT TIMES” International Award for Excellence in Air cargo in the highly acclaimed category of African Airport of the year.

Jomo Kenyatta Internation-al Airport first won the award in 2011 when it participated in the survey for the first time, while in 2013 JKIA was the runner up. The winners of the awards are determined based on the most votes generated within the industry. The world-wide readers of STAT TIMES indicate their choice through an online poll, spanning a month, and the top two with maximum number of votes polled are chosen as the “winner” and the “highly acclaimed” in each category.

Mr. Yatich Kangugo, Ag. Managing Director Kenya Airports Authority expressed

his appreciation at receiv-ing the award, “This award validates our ongoing efforts to improving facilities at JKIA Cargo area, and our excel-lence in customer service. It is evident to me that our staff at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport has truly embraced our vision of providing globally competitive airport facilities and services.”

“I would like to congratu-late all the stakeholders of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for their collective effort in making this possible. I would also like to commend the Government of Kenya and our parent Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure for their continued efforts and support in developing JKIA into a major cargo hub in Africa. “

In 2014 Jomo Kenyatta International Airport handled 300,000 tons of cargo. For the past 10 years, JKIA has witnessed a significant boost in

air cargo traffic to and from Eu-rope, Asia, America, and most recently China and Australia. This is what has culminated in JKIA being an emerging force and destination in the air cargo industry. Through deliberate planning and embracing public and private sector participa-tion, the airport has registered a steady transformation in the way air cargo is managed.

Since 2010 JKIA has witnessed the entry of several modern transit sheds, increas-ing its overall capacity to 1 million tons annually. In 2012 Swissport and Transglobal started their operations. Transglobal transit shed boasts

of an electric transfer vehicle, making JKIA one of the top four airports in Africa with that facil-ity. In 2014 Signon opened their ultra modern transit shed with a capacity to handle 200,000 metric tons per annum.

The award which was presented to the Ag. Managing Director, by the Commercial Manager Cargo Mr. William Simba, was presented at a cer-emony at the Barnyard Theatre in Rivonia, South Africa. The award ceremony which was for the 2014 top performers was attended by a galaxy of leaders from the air cargo industry.

NAIROBI RANKED AFRICA’S BEST INVESTMENT DESTINATION

Discovery of oil, mining and investment in energy, roads and port projects have lifted Nairobi to the rank of most attractive destination for foreign direct investment in Africa. The capital city is now the regional financial services hub only rivaled by Johan-nesburg on the continent.

“Nairobi out-paced 20 major cities in Africa in terms of attracting invest-ments,” says PWC in a report titled Into Africa: The Continent’s Cities of Op-portunity. Nairobi outscores all African cities in Foreign Direct Investments (FDI). This is the first time that the country is ahead in terms of providing the right environ-ment for those looking for opportunities to invest.

Twenty (20) African cities

The cities were ranked on various variables such as hous-ing, transport, water and power, healthcare, education, public safety, on the one hand, and GDP, middle-class growth, ease of doing business and FDI, on the other. The report notes that increasing levels of growth calls for African cities to invest massively in roads, rail, airports, energy, water and sanita-tion if they are to enjoy the benefits of such growth.

considered among the most dynamic and focused on the future are Abidjan, Accra, Addis Ababa, Algiers, Anta-nanarivo, Cairo, Casablan-

ca, Dakar, Dar-es-Salaam, Douala, Johannesburg, Kampala, Kigali, Kinshasa, Lagos, Luanda, Lusaka, Ma-puto, Nairobi and Tunis.

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Briefs

Statoil has an-nounced that the Mdalasini-1 exploration well

has resulted in a new natu-ral gas discovery offshore Tanzania. The discovery of an additional 1.0-1.8 trillion cubic feet (tcf*) of natural gas in place in the Mda-lasini-1 well, brings the total of in-place volumes up to ap-proximately 22 tcf in Block 2. The Mdalasini-1 discovery is located at a 2,296-metre water depth at the south-ernmost edge of the block. The new gas discovery has been made in Tertiary and Cretaceous sandstones. “The Mdalasini-1 discovery marks the completion of the first phase of an efficient and successful multi-well exploration programme off-shore Tanzania,” says Nick Maden, senior vice presi-dent for Statoil’s exploration activities in the Western Hemisphere.

“Since the start of the programme in February 2012, we have drilled 13 wells and made eight dis-coveries, including Mdalas-ini-1. We still see prospec-

tivity in the area, but after appraising the Tangawizi-1 high-impact discovery, which was made in March 2013, there will be a pause in the drilling to evaluate the next steps and to mature new prospects,” adds Maden.

Statoil has drilled the Mdalasini-1 well with a 100% working interest. Previously Statoil and co-venturer ExxonMobil have made seven discoveries in Block 2, including the five high-impact gas discover-ies Zafarani-1, Lavani-1, Tangawizi-1, Mronge-1 and Piri-1, as well as the discoveries in Lavani-2 and Gilligiliani-1.

Statoil operates the licence on Block 2 on behalf of Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation (TPDC) and has a 65% working interest. ExxonMobil Exploration and Production Tanzania Limited hold the remaining 35%. TPDC has the right to a 10% work-ing interest in case of a development phase. Statoil has been in Tanzania since 2007, when it was awarded the operatorship for Block 2.

STATOIL MAKES ITS EIGTH DISCOVERY IN BLOCK 2 OFFSHORE TANZANIA

STIMA INVESTMENT TO BUY A 40% STAKE IN A WIND POWER GENERATION PROJECT

Stima Invest-ment Limited is planning to raise Shs.240 million

from its members to buy a 40% stake at locally-owned Oldonyat Wind Power Project, the Company’s Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Nelson Irungu, has said. Speaking during an investors’ briefing held in Nairobi today, Mr. Irungu said the move is part of the organization’s diversifica-tion strategy to grow its net revenues and asset base to Shs.7.3 billion and Shs.80 billion respectively within ten years. He said that com-pany behind the wind power generation has concluded a power purchase agree-ment to sell an initial 10

Irungu said.Stima Investment Lim-

ited is a co-operative society which is largely owned by employees of energy sector players including Kenya Power, the national electric-ity distributor and KenGen, the country’s main power generator. Speaking during the event, Kenya Power Managing Director, Dr.Ben Chumo, expressed sup-port for the project saying investors will appreciate the opportunities that ventures such as the Oldonyat Wind Power Project offer.

Dr. Chumo said that the project will dramatically increase energy efficiency as well as lowering the cost of supplying energy. “We

MW to Kenya Power. “Stima Investment Co-operative Society will enhance its investment portfolio and conduct shares mobilization drive as part of its four year strategy to grow its asset base. The expected returns from Olndanyat Wind Power project is positive consider-ing that Stima investment has been growing its asset base by average growth rate of 40% annually,” Mr.

believe in renewable energy sources because they are sustainable, economical, and available. Kenya Power has tapped into large-scale renewable and clean energy projects such as hydro-pow-er with an effective capacity of 797.6 MW; geo-thermal power with an effective capacity of 568.1 MW; and wind power at an effective capacity of 25.5 MW,” he added.

“Stima Investment Co-operative Society will enhance its invest-ment portfolio and conduct shares mobilization drive as part of its four year strategy to grow its asset base

New Products

Duracoat unveils Fragrant Paints into Kenyan Market

Kenya’s leading paint manufacturer, Basco Paints, has launched a new range of paints into the Kenyan market named Duracoat Fragrant paints. This range will enable homeowners and commercial users to enjoy scented paint, in effect eliminating ‘new paint smell’. Vanilla will be the first scent to be rolled out, with more to follow. The paints are available in Vinyl Silk, Vinyl Matt and Soft Satin varieties.

The introduction of Fragrant paints is a major inno-vation in paint technology in response to an overwhelm-ing demand by users to improve the smell of fresh paint, especially for those re-painting or redecorating al-ready inhabited dwellings, those with young families, or those in offices. It is often the case; that newly painted or re-painted spaces need to be vacated for a few days until the paint smell subsides. “The Duracoat range of Fragrant paints is a first of its kind to be introduced in East and Central Africa, ahead of any other country,” said Mr. Kamlesh Shah, Basco Paints Managing Direc-tor. “A proprietary active ingredient in Fragrant paint creates a pleasant scent on application,” he added. Fra-grant paints will be available through dealers country-wide, as well as at all Duracoat Colourmania Centres, in a range of over 7,000 colours.

The Managing Director added that this was another significant step for Basco Paints, in line with the com-pany’s commitment to providing total paint solutions. As was the case with the introduction of Duracoat Colourmania Centers countrywide, which revolutionized the availability of the largest variety of paint colours for consumers through Automated Computerized Tinting (ACT) systems, Basco Paints has continued on a path that enhances the overall user experience. In recent years, it has introduced numerous innovative products such as the Duracoat Eco-friendly range, the Duracoat Anti-Bacterial range, and Duracoat Lead and Chrome Free Emulsions.

Duracoat Home Solutions, the flagship store at Fedha Valley Arcade, has become a showcase for the firm’s leading international textured paint finishes. It also offers value added services such as free colour and design consultancy, and will soon be followed by another store at Garden City, Thika Road. The Du-racoat Brigade was recently introduced to facilitate convenience and the seamless application of special textured finishes, while the Duracoat Helpline was launched to provide solutions to a variety of paint related issues over the phone. The introduction of Du-racoat’s Fragrant paints addresses a further anxiety for users, that of ‘new paint smell’ and will contribute to making the process of painting more pleasant and less stressful, thus taking the ‘pain’ out of the ‘painting’.

About Basco PaintsBasco Products (K) Ltd (commonly known as Basco

Paints) is a leading paint manufacturer with a wealth of almost 40 years experience. The company is ISO Certified and holds the Superbrand East Africa status, and develops products that are suited for the Eastern Africa construction industry. The product portfolio in-cludes: Duracoat Royale, Duracoat, Basco AutoGuard, Basco Value, Duratherm Road Marking Paint, Ronseal Wood Products (UK), San Deco (Turkey), Cover It (Italy) and San Marco (Italy) ranges. Basco Paints range of products is widely distributed in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, DRC and Southern Sudan. The company’s vision continues to be a testament to its relentless efforts to bring quality, convenience and ac-cessibility to clients. Basco Paint endeavor “to become the most admired and preferred paint company in East Africa providing expert solutions and inspiration through innovative, value added products and services, while enhancing stakeholder value.”

Basco Paints Sales Manager, Mr. T. Ramesh and Managing Director, Mr. Kamlesh Shah during the launch of the Duracoat Fragrant Range of Paints

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Financial Results

BAMBURI CEMENT PROFIT BEFORE TAX GROWS BY 5.5%

Bamburi Cement Ltd in March 2015

announced a 5.5% increase in Profit before Tax from KSh 5.5 to KSh 5.8 billion in its full year results for 2014. Operating profit for the period was KShs 5.5 billion compared to KShs 5.2 billion in the previous year. Group’s turno-ver increased by 6% from KSh 34 billion in 2013 to KSh 36 billion mainly as a result of improved market conditions in Uganda, which is expected to continue into 2015.

Commenting on the Company’s re-sults, the Board stated “We have made good progress by ratcheting up sales locally and within the region”. In addition to improving market conditions in Uganda, we experi-enced growth in the Kenyan market, in particular in the infra-structure segment in the latter part of the year, with key projects getting off the ground. We have also seen good growth in the contractor segment, especially through selling value added products, as well as improved Exports into inland Africa with the exception of those into South Sudan.

The cost base for the year was in-fluenced by high power prices in Kenya compared to 2013, which on a positive note started coming down in the last quarter of the year, with the commissioning of addi-tional Geothermal power into the National Grid. In Uganda, the company successfully launched its petcoke fuel conversion at Kasese plant, which started giving it energy cost benefits, in the latter half of the year.

Commenting on the outlook for 2015, the Group Managing Director, Bruno Pescheux stated that the prospects for the industry look promising with the regional economies expected to achieve strong growth in 2015 compared to prior year, due to improved macro-economic environment in both Kenya and Uganda, characterized by single digit inflation, lower commercial bank lending and stable exchange rates.

“We are very optimistic about market growth prospects in both our domestic and inland Africa export markets and are well positioned to benefit from them. At the same time, a number of large infrastructure projects have been or are being launched in both Kenya and Uganda, which with our wide cement and concrete portfolio of brands across the region, places us in a

strong position to supply. This, together with our improving cost base following the comple-tion of a number of cost containment meas-ures at all our plants, gives us good founda-tion for a robust 2015”.

A World Leader in Building Materials.Lafarge Bamburi Group is the leading ce-

ment producing and marketing Group in the Eastern Africa region. Its subsidiaries include Hima Cement Ltd (Uganda), Bamburi Special Products Ltd and Lafarge Ecosystems Ltd. Bamburi Cement is a subsidiary of Lafarge.

A world leader in building materials, La-farge employs 63,000 people in 61 countries, and posted sales of �12.8 billion in 2014. As a top-ranking player in its Cement, Aggregates and Concrete businesses, it contributes to the construction of cities around the world, through its innovative solutions providing them with more housing and making them more compact, more durable, more beauti-ful, and better connected. With the world’s leading building materials research facility, Lafarge places innovation at the heart of its priorities in order to contribute to more sustainable construction and to better serve architectural creativity.

PMAYA AWARDS 2015

TANGA CEMENT WINS THE COVETED PRESIDENTIAL MANUFACTURER OF THE YEAR AWARD

Tanga Cement Plc is the member of Confederation of Tanzania Industries (CTI). CTI has been organizing the famous Presidential Manufacturer of the Year Award (PMAYA) with the aim of recog-nizing the industries’ contribution to the Tanzanian economy and award outstanding firms. For the second time, Tanga Cement Plc has participated in this competition. In 2014, the company emerged the 1st Winner in building and construction industry category, and our Managing Director accepted the trophy from H E the President of URT, Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete.

To be a participant, first of all you have to be a member of CTI as well as agree to enter into the competition by filling in questionnaires that are normally sent by the organizers; CTI. As participants, we filled in the questionnaire and send back to CTI. Assessors that were contracted by CTI visited the plant for assess-ment with the aim of checking authenticity of what was filled in. Announcement of results took place during the CTI annual gala dinner that was held on 14 Feb 2015, at Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel.

Then it was time of announcing the winners for various catego-ries. In this we don’t have to brag, we are thrilled and proud to an-nounce that we grabbed the award for the 1st Winner in Building and Construction category. On this category we’ve managed to retain our last year’s position. The PMAYA award giving event was more exiting to us after again being announced the Overall Winner in the whole manufacturing industry! This is another spectacular achievement for us. If you look at the other competing firms, you would realize how our production and other processes are standing out of the crowd. As said last year, ‘Let’s grab more and more of these awards’ and Yes, we’ve succeeded more than what we did last year.

Annual EventThe President’s Manufacturer of the Year Awards (PMAYA) com-

petition is an annual event that is organized by the Confederation

of Tanzanian Industries (CTI) to award outstand-ing manufacturers for the preceding year. CTI es-tablished the awards in 2005 with an a view of recognizing member industries which have been performing well in terms of increasing produc-tion, improved technologies, protecting the envi-ronment and consideration of gender equality in employment opportunities. The awards were first presented in 2005 when CTI organised the first competition among its members. For the past nine consecutive years, CTI has been staging this most prestigious members’ event covering all sectors of production and services.

The awards aim to recognize and appreciate the industrial sector’s important role in Tanza-nia’s economic development process. According to CTI, the main objective of the competition is to pay tribute and recognize the pertinent role of the industrial sector’s contribution to the na-tional economy and to encourage and motivate investors in the industrial sector. The awards also aims at publicizing the importance of the indus-trial sector in Tanzania, raise the standard of business practices and promote sound corporate governance in Tanzania and to acknowledge and take stock of technological advancements in the industrial sector. The competition also promotes Research and Development activities in the sec-tor, to enhance competitiveness in the industrial sector and promote exports of industrial prod-ucts and services.

Participating companies are grouped under different sub-sectors such as Beverages, Build-ing and Construction, Chemicals and Chemical Products, Energy, Electrical (machinery, equip-ment, services) and Electronics, Finance, Insurance, Real Estate & Consultancy Services and Food Processing. Others include Hospital-ity and Training Services, Leather Products and Footwear, Metal and Metal Products, Mineral Products, Motor Vehicles and Accessories, Paper Products, Printing, Publishing and Packaging Materials, Pharmaceuticals and Medical Equip-ment, Plastic and Rubber Products, Textile and Apparels, Timber and Wood Products, Transport, Storage and Communications. Under each sub sector, industries are placed in three broad cat-egories based on annual turnover, capital invest-ment and number of employees. The evaluation and judgment of the competition are based on developments on issues related to the criteria of the competition at the participant’s business during the preceding year.

TANGA CEMENT WINS THE COVETED PRESIDENTIAL MANUFACTURER OF THE YEAR AWARD

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Property

INNOVATION DRIVING THIKA GREENS TOWARDS ATTAINING ITS MISSIONBy Evans Otieno

Thika Greens Limited (TGL) is a real estate development and property management company. The Company founders envision

TGL as a leading property developer whose development projects offer its residents a wholesome lifestyle whilst transforming liveli-hoods of the surrounding communities. TGL’s mission is to develop three unique controlled gated communities that ensure a high quality lifestyle through innovative use of resources while guaranteeing a high return on invest-ment. “People should expect an intelligent city. Once completed, Thika Greens will be one of the top Kenyan destinations” says Mr.James Wambugu, the Project Manager , Thika Greens Ltd.

The Company is working towards this dream by developing three unique gated residential communities and related ameni-ties in a 1, 706 acre parcel of land along Thika Super Highway with the promise of serene lifestyle through innovation. The Pro-ject is a mixed-use fully integrated real estate development offering a unique lifestyle to the estate residents. It is based on a residential development concept whose complexity is

much higher than any previously attempt-ed in Kenya.

Thika Greens has developed a value-adding approach that ensures quality and value to the client right from the purchase of property, design of infrastructure, con-struction through to scale and/or owner-ship of the resultant development. The aim of the company is to set a trail blazing path in the property development sector by delivering quality homes and world first

Norkun Intakes Ltd is proud to be associated with

Thika Greens Limited

class infrastructure. Partner-ing with the best, most prestigious and reliable con-tactors allow Thika Greens to provide its clients with the most exceptional value of investment. “We advice our clients on the best people to partner and work with during their construction period” Wambugu said.

Property

“Finix Consulting Limited is proud to be associated with Thika Greens Limited”

WATER WASTE WATER STRUCTURES ROADS

The company’s mission is to develop 3 unique con-trolled gated communities that ensure a high quality

lifestyle through innova-tive use of resources while guaranteeing a high return of investment.

PHASE I -Waterfalls Country HomesThika Greens Country Homes comprises of 1140 resi-

dential plots in a secured serviced estate. The infrastructure comprising of 37Km of reticulated water pipeline, cabro-paved roads, and electricity is complete. The plots on this phase are sold out. Currently, the development of homes and owner oc-cupation is ongoing.

PHASE II-Thika Greens Golf Estate Golfers love to travel and play in courses all over the

World. According to International Golf Tour Operators As-sociation (IAGTO), Kenya is emerging as the fastest growing golf tourism destinations in Africa. The country has emerged as a favored destination hence the need to improve our golf offerings to tap into this new market. Thika Greens Golf Estate (Phase II) is the company’s Project’s flagship development offering 856 residential serviced plots set in a landscaped environment in which the central feature is a splendid 18-hole championship Golf Course. According to Mr. Wambugu, plots are 60% sold and estates infrastructure is 90% complete. The company intends to fully tap into golf tourism in Kenya and project a higher level of clientele with increased spending power.

The completion of the Golf Course, together with the magnificent Clubhouse, has enhanced the Project’s image and heightened awareness among the investing public. Within the compound is also the main dam plus two no. boreholes one of which is solar powered that are used to irrigate the golf course. In addition to these, the Golf Estate also has 4 no. boreholes to supplement piped water from Thika Water and Sewerage Company. Construction of the villas is currently underway. The company plans to construct 20 no. villas each having 6 rooms for the golfers. For reliable night time lighting and security within the estate, TGL has installed several Solar Powered Street Lights,thereby eliminating electricity charges.

Thika Greens Golf Estate shall also host the other major

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Property

constituent projects that in-clude the luxury resort hotel ,a central business district, a retirement village among others. The golf estate is modelled against similar de-velopments in the US, South Africa, Asia, Central & South America that have become very popular, especially be-cause of security. “Our golf course is top of the range. This is a unique one here in Kenya as you can be able to control its irrigation system even using your mobile phone” observed Wambugu.

PHASE III (The Green Valley Estate)

The Green Valley Estate (third phase) is expected to deliver about 1,500 homes in a landscaped setting designed to bring out the natural features of the property that lead to a

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“Emjay Consultants Limited is proud to be associated with Thika Greens Limited”

secure, tranquil community lifestyle estate. This residen-tial development is targeted to upper middle income market segment. Construc-tion of the boundary wall is complete and construction of the main gate house is on-going. According to Mr.Wambugu, opening of the 35Km tarmac roads within the estate is under-way. “We’ve only done 10Km of roads. We are yet to do water” he stated add-ing that about 50% of the plots in Phase III are sold.

New Facilities in the pipeline

At Thika Greens, the security of the estates is observed; access into the es-tate is via gatehouses where residents have their own designated drive through the entrance, camera

surveillance and police post. Mr. Wambugu observed that at TGL, much has been achieved so far and much is expected with more projects up the sleeve. Together with future projects, the entire neighbourhood will hold more than 4,000 homes creating a flourishing com-munity estimated at more than 16,000 people at full strength. “We also have other fantastic proposed developments in the pipe-line, including plans to build a business district in a 30 acre piece of land along Thika Super Highway” Wam-bugu says noting that when implemented, the projects will transform Thika into a modern and vibrant place to live, shop and relax.

He urged the gov-ernment to expand the country’s infrastructure to

meet the growing invest-ment demand. “With the on-coming government projects, we need to review our infrastructure systems in various counties to meet the growing demand” he said citing poor road network, electricity and water supply as some of the areas affect-ing the sector.

The whole development is transforming the local Economy through value creation estimated to be in excess of US$ 500 million (Ksh 43 billion). As a result of the Golf Estate develop-ment, the value of surround-ing properties has also appreciated strongly. This is interpreted as a vindication of the company’s assertion that, Thika Greens satellite community is a destination in itself.

New Housing Technology

AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECTS LAUNCHED IN RWANDA

The government of Rwanda through the Ministry of Infrastructure has launched Affordable housing projects in Batsinda cell, Gasabo

district in the city of Kigali. The event was officiated by the Honorable Minister of Infrastructure, James Musoni in collaboration with other stakeholders such as City of Kigali responsible for supervision of the construc-tion and Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) responsible for funding the project.

The construction works will be conducted by local based companies, Horizon group and Rwanda Engineering Brigade. The affordable housing project targets to put up 10,000 units and the first phase will begin 609 unit four stalled house design. The current gap of urban population that access housing in the formal market is likely to intensify as the country develop towards Vision 2020 goals where it targets urbanization rate to increase from 17% (2012) to 35%. “We are targeting the urban population to increase form 17 %( 2012 census) to 35%, that is 2.7million people to live in urban areas”. Minister noted.

Affordable and adequate housing in Rwanda is an urgent issue due to the gap between housing demand and supply for people in low and middle income segments. EDPRS II emphasized on the importance of affordable housing development to support

urbanization and made it a high level priority. The provision of adequate homes and the eradica-tion of informal settlements will require the Government of Rwanda to establish affordable housing supply mechanisms. Rwanda’s demand for affordable housing in general is estimated to require at least 560,000 Units by 2020 plus all other related socio-economically amenities in addition to current housing supply. From now until 2020, this will require yearly con-struction of 93,400 units (or 7,780 units monthly).

This highlights how much severe supply is required to bring down the need for affordable homes and curb down speculation involved. The government’s policy emphasized on implementation Orders to reinforce Housing regu-latory frame work and affordable houses will benefit low income earners including military veterans, genocide survivors among others.

Different developable sites of around 106Ha were identified and acquired and good progress in development has been made

by different government institutions in partnership with private developers.

Construction of affordable homes would be primarily the role of private sector. However the government has also en-gaged semi-private institutions such as Banque Rwandaise de Development (BRD) and Rwanda Social Security Board (RSSB) in Affordable Hous-ing Development since their mandate includes supporting government priority areas of development. Even though the first batch of these projects will be constructed in Kigali, expan-sion into other parts of Rwanda like more sites in Kigali, in sec-ondary cities will continue to be the government priority.

The current projects in the pipeline to be launched in Kigali are in Rugarama (Nyarugenge), Batsinda II, Ndera (Gasabo), Ziniya and Kanombe (Kicukiro) which all total up to 7480 dwelling units to be Constructed with respect to available master plans.

Rwandan President Paul Kagame

NYUMBABORA LTD;EMBRACING NEW TECHNOLOGY TO REDUCE KENYA’S HOUSING DEFICITBy Evans Otieno

The overall demand for housing in Kenya has been on the rise with the supply not meeting the demand. The supply shortage has left private developers focusing mainly on highest return market segments which are the upper income class. Affordable housing has therefore become a major setback here in Kenya to the low income population leading to continued growth of Informal settlements and slums with a large percent-age of the urban population living here. The slums are characterized by congested tin roofed and mud houses, poor infrastructure with regards to sewerage system, electricity, clean water and access roads. The chang-ing global economy shows the need for more low cost housing and upgrading of slums.

Nyumba Bora Ltd, a locally owned property developer could soon be the most probable partner towards your affordable dream home in Kenya. Es-tablished in 2010, Nyumba Bora solves all property owners, buyers and sellers worst nightmare of how to develop, sell, buy and or rent property.

In its new strategic plan to further its mission and vi-sion, the company has taken up the housing challenge to become a critical stakehold-

er in the development and provision of low cost hous-ing for low income earners. “At the moment, we are reviewing our initial strategy and are now venturing into the development of low cost housing in partnership with other stakeholders” Mr. Peter Donde, the managing director, Nyumba Bora Ltd says in a recent interview with East African Infrastruc-ture & Engineering Review magazine.The company aims at providing low cost housing by promoting the use of Appropriate Build-ing Materials Technologies (ABMT) especially the Soil Block Technology which is fast taking root in the region.

“We want to partner

with the government, Makiga Engineering, the UN-Habitat and the World Bank to promote the use of soil block technology in Ken-ya” he stated. If adopted by both National and County Governments, Mr. Donde is confident that, soon, it will be easy for low- income earners in Kenya and the East African region to own their own houses.

Soil blocks are safe, cost-effective, innovative and environmentally friendly and should therefore be pro-moted in Kenya to reduce the housing deficit. “The technology is spreading very fast in Kenya and beyond its borders. It is alsoused in developing decent and affordable houses in South

Sudan” notes Donde.

Reduce Spread of Informal Settlements

The high cost of land and building materials as well has hindered develop-ment of affordable hous-ing countrywide.In its new growth plan, Nyumba Bora will also partner with the county governments and various community organizations/groups living in slums to ensure that the majority poor are able to af-ford quality and affordable housing across the country. “We intend to spread our services to counties where land is available and cheap to develop” he said point-ing out that if all county governments can adopt

Peter Donde is the founder and director of NyumbaBora Ltd initially known as NyumbaBora Housing

this technology and buy the interlocking soil block ma-chine for every urban center, the concept will help realize the dream of giving Kenyans what they can afford in housing hence reducing the spread of informal settle-ments.

According to the recently released Kenya National Housing 2012/2013 Survey, high demand for housing which is not matched with supply, has forced many citi-zens especially those living in big and highly populated cities to spend about 34% of their total income to pay rent. The figure is higher in Kenya than the United Nation’s recommended threshold of 30%.

Transforming LivesAbove all, the company’s

founder is very passionate about creating employment to Kenyan youths as it advo-cates for low cost housing. The company through its corporate social responsibil-ity has invested heavily on improving the quality of education to the local com-munity at large by putting up classrooms using the soil block technology, which is one of the low cost building technologies.

Nyumba Bora is also ac-tive on training the youth on

using the soil blocks technol-ogy which will later on sup-port them and overall con-tributing to the prosperity of the community.Mr. Donde said that the company is in dialogue with the manage-ment of Karen Technical School for the deaf to train the students (deaf students) in using the new technol-ogy to construct low cost housing. “We are expanding in our CSR activities. We try to create opportunities to our youths to do something” Donde said. The company also financed the installa-tion of electricity and water to Olengo Primary School in Gem, Siaya County.

ServicesSituated in Karen at

Karen Triangle Mall along Karen road, Nyumba Bora has extensive and diverse staffs who work together to their client’s satisfaction. The company has access to a wide range of compli-mentary property related services from advocates to surveyors that are members of the relevant governing bodies to ensure a quality and professional service. Nyumba Bora offers a com-prehensive range of services custom made to suit its clients’ needs including:-

• Land Purchase &

Sales• Feasibility research• Working Drawings

& Documentation• Finance• Construction• Property Sales and

Rental• Building mainte-

nance• Appropriate

Building Materials Technology

ProjectsNyumba Bora currently

has a beautiful prime plot for sale in Kanyakwar Kisumu measuring 3.5 acres divided into quarter acres. The plot is situated not far from Kisumu International Airport, in a fast growing area near Uzima University along Kisumu Kakamega road.

In Nairobi’s lavish Karen area, the company is constructing an Executive Office Block for rent. The facility which is suitable for banks and corporate offices is strategically located at the junction of Karen road and Karen Plains road near the Deputy President’s resi-dence. Also under construc-tion is the Nyumba Bora Headquarters along Karen road.

In Siaya County, Nyum-ba Bora is in the process of

constructing a Beach Resort in Usenge. Situated on the shores of Lake Victoria, this beach resort represents a rare opportunity to acquire a well established hospital-ity business with an excel-lent reputation, consistent performance, solid returns, development upside and a location that is second to none.

In Eldoret, the company is also about to commence the construction of eight town houses in Elgon view, a posh residential estate in the county of Uasin Gishu.

About Peter DondePeter Donde is the

founder and the Managing Director of Nyumba Bora Ltd initially known as Nyum-ba Bora Housing Technology Group incorporated in 2010. He holds a Masters Degree from London in construction Management.

He has over twenty years’ experience in con-struction management; knowledge of materials and appropriate methods to con-struct buildings; knowledge of structural engineering in the design of reinforced concrete, steel, masonry, and timber as applied to construction of buildings; proven ability to identify po-tential problems and recom-mend appropriate solutions; strong links in humanitarian community work. He has for over 15 years worked for UN-Habitat in post conflict societies working with people in need mostly in low income unplanned urban settlement. Donde has also worked with the Netherlands and Swedish governments with special focus on low cost housing. In Kenya, he worked with the Ministry of Housing as well as Shelter Afrique in devel-oping cheap and affordable housing units.

This unique and beautiful 3 Bedroom (all en-suite) house, Karen, Nairobi

Property Investment

HOUSING FINANCE TO IN SUBSIDIARIES TO

The company plans to increase investment in its subsidiaries to support its growth. Investments made during the year to support the banking strategy and subsidiaries have slowed down the profit trajectory with the Group announcing a Kshs 1.4 billion pre-tax profit for the year ended 2014, similar to the results announced in 2013. The Group’s Profit after tax dropped to Kshs 975.3 mil-lion from Kshs 995.1 million the previous year.

Commenting on the results, Housing Finance, Managing Director, Mr. Frank Ireri commented that “The Group’s performance during the year was affected by the heavy investment in building human resource to support the banking strategy; investment in the core banking system and

the branch expansion. Our strategic initiatives aimed at supporting the subsidiar-ies are starting to bear fruit and contribution from the subsidiaries to the business is expected to grow signifi-cantly and positively impact on the Group’s profitability in 2015,” said Mr. Ireri.

HF’s construction subsid-iary, Kenya Building Society (KBS) is expected to further boost earnings for the group in the current financial year. KBS has completed Precious gardens phase one; Kahawa Downs will be completed this year; Komarock phase 2 and K Mall will be complet-ed in 2015. KBS is currently negotiating five new Joint Venture projects that will contribute earnings in 2016 – 2017.

Cedar Mall

HF is also financ-ing the construction of Cedar Mall in Nanyuki at a cost of Kshs 820 million. Cedar mall will be the biggest devel-opment of its kind in Laikipia County. Mr. Ireri said KBS projects will be staggered in order for the subsidiary to contribute regular income to the group. “Going forward, Kenya Building society projects in the pipeline will be phased so that income is consistent each fi-nancial year. In quarter one, and subsequent periods, we expect a good contribution from Kenya Building Society,” said Mr. Ireri. Mr Ireri said part of the Kshs 3.5 billion raised during the recent rights issue will be used to fund the growth and expansion plans of the company and of its subsidiaries. “About 80 percent of the money raised will be geared to bolstering the Group’s lend-ing capacity. We are looking at increasing our lending capability by approximately 30 billion shillings,” said Mr. Ireri.

He added: “The funds will also finance opening of six new branches during the year and finance the last phase of the core banking system, which

is expected to be completed later this year.” The expan-sion of Housing Finance’s branch network is expected to provide increased oppor-tunities for mobilizing lower cost deposits to finance growth.

The firm’s banking strategy entails opening branches in areas where the group is financing a major commercial or residential development. The banking strategy is also expected to focus on growing its retail customer base as a source of affordable funds.

The creation of a non-operating holding com-pany, which is still subject

For 50 years, Housing Finance has been “turning dreams into homes” for thousands of Kenyan families and housing developers. Housing Finance has managed to maintain substantial market share and remains the dominant industry leader based on mortgage loans value and number of mortgage customers.

Property Investment

INCREASE INVESTMENT SUPPORT ITS GROWTH

to Central Bank approval, will allow the company the opportunity to invest the company’s capital needed to establish and grow subsidi-aries engaged in providing complementary services and to allow the company to offer integrated property solutions to its customers. The non-operating holding company, which will oversee all subsidiaries, will improve mobilization of funds for the different subsidiaries. Mr. Ireri said the application has already been placed at the central bank and are awaiting approval to launch the holding company. The

company has received a capital gains tax waiver related to the establishment of the holding company.

During the year, HF plans to establish a Property Management Company to offer facilities manage-ment and property advisory services targeting local and international investors. Mr. Ireri said the firm will be raising additional funds through a bond issue in 2015. The firm intends to phase the 20 billion shillings bond issue which was ear-lier approved by the Capital Markets Authority.

Celebrating 50 yearsDuring the period under

review, Group loans and advances to customer was up 44 percent to Kshs 45.2 billion from Kshs 31.2 billion in 2014. HF’s total assets in-creased to kshs 60.9 billion up from kshs 47.3 billion, while customer deposits in-creased to Kshs 36.1 billion from Kshs 26.5 billion.

Total liabilities increased to kshs 54.4 billion from kshs 41.5 billion while net interest income increased to kshs 3 billion from kshs 2.5 billion in 2013. HF’s non-interest income however dropped to kshs 842.6 mil-

lion from kshs 1. 3 billion. The Group’s net non-per-

forming loan stood at Kshs 3.1 billion from Kshs 2.4 billion. Loan loss provision as a result increased to kshs 813.94 million from Kshs 521.72 million in 2013. The loans are however all fully secured. HF has proposed a full and final dividend of Kshs 0.75 per share. This, together with the interim payment of Kshs 0.75 made in the year will result to a full dividend payment of Kshs 1.50 per share. The firm is currently celebrating its 5oth anniversary this year, which will see the firm also undertake a rebranding exercise.

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Morphosis Ltd is one of the leading architects and interior design-ers firms in Kenya.

Established in 2005, Morphosis provides services for all aspects of architectural projects including design, project management, feasi-bility studies and surveys, construc-tion management and supervision. The company is registered by the Board of Architects and Quantity Surveyors of Kenya (BORAQS) and is also a member of the Architectural Association of Kenya (AAK). Since its inception, Morphosis has success-fully undertaken major projects in Kenya, Tanzania and South Sudan. The projects also include interior fit-outs to offices and banks across the region.

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MORPHOSIS PROJECTS

HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY The BOMA Nairobi

Inspired by the ‘eye of the storm’, this contemporary 5- star hotel was designed in 2008. Located 12 Km from the airport, the hotel consists of 150 rooms, a presidential suite, several lounge bars, restaurants and posh gardens.

Seven Islands Resort in Watamu This development is a balance of

traditional craft and modern design to create a product that is contextual to the area. The resort rooms open to the ocean. Local material, labour, build-ing technology adopted & reinforced a sustainability agenda to ensure the thermal comfort and minimal carbon footprint. The resort is complete.

OFFICES The Mihrab Nairobi

Located on the confluence of two major new roads in Nairobi, the mihrab, is projected to be an iconic landmark building within the region. The concept was born out of a ‘mihrab’ (gateway) symbolizing an entry into a new architectural thought. The project is on-going.

HOUSING PROJECTS Kitambo Gardens Karen, Nairobi

Life is meant to be enjoyed and what better way to enjoy it than by providing the best home for your loved ones. The need to have green space, sufficient room space and excellent natural lighting in every room gave birth to the peaceful and serene Kitambo Gardens; a contemporary residential architecture.

Located on Nandi lane off Miotoni Road (off Ngong Road), just a few minutes from Karen shopping centre, it is the best place to make a home due to the peaceful nature of the site with excellent views and no distractions. Kitambo Gardens features 12 lavish

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homes each on 1/2 an acre of land, each with its own services and amenities. Each room is large and spacious, with abundant natural lighting and spectacular views. The construction is ongoing.

Kakuzi Meadows-Thika

Set in the lush Thika environment, this housing project inclines itself towards a bias in communal design. The planning of the streets takes precedence over the house units through multi functionality of walkways, vehicular paths and gardens. The

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housing units abide by this principle, by their positioning and material embellish-ment. Laws of public & private spaces are redefined through clever manipulation of the street charac-ter. The construction is ongoing.

Eden Forest Housing-Ngong

To find a site that challenges every notion of planning and dictates that it takes precedence is very challenging. In response to the site, the development which commenced

in January 2014 was planned on the edges of the plot to have in-troverted upward and downhill views with gardens flanked. In the spirit of shared design, each unit has a stake to the lush common garden full of endangered species of flora.

Aeromatic Villas_Runda Set in the leafy suburbs of Runda, this project explores the use

of natural stone in a way that redefines the search for a contem-porary African language. The four villas experiment elements

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of tactility and nature. Exploration of natural materials such as stone are put to test in order to come up with a contem-porary style that still resonates with the genus loci of the site. The con-struction is underway.

SCHOOLS RAF International University

RIU is an upcom-ing Muslim University located in Isinya, Kajiado that aims to provide world class education. The form of architecture used is ‘Maaslam’ which is coined from a fusion of Swahili/Islamic Architec-ture & Maasai culture which are the 2 main forces influencing the built form. The construc-tion is ongoing.

INTERIOR DESIGN PROJECTSProposed KQ Terminal 4 Lounges_Nairobi

This project came through as an exciting competition. We looked into our heritage and culture as Africa and as Ken-yans, as we wanted the design to be as authentic as we par-ticipate in the search of our identity.

Chase Iman HQ_Delta Towers Nairobi

Morphosis has done a number of projects with Chase bank. The Chase Iman HQ, was an opportunity to step out of the usual, enabling us to brand the spaces true to the product’s identity by incorporating core Islamic design prin-ciples.

PWC Offices Delta Towers_Nairobi These premier offices were an exciting challenge posed by the

reputable firm PWC. Inspired by their logo colours we set upon defining their space with articulate planning. The offices were opened by His Excellency President Uhuru Kenyatta

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Genghis Capital Delta Towers_Nairobi Located on the 4th floor of the Delta Tower in

Westlands, Genghis Capital was designed with ‘light & airy’ vision at the heart of the creation process. Light & elements through the space come together to create a borderline surreal experience while still remaining true to the vision, resulting in a fresh & contemporary work environment. The project is complete.

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Align Architects Company is an architectural and interior

design consultancy firm that has proved itself a reliable player in the market. Guided by the theme “What can be conceived, can be created” the company’s philosophy is to render competent and sound professional services to all clients and on all types of projects: to fully apply the experience gained over the years to the total for the advantage of the individual, corporate client and the society in general: to strive for the betterment of the profession and improvement

of the human environment, shelter and economic advance-ment of the community. Align Architects endeavor to develop lasting and influential relations with its clients and other players in both the design and construction process. The company is guided in its operations by a culture of best practice and a high degree of integrity and transparency.

Located along Joseph Kangethe Road, off Ngong Road in the Woodley area of Nairobi, Kenya, Align Architects is registered under the laws of the Republic of Kenya as a fully fledged professional firm to provide architectural, interior design and landscape architecture consultancy work.

The firm has six principle actors who are all registered architects with the Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors of Kenya [BORAQS] and are also mem-bers of the Architectural Association of Kenya [AAK]. Be-tween them, the principals have a combined experience of more than 45 years. Besides the principals, Align Architects has a staff comprising of architects, architectural assistants and non-technical support staff. The company’s staffing fluctuates depending on the workload and specific types of projects underway. However, the core team usually consists of three architects, one landscape architect, two technicians,

ALIGN ARCHITECTS: FOUNDED ON STABLE CONCEPTS

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“What can be conceived,

can be created” the company’s philosophy is to render competent and sound professional services to all clients and on all types of projects

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one secretary and a messenger. Founded in the year 2007, Align Architects was established to fulfill the founder’s desire to provide innovative solutions in architec-tural and interior design projects.

The firm represents a combined experience of tens of years in the architec-ture and consultancy business. “We are motivated by the wide experience we hold in the field to challenge ourselves in deliv-ering unsurpassed quality services in the architectural and design consultancy” says the company’s proprietor architect Samuel Kigondu at a press interview with East Afri-can Infrastructure and Engineering Review magazine in his office.

Align provides the following range of professional services in the domain of Architectural Design, Interior Designs, Landscape Designs and Project Manage-ment:

• Feasibility studies and develop-ment/master planning

• Project research & Surveys of exist-ing buildings

• Outline designs, Scheme Designs, Detailed Designs

• Contract administration and project control

• Detailed space designs and inte-rior designs & Materials Specifica-tions

• Supervision of construction works on site

ProjectsSince its inception, Align Architects

has worked on many large projects over the years. Some of the company’s recently completed projects are Kenya school of law tuition block, NPC Valley Road, JKUAT Main Campus Gate and Four Hundred Court Apartments. The company’s ongo-ing projects include apartments in Thindi-gua in Kiambu, Town Houses in Kitengela and Convent in Athi River.

Besides the local projects, the company previously worked on projects in Kampala, Uganda and has also participated in in-ternational bids. Arch. Kigondu stated that plans are underway to help the company expand regionally and internationally. The company’s commitment to improvement of the human environment has withstood the test of time. “We have also built a large customer base of regular and referral customers who are satisfied by our profes-sionalism. Align Architects is founded on stable concepts that guarantee our clients

above reproach services today and in the future” he said.

Creative SolutionsAccording to Arch. Kigondu, Align

Architects is trying to incorporate new housing techniques intended to up-grade the quality of services rendered to the market. One of these innovative methods includes the turnkey approach to projects which incorporates design, construction, financing, and manage-ment of a project. This means that professionals work in collaboration to deliver the project. “We keep abreast with emerging trends and approaches in architecture and the building industry in general. This enables us to ensure that our clients get the best value for their money and time by developing meaning-ful and practical and creative solutions” says Arch. Kigondu. “We also strive to produce outstanding architecture in the knowledge that such designs will stand for years as a witness to our efforts and the clients’ investments” he added.

He however cited lack of information, supply of substandard products, means of financing projects and the process

of public procurement of consultancy services both lo-cally and internationally as some of the major challeng-es affecting the industry.

Kigondu noted that the government has a key role to play in improving the industry’s performance. And according to Kigondu, this can be done by removing obstacles and unnecessary hurdles when establishing a business as well as the impossible bureaucracy in procurement. He said that the government should also harness the untapped skills in the market through offering a level playing ground for all the stakehold-ers in the field. He urged the government to embrace and encourage emerging approaches and technolo-gies in the field in order to allow the local professionals to compete successfully with international experts.

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World Water Day

WORLD WATER DAY CELEBRATED AS UN CALLS FOR GLOBAL UNITY IN PURSUIT OF BETTER WATER ACCESS FOR ALL

This year, the theme for World Water Day was ‘Water and Sustainable Develop-ment’. This is about how water links to all areas we need to consider creating the

future we want. Water is at the core of sustainable development. Water resources, and the range of services they provide, underpin poverty reduction, economic growth and environmental sustainabil-ity. From food and energy security to human and environmental health, water contributes to improve-ments in social well-being and inclusive growth, affecting the livelihoods of billions.

In his speech during the 2015 World Water Day Celebrations, United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said that the international community must unite to address the many water-related chal-

World Water Day is marked annually on 22 March. It’s a

day to celebrate water. It’s a day to make a difference for

the members of the global population who suffer from water related issues. It’s a day to prepare for how we

manage water in the future.

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lenges facing humanity. He observed that access to safe drinking water and sanitation was among the most urgent issues affect-ing population across the globe. “To address the many challenges related to water, we must work in a spirit of urgent cooperation, open to new ideas and innovation, and prepared to share the solutions that we all need for a sustainable future,” Mr. Ban stated.

According to The UN’s 2015 World Water Develop-ment report, released by the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) released dur-ing the World Water Day celebrations, the planet will face a 40 per cent shortfall in water supply in 2030 unless the international community “dramatically” improves water supply man-agement. Demand for water is slated to skyrocket 55 per cent by 2050 while 20 per cent of global groundwater is already overexploited

Water is at the core of sustainable development. Water resources, and the range of services they provide, underpin poverty reduction, economic growth and environmental sustain-ability. From food and en-ergy security to human and environmental health, water contributes to improvements in social well-being and

inclusive growth, affecting the livelihoods of billions.

Water is EnergyWater and energy are

natural partners. Water is required to generate energy. Energy is required to deliver water. Today over 80% of power generation is by thermal electricity. Water is heated to create steam to drive electrical genera-tors. Billions of gallons of water are also needed for cooling. This requires limiting construction and use of the least efficient coal-fired power plants. Worldwide hydropower accounts for 16% of global electricity production-an expected 3700 major dams may more than double the total electricity capacity of hydropower within the next two decades.

New energy production should use widely adopt-ing dry-cooling or highly efficient closed-loop cooling technologies. Using alterna-tive water sources, such as sea or wastewater, offers a great potential for reducing the pressures on freshwater resources. Renewable en-ergy comes from resources which are naturally replen-ished such as sunlight, wind, rain, tides, waves and geothermal heat. These do not require large quantities of fresh water.

Water is at the core of sustainable development. Water

resources, and the range of services they provide, underpin

poverty reduction, economic growth and environmental

sustainability

From the 16th to 20th March 2015 Rwanda celebrated the 2015 water

week with the theme: “Water and Sustainable Development.” The celebra-tion of the water week was an opportunity to raise awareness on managing sustainably water resources using the Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) approach, manag-ing effectively water infra-structures and using water efficiently.

The celebration of the water week includes activi-ties related to the protection of water resources, inaugu-ration of domestic water supply systems projects and exhibition on best practices and innovations in water resources management and water development; and dis-cussions through workshops on water and sustainable development.

Other water supply system of Yungwe-Bikore of 102 km was inaugurated by Honorable Minister of State in charge of Energy and Water, Honorable Germaine Kamayirese on 18th March, 2015 and 24000 house-holds in Cyanzarwe, Busasa-mana and Rubavu sectors have access to clean water. The water supply project was completed in collabora-tion between WASAC LTD, Rubavu District , Govern-ment of Netherlands and UNICEF through WASH project.

The overall objective of water supply in Rwanda is to ensure safe, reliable and affordable water supply services for all 100% by 2017. This will be achieved while strengthening the financial viability of the util-ity and ensure sustainable functionality of water supply infrastructure by develop-ing effective management

RWANDA CELEBRATES WORLD WATER DAY IN STYLE

The overall objective of water supply in Rwanda is to ensure safe, reliable and affordable water supply services for all

100% by 2017

The high profile day of the water week is the World Water Day, celebrated on the 20th March 2015 in Rulindo District where Yanze watershed project was launched by planting bamboo on the river bank and two Water supply systems were inaugurated Nyirambuga and Musenge respectively supported by African Development Bank and Water for People event honored by two Permanent Secretaries (MININFRA and MINIRENA).

structures and well- regu-lated public private partner-ship (PPP) arrangements. Different testimonies from beneficiaries witnessed and were dignified by the firm commitment of the Government of Rwanda to provide basic infrastructure especially water access to all to improve their living conditions. Water week was closed on 28th March by community work that was organized in Rusizi District where Cyunyu River will be protected.

AFRICA ONLINE TO LAUNCH VSAT SERVICES IN TANZANIA

Pan-African service provider, Gondwana Inter-national Networks (GIN), parent company to Africa Online, has announced that it will be expanding its VSAT services in Tanzania as well as launching a managed infrastructure and services solution called iManage. Af-rica Online was acquired by GIN in December 2013 and remains one of the leading African ISPs.

Winston Smith, Gen-eral Manager, Terrestrial Services for GIN and Africa Online, says that the Group sees tremendous potential in the East African territo-ries and together with its subsidiaries in Kenya and Uganda, which views Tan-zania being as a key growth sector: “We have a licensed terrestrial wireless and VSAT networks in Dar es Salaam and have significant plans to grow and expand it.” The Tanzania business will lever-age on Group capabilities and synergies in Technology, Networks and Skills to drive its Tanzanian expansion plan.

“Africa Online is very ex-cited about the VSAT expan-sion in Tanzanian in both

the consumer and enter-prise markets. VSAT offers easy to deploy connectivity solutions, which compete very favourably with other terrestrial offerings like DSL and fibre. The extensive reach and coverage of mul-tiple satellites operated by GIN provides connectivity in both metropolitan and rural markets across the extent of Tanzania. The Company has rolled out a ‘free equipment’ promotion to aid customer’s service uptake by bringing the service within the reach of many users.

Smith says GIN has also successfully launched its iManage hosted solu-tion in six other African countries and will be rolling this service out in Tanzania:

“There is significant demand for level three managed services support as cloud simply cannot deliver on its own.”

Africa Online is well placed to offer these addi-tional services. With almost two decades of experience in this market and a solid reputation as one of Africa’s top ISPs, Smith says he is excited about growing this well-established business and introducing more services.

With the iManage suite of value-added services, Africa Online has packaged an excellent combination of software and infrastructure

as a service, which com-plements its connectivity solutions as well as serv-ing customers on other ac-cess networks. This means that customers don’t procure hardware, and as a result have no upfront cost. This gives customers the best of the cloud with essential managed ser-vices on the ground,” says Kenneth Munyi, Managing Director, Africa Online.

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NAKURU COUNTY NOW CONNECTED TO FREE AND FAST HIGH CAPACITY WiFi

Internet access has been widely tipped to be the key differentiator in Kenya’s economic performance, creating at least 1,000 jobs a month in the business process outsourcing sector since 2013, according to the ICT Authority of Kenya. Recent efforts, driven by public-private partnerships, are ex-

Liquid Telecom Kenya, Africa’s leading data, voice and IP provider, has partnered with the Nakuru

County Government to launch high capacity free WiFi in Nakuru. This will see the residents

of Nakuru County enjoy a free, fast and reliable public street WiFi connection, enabling rapid access to information vital for economic and

educational advancement.

pected to raise the country’s Internet access further, from the current 52.3 per cent, as reported by the Communi-cations Authority of Kenya.

The public-private partnership between the Nakuru County Government and Liquid Telecom Kenya has seen the design and launch of a high capacity WiFi network that covers a 10-kilometre radius from the central business district (CBD) with a capacity of 1 Gigabyte per second (Gbps). Currently, this network is connected to a 200 Mega-bytes per second (Mbps) pool that is upgradable to 1Gbps based on demand, which Liquid Telecom will be monitoring and upgrading as the need arises. Of para-mount consideration in the design of the WiFi network was ensuring adequate capacity and seamless con-nectivity through the use of equipment that will deliver on user experience.

“Liquid Telecom has put in place outdoor WiFi nodes, which are designed to carry huge capacities with the ability to withstand harsh climatic conditions to guarantee maximum and uninterrupted speeds while surfing. With the built-in meshing technology incorporated in the network systems, users in Nakuru will not experience service interruptions when moving from one point to another within the areas covered in the town,” said Ben Roberts, Liquid Telecom Kenya CEO.

The network designed by Liquid Telecom Kenya is built around the strategic points accessed by the highest proportions of the town’s population. With 51 nodes installed, the network will serve users in the streets and open public areas such as stadia and

parks. The first phase of the free Wifi project cov-ers the county’s Kenyatta Street, Marikiti Market, the main bus terminus at the CBD, Afraha Stadium, the county headquarters and the Westside Mall, with the second phase expected to cover more streets using street poles and other public infrastructure.

Academic institutions in Nakuru will also enjoy free WiFi access, among them JKUAT Nakuru Campus and Mount Kenya University. This is expected to increase the use of e-learning, which increases information reten-tion among students by up to 60 per cent, according to the Research Institute of America.

“With the uptake of e-learning by various col-leges and universities in Kenya and the wealth of knowledge available online, Internet access in academic institutions has fast become a defining factor in the quality of education that students receive,” said Ben Roberts. Also expected to be connected to the free Wifi are Naivasha and Gilgil towns, as well as Egerton University in Njoro, which will be connected later in 2015.

Invested $400,000The free WiFi connec-

tion will give users with WiFi enabled devices open access to the Internet with the exception of unlawful activities such as streaming or downloading of offensive content or content that violates copyrights. So far, Liquid Telecom Kenya has invested $400,000 in the project, with more set to be invested during network optimization exercises across 2015. The success of the Nakuru WiFi project is key to Liquid Telecom’s strategy of developing vi-able business models for the sustainable offering of free WiFi in Africa.

“Free WiFi is a facility that is gaining traction glob-ally. We believe it is right Af-rica should be at this same frontier of technology and business model,” said Ben Roberts. “This is also vital in achieving Liquid Telecom’s vision of Internet access for all of Africa, which we see as a core driver of economic takeoff and success for the continent.” The project, a first of its kind in Kenya, will see Nakuru join Kigali in Rwanda and Tshwane in South Africa as one of the

first major urban centres in Africa to enjoy access to free public WiFi.

Connect More CountiesIn another development,

Kilifi County is also set to join the party of Counties in Kenya currently enjoy-ing data connectivity from Liquid Telecom in the firm’s project that seeks to con-nect businesses and county governments to fast internet through its fibre optic con-nectivity. Liquid Telecom has set aside $400,000 (KSh 36.4 million) as investment for Kilifi internet infrastruc-ture, in the hope to open up Kilifi County to intercon-nectivity for businesses and the county government premises as well as create more jobs for unemployed Kenyans. Once the project is completed, the county will have the opportunity of enjoying the fast speeds internet connection and get fast access to government services now being offered online. The move is part of firm’s plan to invest $50 mil-lion dollars in partnerships with counties in the next 20 months to roll out data con-nectivity projects that will see more counties benefit.

Last year, Liquid Telkom installed a $2 million (Ksh175 million) fiber optic network in Siaya County, the first of its kind in rural Kenya, to open the areas un-derserved in terms of inter-net access. In Kenya Internet connectivity contributes to 2.9 per cent of Kenya’s GDP. The improvement of Internet infrastructure across the country is poised to trigger an increase in business ac-tivity while being a magnet for investors who counts on requisite infrastructure like internet to set up shop.

“With the uptake of e-learning by various colleges and universities in Kenya and the wealth of knowledge available online, Internet access in academic institutions has fast become a defining factor in the quality of education that students receive,”

UGANDA ELECTRICITY GENERATING COMPANY LTD TO INCREASE

HYDROPOWER INSTALLED CAPACITY BY 50% IN THE NEXT THREE YEARS

Energy and particularly electricity is es-sential for social-economic development of any country. Uganda Electricity Generating Company Ltd (UEGCL) is a limited liability company in corporate in March 2001 and is wholly owned by the Government of the Republic of Uganda. The company’s key role is to carry on the business of electric power generation and sale within Uganda or for ex-port to neighbouring countries; build, operate and maintain Electricity Generation Plants; monitor the operation and maintenance of its Concessioned Assets – Nalubaale and Kiira Power Stations; provide Technical Support as and when required by the Government of the Republic of Uganda through the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development; organize, support, encourage and maintain training fa-cilities in technical and related fields. Ugan-da’s development blue print Vision 2040 identifies electricity generation as one of the key strategic interventions for social-economic transformation of the country. As a state cor-poration whose objective is to generate power that will be able to meet the ever-growing needs of the domestic market and a surplus that will be exported to neighboring countries, UEGCL has a central role to play in attaining this vision.

The NDP 2010 – 2015 sets a projected target of increasing electricity consumption per capita from 75 kWh/Capita (2010) to 1,273 kWh/Capita (2020) and this requires an additional 8,200 MW in installed capacity. The current national installed capacity is 850 MW. In order to participate fully in realization of the country’s Vision, UEGCL has developed a 3 year strategic plan in the energy sector.

It is therefore with great pleasure that the company present its Strategic Direction for the period 2015 – 2017 as part of the process to articulate the planned contribution of UEG-CL to the Government’s development agenda. The UEGCL Three Year Strategic Direction is an implementation vehicle to unlock the most binding constraint (electricity) to economic

growth and development of Uganda.The preparation of the Strategic Direction took into

consideration the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats that UEGCL is faced with. Key among the strengths identified are the technical competences, while a number of challenges were identified including poor financial health, low operational efficiency, ageing and obsolete assets espe-cially at the Nalubaale hydro-electric power plant, declin-ing generation market share, over-reliance on hydropower resource, and water discharge permit restrictions.

Energy

limited investment and fi-nancing options. In line with the above situation analysis, UEGCL has mapped out a multifaceted strategy to capitalize on the existing strengths and weaknesses, while at the same time mitigating the weakness and threats.

flagship projects that will enhance our financial health and enable us support na-tional goals” says Harrison.

The UEGCL “New Vi-sion” and Strategic Direction have been aligned to the four perspectives of the Bal-anced Scorecard, namely: Financial, Customer, Inter-

nal Business Process, and Learning and Growth. These four management processes contribute to linking long-term strategic objectives with short-term actions. For each of these perspec-tives, a number of strate-gic objectives have been developed, together with key performance targets. The objectives, measures, and targets have been cascaded through a performance as-sesment system to Business Units and individual levels to ensure that everyone has a clear focus to perform towards achievement of the corporate goals.

In terms of monitoring and evaluation mechanisms, UEGCL has adapted a quarterly and annual PDCA approach (Plan Do Check Act) under the overall super-vision of the G4g Steering Committee. The company is committed to implement-ing the strategic plan and attains the key targets in the next three years.

The strategic objectives aim to:

• Increase hydropow-er installed capacity by 50% from 380 MW to 563 MW in three years;

• Grow revenues by an average of 45% per year;

• Improve the finan-cial health from loss of 11 billion to a profit of 2 billion in three years;

• Optimize operations to generate more electricity during peak load hours;

• Improve investment and operational efficiency with the aim of achieving the lowest unit cost of generation in the region to support

government initia-tives of keeping tar-iff affordable and competitive;

• Implement a condition-based maintenance strategy that uses new technologies to monitor equipment and performance;

• Realize UEGCL’s accreditation to ISO Standards for QMS, Asset Management, Safety & Environ-ment;

• Establish a Training Centre and Profes-sional Services Unit for sustainable energy systems;

• Build local capac-ity for operation and maintenance of Karuma, Isimba, Muzizi, and Nyagak III Hydropower plants and support government initia-tives of providing employment to the youth.

• Invest about USD 5million annu-ally in refurbishing Naluubale and Kiira generating facilities

Harrison is confident that UEGCL’s New Vision and Strategic Direction provide the requisite mo-mentum and inspiration for turning around the Com-pany and refocusing it to fulfill its expanded mandate and contribute to social-economic transformation of Ugandans.

He thank all UEGCL Staff, the Board of UEGCL, and other key stakeholders who are making a contribu-tion towards realization of the company’s change Vision and Strategic goals for 2015 - 2017.

Energy

According to the firm’s Chief Executive Officer, Dr.Eng Harrison E.Mutikanga, some of the opportunities identified, were the Political Will, existence of potential hydro power sites, while threats identified mainly related to unpredictable hydrological conditions, adverse effects of climate change and

“As a precursor, UE-GCL’s mandate has already expanded from Concession monitoring to implement-ing Governments flagship projects of Karuma, Isimba, and Ayago Hydropower projects. UEGCL is grateful to Government for raising the much needed funding for these infrastructural

Community Service

HOW ROAD DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FEMALE EMPLOYEES MARKED THIS YEARS INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAYInternational Women’s Day is celebrated globally on 8th March every year. This is the time to uphold women’s achievements, recognize challenges, and focus greater attention on women’s rights and gender equality to mobilize all people to do their part. In Lusaka Zambia, Road Development Agency (RDA) women employees joined the world in marking this day in a unique way. RDA female employees led by Director Human Capital & Administration Mr. Andrew Chisala in blue work suits arrived early in the morning at Chipata clinic just before 09:00 hours on 8th March (International Womens Day) and immediately set down to work as part of its ac-tivities to commemorate the Day. The male dominated construction work was the paving of a 320 square me-ter driveway and car park at Lusaka’s Chipata District Hospital The project which is being implemented at cost of over K50, 000 also employed 11 members of the local com-munity. The Scope of works involves: earthworks, laying of Pavers and Curbstones on a 320 Square meters area inside Chipata Clinic yard. The project is part of the Pave Zambia 2000 Road Project which seeks to construct and rehabilitate approximately 2000 kil-ometers of township roads across the country. The RDA female employees decided

to embark on this project because of the deterioration of the access road and car park at Chipata Hospital.Speaking on behalf of RDA Director & Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Andrew Chisala said the improvement of the car park would provide easy access for vehicles and am-bulances to the clinic as well as improvement to the gen-eral outlook and cleanliness of the hospital. The Chipata hospital services a popula-tion of about 153 thousand people living in the following townships: Mandevu, Kaba-nana, Garden, Zanimuone and Chipata compounds. Before its upgrade, Chipata Hospital used to be a clinic. The improvement of the car park at the hospital will therefore ease accessibility for people accessing health services from this health facility.ChiSala saluted and recog-

nized the hard work that the female employees of the RDA had put in to realise the objectives of the Agency of delivering a better Road Network to Zambia. “As you join millions of women world over to observe this year’s International women’s day which is being held under the theme : ‘Gender is my Agenda’, I can only wish you God’s blessings and urge you to even work harder this year as we together strive to improve our Road network”. He said.And Deputy Minister of Community Development Mother and Child Health Honorable Obvious Chisala said that he was delighted with RDA’s gesture to pave the drive way. Honorable Chisala who was on an inspection of the clinic said he was pleasantly surprised to find RDA women paving

the clinic. He appealed to the Agency to extend such works to other parts of the Country.And Permanent Secretary in the same Ministry Profes-sor Elwin Chomba who had accompanied the Deputy Minister said the gesture by RDA was a wonderful collaborative gesture of Government departments.Dr. Evans Chinkoya from Chipata hospital thanked RDA for paving the driveway. He said the development would ease the movement of patient’s particularly expectant moth-ers as they are brought to the clinic. He said the paved driveway would also help to keep the surroundings clean as well as prevent dust from entering the hospital as was the case before.

RDA Women employees at work

Road Construction

NAROK COUNTY GOVERNMENT TO UPGRADE 5000 KM OF ROADS BY 2017

Narok is one of the vast counties in Kenya. Most of her landscape is predominantly hilly with spontaneous plateaus and the Great Rift Valley ridges in the Eastern Part of Narok East constitu-ency. Although a greater proportion of her land mass is considered arable, the county have affair percentage of which is arid such as Masiro, Suswa and Mara in both Narok West and East constitu-ency.

The Maasai Mara National Park, an important tourist destination, is located in Narok County. It is home to the Great Wildebeest Migration which is one of the “Seven New Wonders of the World”. Narok County constitutes 6 sub-counties namely: Kilgoris, Narok North, Narok South, Narok East, Narok West and Emurua Dikirr. Narok town is the capital Head Quarters of the Narok County and stands as the major centre of commerce in the

When the Narok County Government came into place, only 4.6% of roads were paved. For two years now, the county government has been working to ensure the access roads are paved and double it to 9.2% by 2017 so that the residents for Narok County can access the hinterlands and transport their produce as well as foster agribusiness.

Narok governor, Hon. Tunui

Road Construction

county.The county is endowed

with rich agricultural, live-stock and tourism resources’ base and is also believed to have unexploited natural resources base which the county government is very keen to explore and exploit for the greater good of its people. This was informed by the fact that since independence, only 190km of road network in the county has been in bitumen (majorly the main trunk line from Mai Mahiu to Bomet) while hardly 25% of the 5000km of rural transport network has been passable during rainy season.

In this regard, the county government set aside Ksh1.2 billion in the 2013/14 financial year in support of road network expansion and upgrad-ing. Between 2014 and 2015 alone, over 800km of roads was graveled while a similar quantity is underway expected to be completed before of the year. It’s worth pointing out that for the last 50 years, no additional bituminous road has been added to the Narok road network and instead, some like Maji Moto-Sekenani (the main linkage to the Mara) were lost through wear and tear without requisite maintenance.

Some areas such as Pim-biniet, Seara-Leaon, Sogoo, Loita, Olosineti, Mosiro-Irrigation, Kojonga, Emarti-Kabolecho among others have had no road at all and used to take two days to reach to the market as a woman in Sogoo would at-test. Thanks to the graveled road, even taxis are now plying route and people are going to the market and back within hours. Further, the county government in collaboration with the

National Government has embarked on increasing this threshold. Under this part-nership the Narok-Nakuru; Ololunga-Olmekenyu and Wuaso Nyiro-Sekenani gate roads are all earmarked for commissioning before the end of 2015.

According to Hon. Sam-uel Tunai, County Governor, for the last two years since the coming of into place of the devolved system of government, the County Government of Narok have designed a practical, realis-tic and working administra-tive structure, which has now effectively began laying out lasting development changes across all sectors, from infrastructure, to edu-cation, storm water man-agement and agribusiness all the way to investment planning. “We are keen to do things that had not been done before. Our determina-tion is to keep on improving the status of facilities in the county, especially health facilities, step by step” says the governor. He noted that the county’s road network

is now improving. “Cumu-latively, we have paved and graded different roads across the county to make the entire county accessible” the Governor added.

200KM New LinkagesUnder its own initiative,

the county government has already earmarked on lay-ing bitumen on the junction of Nairagie-Enkare road due for completion before the close of this year. By the year 2017, 100% of the 5000km un-graveled roads will have been graveled besides adding not less than 2000km new linkages into the road network and 500km bitumen. This is in addition to other associ-ated works such as culverts, bridges and storm water management infrastructure. This will enable the county expand its potential by attracting more tourists an-nually and increase revenue collection that will improve livelihoods of many in the county.

The county also recently embarked on the efforts to resolve the perennial storm

water drainage in Narok town which has bedeviled the town for over fifty years in addition to re-carpeting the entire road network within the urban area. The procurement process is at an advanced stage and the works will be commissioned any time soon. On laying the firm foundation of infra-structure network as a basis for the county industrial and socio-economic take-off, the county government will embark on a holistic ap-proach to a “Balanced ter-ritorial development” of all the sub-counties following the infrastructure contours which will already have been laid. These programs will spur economic growth in respect to industrialization, enhanced access to market for local goods and services, effective communication arising from enhanced mobility and creation of a competitive and attrac-tive investor environment; thereby creating employ-ment for both rural and urban population.

Strategic Plan launch

ENGINEERING KENYA AT 50 YEARS AND BEYONDENGINEERS BOARD OF KENYA

ANNOUNCES FIVE YEAR GROWTH PLAN

Engineers at work. EBK will continue to work with all stakeholders to

Kenya’s development blue print Vision 2030 identifies among others, infrastructure and energy as a key founda-tions and enablers towards attaining middle income status. These require the service of a well-trained and skilled engineering sector. The establishment of Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) resulted from a stronger regulatory framework that will ensure that the training of the engineers and the conduct of the practice is in line with best practices and that engineers are more responsible and accountable in their profession services.

Engineers Board of Kenya in March launched its 2014-2019 Strategic Plan that is set to transform engineering practice in Kenya. The development of this strategic plan is

intended to guide the Board’s decisions and prioritize resource allocation in order to ensure achievement of set targets in service. “A robust infrastructure develop-ment requires adequate numbers of qualified, skilled and competent technical professionals” says Eng. Michael Kamau, Cabinet Secretary, Transport and In-frastructure. This strategic plan has been developed in order to operationalize the functions of EBK following enactment of the Engineers Act, 2011. The broad man-date of the board is to regulate engineering practice in Kenya.

The Vision for EBK is “a safe, efficient and effec-tive engineering infrastructure, systems and processes

for Kenya”. To guide the implementation of the strategic plan 2014-2019, the board will focus on the following five key result areas: Register all engineers and engineering consulting firms, regulate engineer-ing professional services, develop and implement engineering standards, develop the general practice of engineering and develop and sustain EBK. Eng. John K Mosonik, PS, Infrastruc-ture says, “the challenge today is to deliver infrastruc-ture projects to the specified standards and within time and budget. This calls for commitment and for profes-sionals to uphold ethics in practice besides continually upgrading their skills”.

EBK has the overall mandate of developing and regulating engineer-ing practice in Kenya. The board is mandated with the responsibility of regulating standards in the engineer-ing profession and build-ing capacity for individual engineers and engineering

firms. The board maintains the registers for all engi-neers and engineering firms and regulates their conduct for improved performance of the engineering profes-sion. Eng. D.M Wanjau, Chairman EBK says that the board will continue to work with all stakeholders to ensure that the quality and numbers of engineers are adequate to meet the demands and expectations of Kenyan society.

REGISTRATION OF ENGINEERS

Under the Engineers act 2011, engineers are regis-

tered under the following categories;

Graduate EngineerThis applies to Kenyan

citizen who have graduated an engineering program recognized by the board.

Professional EngineerThe requirement for one

to be admitted as profes-sional engineer include;

• Passing of profes-sional examination conducted by the board.

• Obtaining practi-cal experience as a

graduate engineer. • Corporate member-

ship of the Institu-tion of Engineers of Kenya

Consulting EngineerThe requirements for

one to be admitted as a consulting engineer include;

• Practice in a special-ized engineering field as a profes-sional engineer

• Achievements of competent in their specialized field of engineering

Professional and consult-ing engineers are licensed and gazeted annually as prerequisite to offering professional engineering services.

ACCREDITATION CRITERIA FOR ENGINEERING DEGREE PROGRAMS

Accreditation of a pro-fessional program involves assessment to ascertain that it meets certain require-ments for admissibility as

EBK has the overall mandate of developing

and regulating engineering practice in Kenya

professional program. The global best practice involves a legally recognized profes-sional regulator understand-ing the exercise for quality assurance. EBK assesses the capacity of any university to run an engineering program based on;

Program Design This assesses whether

the program is intellectu-ally credible, coherent, and meets national needs, needs of students and other stakeholders.

Curriculum DesignThe criterial for curricu-

lum content assures a foun-dation in mathematics and a basic sciences, a board preparation in engineering sciences and engineering design and an exposure to no-technical subject that compliment the technical aspects of the curriculum.

Faculty Staff Establishment

It assures that there is sufficient number of full-time faculty members to ensure adequate level of students-lecturer interaction, students counseling and faculty participation in the develop-ment, control and adminis-tration of the curriculum.

Training Facilities and infrastructure

This criteria ensures that the faculty has suitable and adequate learning venues, libraries, laboratories, work-shops, its infrastructure and all facilities necessary to adequately train competent engineering graduates.

Duration of trainingThe Board recommends

bachelor of engineering pro-grams training period of five years in Kenya’s education

system to adequately cover the engineering curriculum. They should run for five academic years (10 semes-ters) between the academic years, offering workshop practice and quid industrial attachments.

Admission Requirements

A KCSE candidate may enroll in an engineering degree program should have obtain a minimum ag-gregate grade of C+, obtain at least a C+ in English/Kiswahili and a minimum C+ in each of the following subjects, Mathematics, Phys-ics and Chemistry.

THE MAKING OF AN ENGINEER

Moi University School of Engineering has a total of 13 engineering courses which have been approved and credited by EBK.

The programs.Moi University currently

offers 6 undergraduate en-gineering degree programs. “The emphasis on this programs is to meet the de-mands of industry” says Dr. Sitati Simiyu Dean School of Engineering. Moi is among the first in the country to introduce supervised and examinable industrial at-tachment program. For qual-ity and growth, engineering schools are also expected to cooperate with other en-gineering Schools/Faculties locally and internationally in terms of use of facilities, external examination and part time teaching support.

Moi University School has several well equipped laboratories, modern fully equipped water resources engineering laboratory,

thermos fluid solid mechan-ics and material science laboratories, and modern computing laboratories which are often utilized by students from other engi-neering schools.

Shortage of Teaching Staff

Prof. Sitati sites shortag-es of teaching staff as a key challenge the development and expansion of engineer-ing academic programs. This, he says, could be the reason why several institu-tions are currently facing issues of their graduates failing to meet the criteria for registration and eventu-ally licensing by EBK. Eng. Nicholas Musuni, The Reg-istrar, EBK concurs with Pro. Sitati’s sentiments that uni-versities need to invest more in post graduate courses to build their teaching ca-pacities besides investing in infrastructure developments in terms of classrooms and laboratories.

THE GRADUATE ENGINEERING INTERNSHIP PROGRAMS (GEIP)

EBK is in the process of establishing a structured graduate engineers’ intern-ship program to enhance employment rate for graduate engineers, thereby removing the current barrier to obtaining practical experi-ence. It is expected that on completion of the GEIP, the interns will have had hands-on exposure and training in the following five key areas;

• Application of theory to the work place

• Practical experience to be gained

• Management of engineering, project management, pro-ject control and risk assessment.

• Communication skills, both written and oral.

• Social impact of engineering

• Safety, health and the environment.

Key Objectives of GEIP are;

• Assist graduate en-gineers to be prepared for registration as professional engineers.

• Assist graduate engineers to keep abreast of changing procedures and standards, and simulate and apply advances in technol-ogy.

• Assist gradu-ate engineers to develop non-technical competen-cies and skills: considering that engineers are involved in both multi-disciplinary teams (of engineers, finance managers, insurance, law-yers, operators, technicians, managers). In addition, engineers often work closely with customers, suppliers and others further empha-sizing the importance of interpersonal skills.

• Assist graduate engineers to under-stand health and safety at work.

• Enhance interna-tional recognition of Kenya’s’ registered engineers to prac-tice outside Kenya.

Transforming Lives

Luku, Bugala Island, Minister for Works and Transport Eng. John Byabagambi officially commissions the MV Ssese ferry at Luku on Bugala.

TRANSFORMING BUGALA ISLAND’S INFRASTRUCTURE

Bugala Island is the larg-est of 84 islands that make up the Ssese archipelago in Lake Victoria, covering 275 sq km. While fishing (along the shores of Lake Victoria) and agriculture (oil palm growing, timber) dominate the island economy, its loca-tion and climate have made it a magnet for holidaymak-ers – and, with improved infrastructure, tourism is expected to become a more vital part of its economy. As an isolated and poor rural location, much of the exist-ing infrastructure on the is-land’s principal settlements was either in a dilapidated state, had limited capacity or was non-existent.

The Government of Uganda (GOU) and Kalangala Infrastructure Services Ltd (KIS) entered into an agreement (Project Implementation Agreement) in January 2009 in which KIS undertook to develop the Kalangala Infrastructure Project. The project com-ponents include upgrad-ing the Main Island Road, Power Generation, Water Supply and providing ferry transport services between Bukakata and Luuku.

The Project Implementa-tion Agreement required KIS to construct and deliver

two ferries and also prepare the landings to suite the new ferries. The landings were reconstructed and the first ferry MV Pearl was delivered in April 2012. The second ferry MV Ssese was delivered in December 2014. The ceremonial commissioning of MV Ssese took place on Thursday19th March 2015 at Luuku Ferry landing site in Kalangala District where recidents received the ferry to aid them in their move-ments and trade across Lake Victoria. The modern ferry which was imported

from Denmark is valued at USD$5m and has capacity to ferry 206 passengers and 20 vehicles. The new ferry works 24 hours a day carrying passengers and goods across the lake at no cost. The ferries are part of the USD$50m infrastructure project for Kalangala.

The Kalangala Infra-structure Services Project consists of the owner-ship, financing, upgrade, construction, operation and maintenance of two roll-on roll-off passenger and vehicle ferries, the upgrade

Transforming Lives

of the island’s 66km main road from a dirt road to a gravel road, a series of solar-powered pump based water supply systems, along with the Kalangala Renewa-bles Project in each case to serve the population, institutions and businesses of Bugala Island, Kalangala District, Uganda.

Model DistrictWhile addressing the

congregation during the commissioning of the ferry, the minister of Works and Transport, Eng John Byabagambi, commended KIS for the modern infra-structure that is currently witnessed at Kalangala. “10 years back, Kalangala was an undeveloped area in Uganda. Today it is one of the model districts. House-hold electricity, safe water and good free transporting system are now available” he said. The minister asked KIS to consider constructing restaurants, restrooms and washrooms to complement the new developments in the areas as a way of attracting investors and tourists.

Mr. Opiro John, Man-aging Director KIS, said during the event that the commissioning of the ferry was yet another milestone as the company has shown its potential to deliver on its promise of providing two ferries for Bugala Island. “We have so far witnessed a great improvement in the lives of people with the use of the first ferry and we are optimistic that with the arrival of the second MV Ssese will fuel the rate of development in this area” he observed.

He further added that, in partnership with the Government of Uganda, KIS will provide marine services,

water supply in areas of Kasekulo, Malabana, a 66km road rehabilitation from the landing site in Luku through the town council and power supply to the whole of Kalanlaga. This project according to Mr. John is 80% complete.

And according to the LC5 Chairman Kalangala District Mr. Willy Lugoloobi, the Island in a few years will be an economic city with a lot of tourists and investors. Willy asked the residents to take up the opportunity as land owners and concen-trate on economic growth to make their lives better. He commended the govern-ment and KIS for improving the infrastructure and lives of Kalangala residents. Because of these develop-ments, more investors are now looking for opportunity to acquire land in Kalangala as land prices escalate. “A few years back, an acre of land in this area cost about UG Shs150, 000, now the cost of the same piece of land has increased to about Ug Shs 3m” the chairman stated.

Four Infrastructure Components

This project is a unique multi-sector initiative, which is developing environmen-tally sensitive infrastructure services to serve the island residents with improved access to water, safer transportation, and more reliable, renewable (solar powered) electricity. The venture is made up of two interrelated projects; col-lectively comprising four distinct infrastructure com-ponents. The total project investment required across the board is US$44.5m. The two passenger ferries, road upgrade and water supply system, required an investment of US$29m, with a further US$15.6m needed for the power generation, transmission and distribu-tion (to be delivered through Kalangala Renewables).

The Kalangala Renewa-ble project which consists of a 1.6 MW (nominal) power generation system, 33kV transmission system, low voltage distribution system and the installation of a prepaid metering system to

households and busi-nesses on the Bugala Is-land, Kalangala District, Uganda. The transmis-sion system consists of a 33kV transmission line which will run paral-lel to the Main Island Road with distribution transformers and low voltage overhead lines in a 3-phase/4 wire and a 1-phase/2-wire configu-ration that tee-off from the transmission line to the principal load cen-tres on the Island. The distribution system in-cludes the installation of an initial two-thousand domestic connections (residential and com-mercial) at various load centres on the Island, which will grow over time. All domestic con-nections will comprise at a minimum wiring, jacks and prepaid meters. Kalangala Infrastructure Services Limited, a sub-sidiary of InfraCo Africa, will own and operate the power generation and distribution system.

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KISUMU-KAKAMEGA ROAD TO BOOST TRANSPORT NETWORK WHEN COMPLETED

The Sh4.4 billion carriageway from Kisumu to Kaka-mega is set to boost

transport sector in the western region once completed. The project is under the Kenya Transport Sector Support Pro-ject jointly funded by the World Bank and the National Govern-ment. The original completion was scheduled on January 2015 however; the contractor

applied for an extension due to the additional scope of works.

The works for the project include the reconstruction and widening of the existing road that will be enhanced to 100mm from the current 50mm for the section and construction of service roads, access roads and market loops and provision of roadside amenities as well as the con-struction of two interchanges

at Mamboleo A1/C34 and at Chavakali A1/C39.

The Works Contract for the rehabilitation of the Kisumu – Kakamega Road was awarded to China Overseas Engineering Group Co.Ltd with a com-mencement date of 5th Janu-ary 2013 and a construction period of 24 months. H.P. Gauff Ingenieure was appointed to supervise the Works Contract.

The road is an important part of the Kenyan road net-

work as it links Kisumu with the Nairobi to Kampala road and with the road to Kitale, Lodwar and, ultimately, South Sudan. The heavily donor-funded Trans-port Sector Support Project for Kenya is meant to raise the country’s economic profile in the region and ensure the realization of a dream by the East African Community (EAC), a regional trade organization, of creating a unified transport network within the region.

KENYA AIRWAYS TO BOOST OPERATIONS WITH NEW FLIGHT SCHEDULE

As part of its transformation program, Kenya Airways in on

27th March announces several flight scheduling changes that will took effect from 1st of April 2015. This change is expected to boost connectivity for its pas-sengers by 20%. This is coincid-ing with the planned runway upgrade program by the Kenya Airports Authority that will see the Nairobi’s JKIA runway closed for six hours daily, from 12 midnight to 6 am for the next one year. Kenya Airways will now operate improved schedule that ensures efficient use of its aircraft and crew and flight connections for passen-gers. There will be an increase in flight frequencies to some cities on its network especially in Africa and changed flight schedule.

Kenya Airways’ Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Mbuvi Ngunze said the rationale be-hind this hub redesign program is to augment operations while accommodating the runway upgrade.

Main BeneficiaryAfrica is the main

beneficiary of the changes allowing for better connectiv-ity into Europe and Asia. Intra Africa connectivity will also be enhanced by the new schedule. In a push to grow the leisure market and boost local tourism, flights to Malindi go up from 7 to 14 per week (double daily) and Mombasa (56 to 63 per week). Frequencies into Tanza-nian towns of Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar have also doubled to two flights a day.

Kenya Airways has intro-duced daily night flights to Lusaka, Zambia and Lilongwe in Malawi in addition to the ex-isting day flights. Mozambique flights to Maputo will increase from 4 to 5 a week and flights to Nampula increase from 3 to 4 a week. In Zimbabwe, Harare flights go up from current 14 flights to 21 per week.

Kinshasa in the DRC will now be served by the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, to accom-modate more passengers and cargo. Flights to Yaounde and Doula increase from 5 times per week to daily.

As part of its Bilateral Air

Service Agreement with the Governments of Ghana and Liberia, Kenya Airways will operate a flight between Accra and Monrovia on the 5th free-dom agreement. These agree-ments allow airlines to operate between two cities without returning to the hub. The flights will operate as the airline awaits clearance by the Kenyan Ministry of Health to resume flights between Nairobi and Monrovia suspended last year following the Ebola outbreak.

Kenya Airways will now fly to Dubai in the UAE 11 times a week up from the current 7.

Following the inaugural flight on the Boeing 787 Dreamliner to Hanoi in Vietnam on 30th of March 2015, Kenya Airways will fly to Hanoi 3 times a week, linked to Guangzhou. Flights to Mumbai, India will increase from the cur-rent one a day to twice daily, with the day flight being on the Boeing 787 Dreamliner. Flights to Paris in France will increase from current 5 to 7 per week, while London in the UK and Amsterdam in the Netherlands remain as a daily flight. All

three destinations will be now served by the latest aircraft in the fleet.

Scooped top awardsKenya Airways, a member

of the Sky Team Alliance, is a leading African airline flying to 51 destinations worldwide, 42 of which are in Africa and carries over three million pas-sengers annually. It continues to modernize its fleet with its 41 aircraft being some of the youngest in Africa. This includes its flagship B787 Dreamliner aircrafts. The on-board service is renowned and the lie-flat business class seat on the wide-body aircraft is consistently voted among the world’s top 10. Most recently it has scooped top awards at the Africa Investor (Ai) Tour-ism Investor Awards and was declared the Business Airline of the Year in Africa. Kenya Airways takes pride for being in the forefront of connecting Africa to the World and the World to Africa through its hub at the new ultra-modern Termi-nal 1A at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi.

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Expert Corner

Davis and Shirtliff, Kenya’s leading

water and energy solutions provider, has commissioned two 250kVA Dayliff Yanan synchronised standby generators for Sa-fari Business Arcade, a Sh20m project that will allow tenants of the premises receive the exact energy needed, eliminating power wast-age and hence lowering energy costs during power black outs.

Inefficiencies in the system design accounts for up to 20 per cent of energy waste, resulting in organizations incur-ring unnecessarily high energy costs, according to recent findings by the Kenya Association of Manufacturers. This exacerbates losses incurred by businesses

DAYLIFF YANAN SYNCHRONISED GENERATORS TO LOWER COST OF STANDBY POWER SUPPLY

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due to the frequent power outages that Kenyan towns are now prone to as de-mand for electricity soars.

Most standard backup generators currently avail-able in the market supply a fixed amount of electricity regardless of the variation in user needs, resulting in wastage of energy. How-ever, the Dayliff Yanan synchronised standby gen-erators installed at Safari Business Arcade, currently being pioneered in the Ken-yan market, are designed to supply only the amount of electricity that is required for the users’ activities.

At full capacity, for example, the Dayliff Yanan synchronised standby gener-ators deliver 500kVA power shared evenly between the two generators. As the load requirements of the

building decline the system responds by delivering less power. This is in contrast to standard backup genera-tors, which supply the same amount of power even when usage declines, hence are more wasteful and thus costly.

“When there is a power failure, both generators will start up and monitor the power needs of the build-ing. When the demand is low, one generator will shut down automatically as the other one runs to supply power for the premises until demand rises,” said Simon Shikuku, Davis and Shirtliff’s engineer in charge of the project.

Also, in the event of a fault in one of the synchro-nised standby generators installed at the Safari Business Arcade, the other generator will kick in auto-matically and ensure power supply for the tenants, a number of whose operations are electricity-critical.

“A number of the oc-cupants interested in the premises had expressed the need for constant electricity supply due to the nature of their businesses. We therefore needed to source for equipment tailored to our clients’ specific power needs,” said Albert Waweru, Chairman of Ruaraka Hous-ing Estate Limited, devel-opers of Safari Business Arcade.

According to Mr. Waweru, the Aga Khan Hospital, three banks and a number of retail outlets are expected to take up some of the space at the business arcade.

Each set of the synchro-nised generators has a daily service tank connected to a common auxiliary tank and the total fuel storage capacity is 140 hours of

continuous operation. Fuel transfer from the auxiliary to the service tanks is by automatic means.

Davis and Shirtliff will undertake the service and maintenance of the instal-lation for a period of two years so as to ensure their efficiency. This will also include training Safari Busi-ness Arcade’s engineers on handling and general repair of the generators.

The generators are simi-lar to those used by electric-ity generating companies and are vital in managing power supply when demand fluctuates. The Dayliff Yanan

synchronised system can be customised to manage many generators at a go and can be expanded to achieve increased power output with increased power demand levels.

Davis and Shirtliff Limit-ed is a Pan-African multina-tional, operating through a network of Kenyan branches and regional subsidiaries in Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Rwanda, Ethiopia, South Su-dan, Somalia, Burundi and DRC. Founded in Kenya in 1946, it is the leading sup-plier of water-related and alternative energy equip-ment in East Africa.

“A number of the occupants interested in the premises had expressed the need for constant electricity supply

due to the nature of their businesses. We therefore needed to source for equipment tailored to our clients’

specific power needs,”

Speaking at the event, General Manager HHI Co., LTD Mr. Sun

Seog reiterated that Kenya is fundamental in its expan-sion plans as it is the lead-ing economy in East Africa and has great potential for growth in the construction and mining indutries.

“With its strategic loca-tion and its well developed business infrustructure this will also allow for faster penetration in the region.” He added

Regal Equipment Limited appointed Hyundai Heavy Equipment Dealer in Kenya

Kenya has registered a construction boom in the recent years with major projects underway or set to kick off soon - including the Lapset project, Konza ICT Park, standard gauge railway line, Dongo Kundu free port, Lamu Port and construction of resort cities in various counties.

Increased mining interests have also offered a great opportunity for the Heavy Industry machinery with various counties tap-ping into existing resources

for growth and develop-ment.

Managing Director Regal Equipment LTD, Mr. Peter D’ Costa said that with these opportunities the company is looking at attaining 30% market share by the end of this year and 50% within the next 3-5 years.

“We intend to be the top machine solution provid-ers for all infrastructural and mining developments in the region.” He stated

Through the Hyundai Heavy Industries dealership, hundreds of job opportuni-ties will be created in the country and across borders.

This as the company is looking at having branches in other counties before embarking on taking over the region including the Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, Congo and DRC markets.

Hyundai Heavy Industries Company Limited, recently appointed Regal Equipment LTD as its official dealers in the country in a bid to bolster its presence in the heavy industry motor trade in the region.

Furthermore, the company is dedicated to not only providing quality solutions for customers but also promoting capacity building and contributing to the general development of the society through nurtur-ing and supporting profes-sionals.

In this regard, a countrywide agenda to offer technical training and guidance to the Governors, Senators and engineers is in place. This will be to educate on machinery ideal and purchase dynamics therefore, reducing yearly expenditure for procurement of machines due to failures thus increasing financial availability for other pro-jects.

Regal Equipment Ltd is located in Baba Dogo, off Thika Road providing Hyundai Heavy Industries construction and forklift machinery.

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