Africa

Zambia’s Ministry of Infrastructure, Housing, and Urban Development (MIHUD) is on a mission to build a better future for all Zambians. Established in 2021, MIHUD has become the driving force behind the country’s major infrastructure projects. From improving housing to developing roads, schools, and other public facilities, the Ministry’s role is critical to Zambia’s growth and development.

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WBHO Infrastructure stands at the forefront of Africa’s infrastructure development. Known for its unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation, WBHO has been instrumental in completing high-impact projects that significantly contribute to the continent's economic growth. This comprehensive profile explores WBHO Infrastructure’s operations across Africa, highlighting key projects and featuring insights from senior executives.

At Khouribga, one of the oldest phosphate mines in Morocco, the OCP Group is working overtime to ensure its operations are fit for purpose for the future and the environmental impact is lessened every year.

As the global population continues to expand, the demands on farming methods increase exponentially. Being able to maximize yield, the most efficient source is to use fertilizers to help enrich the nutrients in the soil.

Cummins Inc. stands as a global leader in power solutions, renowned for its comprehensive portfolio of engines, generators, and related services. With a significant presence across Africa, Cummins is committed to supporting the continent's rapid growth through innovative, reliable, and efficient power solutions. This profile delves into the key operations, advanced mining solutions, sustainability initiatives, technological innovations, community involvement, and market focus of Cummins Africa.

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Botswana is blessed with a rich seam of natural resources, from diamonds and gold to coal. Indeed, coal is the driving force that has made the African nation what it is today: a stable and progressive country.

At the heart of this economic advancement are two coal-fired power stations, Morupule A Power Station, which opened in 1986, and Morupule B, which came into service in 2012. However, none of the country's electrical needs would be possible without the coal needed to fire the plants. 

Logistics leader Threeways Shipping Services has successfully navigated the stormy waters of recent years and is now stepping up its game, including playing a pivotal role in TotalEnergies' Tilenga project in Uganda. Written by Andy Probert.
 
Threeways Shipping Services is once again one of Uganda's cutting–edge intra-field logistics specialists. Focused on keeping the wheels of the developing nation's economy turning, it is currently gaining major traction on oil and gas projects, where it has become the first local Tier 1 provider to global clients, such as TotalEnergies.

The potential of constant electricity supply to catalyze development across West Africa cannot be overstated. With a population exceeding 400 million, the region grapples with persistent power shortages that stifle economic growth, limit educational opportunities, and constrain healthcare services. However, there is hope on the horizon. By examining the transformative effects of reliable electricity in other parts of the world and exploring a strategic power mix suitable for West Africa, we can chart a path from power scarcity to prosperity.

Botswana's President Mokgweetsi Masisi recently unveiled the majestic Okavango River Bridge in Mohembo, marking a significant milestone in the nation's infrastructure development. With a price tag of 1 billion pula (£36.4 million), this iconic cable-stayed bridge spans the Okavango River, serving as a vital artery for transportation and connectivity in the heart of Southern Africa. Let's delve into the history, specifications, and socio-economic significance of this engineering marvel.
 

As copper increasingly becomes a much-wanted resource across global industry, exciting times are emerging from the Kalahari Copper Belt in Botswana where Australian company, Sandfire, has officially opened the Motheo Copper Mine.
 
Over its initial ten-year life, Motheo is expected to deliver significant value to the people of Botswana through taxes and royalties, and long-term employment, training and development opportunities.