Tag: Infrastructure
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Govt orders emergency action over Rundu sinkholes
Urgent government response to Rundu sinkholes The government has ordered an urgent emergency action plan to address severe sinkholes and soil erosion in Rundu’s Tutungeni area. Urban and rural development minister James Sankwasa led a joint visit on Thursday to assess the damage, drawing attention to the rapid threat posed by soil instability to communities…
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Data Center Protests, Embraced Local Factories in Taylor
Introduction: A town at a crossroads In Taylor, Texas, the debate over data centers has become a focal point for a broader conversation about growth, energy use, and local jobs. While residents organize to voice concerns about data center projects, many of those same community members are quietly embracing the factories that supply these facilities.…
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Kpong Irrigation Scheme Rehabilitation Nears Completion: 75% Finished
Progress Update: Kpong Irrigation Scheme hits 75% completion The rehabilitation of the Kpong Irrigation Scheme in Ghana is now about 75 percent complete, with the overall project cost estimated at US$22.5 million. The initiative forms a key component of broader resilience efforts under the West Africa Food System Resilience Project (FSRP), which aims to strengthen…
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When Protest Meets Pragmatism: Communities Oppose Data Centers but Embrace the Factories That Supply Them
In Taylor, a paradox unfolds Last month in Taylor, Texas, residents stood before a city council to oppose a proposed data center, citing concerns from energy use to local infrastructure strain. But as the meeting progressed, the same neighborhood found itself quietly backing a different kind of project: a tech factory expected to supply parts…
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Delay at $5.5M Manitoba Daycare Shuts Gate: Land Ownership Holding Up Opening
Overview: A Promising Daycare Stalled by a Land Question A $5.5 million daycare project in the Winnipeg metro area has not opened its doors, despite substantial provincial funding and a construction finish. The rural municipality of East St. Paul approved the project years ago, intending to add 74 licensed spaces for families in need. Yet,…
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When Bridges Become a Grave Hazard: The Crisis in Handeni Rural District, Tanga
Overview: A Silent Public Safety Crisis Nearly a third of bridges in Handeni Rural District, Tanga Region, Tanzania, are described as being in poor condition. The Citizen’s three‑month investigation reveals that these deteriorating structures pose serious risks to residents who rely on them daily for commuting, education, and economic activity. In a region where heavy…
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Diving Deep into World Bank Data: The Poorest Nations and Their Struggles
Understanding the Realm of Global Poverty The World Bank’s latest examination of income levels in the world highlights a sobering reality: there remains a substantial group of nations where daily earnings fall well below the global average. In particular, sub-Saharan Africa contains countries facing persistent challenges in growth, health, education, and resilience to shocks. While…
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When Bridges Become a Grave Hazard: Handeni’s Crumbling Infrastructures
Introduction: A Hidden Crisis in Handeni In Handeni Rural District, Tanga Region, a chilling reality lurks beneath the surface of everyday life. Bridges that should connect communities and facilitate safe travel are deteriorating at an alarming rate. A three-month investigation by The Citizen has revealed that nearly one-third of local bridges are in poor condition,…
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‘A southern economy in the north’: how Warrington has adapted to change
Introduction: a town reshaped by change Warrington is at a crossroads many northern towns recognize all too well: a legacy of big employers and industrial sites that once defined the local economy is giving way to a more diversified future. In the shadow of a crumbling factory and amid the roar of demolition equipment, a…
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Unsafe Bridges in Handeni Rural District: Risks and Remedies
Overview: A Hidden Hazard in Handeni’s Infrastructure Across Handeni Rural District in Tanzania’s Tanga Region, aging bridges have become more than a matter of inconvenience—they’re a growing safety crisis. A three-month investigation by The Citizen has established that nearly one-third of local bridges are in poor condition, threatening the lives of residents, especially when heavy…