Imprastraktura
Pamilya Espina sa Biliran kinasuhan ng plunder sa proyekto ng DPWH
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Naghain ng reklamo sa Ombudsman noong Oktubre 30, 2025, si Lord Allan Merced-Garcia laban sa pamilya Espina ng Biliran dahil sa diumano'y pagnanakaw sa mga proyekto ng Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). Ang Roving Premier, kumpanyang pag-aari ng Vice Gov. Roselyn Espina-Paras at kanyang asawa, ay nakakuha ng higit P1 bilyon na kontrata mula 2020. Ito ay bahagi ng mas malaking eskandalong korapsyon sa flood control projects na inihayag ni Pangulong Marcos Jr. noong Hulyo 2025.
Bundeswehr halts conversion of military properties
The Bundeswehr has suspended the conversion of unused military properties into civilian areas. The Defense Ministry justifies this with the need for more infrastructure to expand the armed forces amid the security situation. Around 200 properties are affected and will now be transferred to a strategic reserve.
Nairobi county official promises more infrastructure upgrades
Nairobi County's Chief Transport Officer Michael Waikenda has stated that Governor Johnson Sakaja's administration will continue strengthening infrastructure to ensure pedestrian safety. The county has invested in improving road sections used by pedestrians and cyclists.
Public works launches action plan to end construction failures
South Africa's Department of Public Works and Infrastructure has unveiled the South African Construction Action Plan to address chronic issues in public construction projects. Minister Dean Macpherson announced the initiative in Cape Town, aiming to restore accountability and halt the cycle of incomplete schools, hospitals, and escalating costs. The plan targets mismanagement, disappearing contractors, and criminal interference in the sector.
Madrid begins renovation of Chamberí square with 2.3 million euros
October 30, 2025 00:45South Africa ends load shedding and boosts rail services
October 29, 2025 22:44Conconcreto inaugurates curved bridge on avenida 68 trunk line
October 29, 2025 17:19Juan Martín Caicedo to step down from CCI presidency after over 20 years
October 29, 2025 11:33U.S. power outages increase due to aging grid and severe weather
October 27, 2025 23:06Scheduled power outages in 13 RM communes this Tuesday
October 26, 2025 23:33Mga grupo ng negosyo at paggawa hinihikayat si Marcos na i-certify bilang urgent ang ICI bill
October 26, 2025 16:43Tesla announces new supercharger in Cantwell, Alaska
ICI recommends charges against senators in flood control scandal
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The Independent Commission for Infrastructure has recommended criminal and administrative complaints against Senators Joel Villanueva and Jinggoy Estrada, former Representative Zaldy Co, and three others over alleged kickbacks in flood control projects. Related probes include a forged affidavit by a Senate witness linked to Co and efforts to forfeit implicated assets. Lawmakers are pushing for a stronger anti-corruption body amid public frustration with the inquiry's pace.
Justin Muturi criticizes Ruto's Ksh1.5 trillion infrastructure fund
Former Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi has slammed President William Ruto's proposal for a Ksh1.5 trillion infrastructure fund, calling it burdensome for overtaxed Kenyans. In a statement, the Democratic Party of Kenya leader offered five alternatives to raise the funds without new taxes. Muturi emphasized stopping corruption and government waste as key solutions.
Emilia Calleja presents CFE advances in appearance before deputies
The director of the Federal Electricity Commission (CFE), Emilia Esther Calleja Alor, appeared before the Energy Commission of the Chamber of Deputies to detail the company's achievements in 2025, as part of Claudia Sheinbaum's First Government Report. She highlighted subsidies for family tariffs, reduction in electrical interruptions, and infrastructure expansions. The presentation emphasized energy sovereignty and partnerships with the private sector.
DILG inuutos na suriin ang imprastraktura para sa katatagan laban sa lindol
Upang ihanda ang mga komunidad sa banta ng malalakas na lindol, inutusan ng Department of the Interior and Local Government ang mga lokal na pamahalaan na magsagawa ng komprehensibong pagsusuri sa mga pampublikong at pribadong gusali sa kanilang mga hurisdiksyon. Ayon sa direktiba, mahalaga ang pagtatasa ng integridad ng istraktura upang mapanatili ang kaligtasan ng publiko at mabawasan ang mga casualty at pinsala sa panahon ng malalaking lindol. Kasama rito ang mga pasilidad ng gobyerno tulad ng mga ospital, paaralan, opisina, at mga sentro ng tugon sa emerhensya, pati na rin ang mga pribadong istraktura.
Kenha warns motorists over flooded Thika-Garissa road
The Kenya National Highways Authority has cautioned drivers against using the Thika-Garissa road due to severe flooding from intensified short rains. Traffic is disrupted between Bangali and Madogo, with impassable sections reported. Engineers are monitoring the situation as rainfall continues across several counties.