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Electical Engineering
DURING the last century and a half, electricity has evolved from a scientific curiosity, to a luxury for wealthy people and to a daily necessity in the developed and developing world. Just as water is necessary for survival, electricity is indispensable in daily life. Without electricity, our way of life comes to a grinding halt.…
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HAEFELIS COMES TO HARARE
A brand new branch of Haefelis has opened at the recently renovated food court in Chisipite. The new food court was opened to the public on 21st September this year with the official opening being held on 26th September. Chisipite Shopping Centre has recently been undergoing a bit of a well needed upgrade as the…
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Beyond Your Most Extravagant Dreams Of Africa
by Michael Nott &BEYOND’s Matetsi Lodge is the newest, trendiest and hippest location for the most discerning world travellers. Not only is it a finalist of the We Are Africa design awards that showcase “the designs changing the look of modern Africa”, but it has also featured in numerous travel guides’ hot lists such as…
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Protecting Property Owners: The Role of the Estate Agents Council of Zimbabwe
In an interview with the Structure and Design (S&D) Magazine, Estate Agents Council of Zimbabwe Chairperson Nico Kuipa (NK) said that registered estate agents should be used by property owners to manage their mandates because they promptly submit statements and remit rental procedures to property owners. Additionally, he stated that in accordance with the terms…
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The Top 10 Reasons for Tile Fixing Failures
Incorrect or no expansion joints: failure to use the correct expansion joints and tiling over construction joints will make your tiles too rigid, and they will crack during movement or expansion and contraction of the building. Incorrect choice of adhesive. This is one of the most common causes of tile fixing failure that we…
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PLASTIC SHEETING IN CONSTRUCTION
The question has arisen- can construction grade polyethylene plastic sheeting be used for various construction projects? The answer is it depends! It is critical to understand that not all plastics are created equal. Some are made from post consumer recycled goods, reground resins and absolute least expensive resins. These films are not guaranteed to be…
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Making Africa: A Continent of Contemporary Design
THE Making Africa: A Continent of Contemporary Design exhibition showcases work from a diverse range of creative fields: object and furniture design, graphic arts, illustration, fashion, architecture, urban planning, art, craft, film, photography, and more. The presented works deliberately occupy the grey area between the disciplines, yet they provide concrete answers to the question of…
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ISUZU KB EXTENDED CAB
With the strengths of two bakkies, the ever industrious KB Extended Cab combines the benefits of the Single Cab and Double Cab, making it ideal for small to medium businesses. Value for Money: This model is available with the updated, fuel-efficient 2.5 litre diesel engine – one of the reasons it boasts class-leading Cost of…
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Eko Atlantic
ATLANTIC IS AN ENTIRE NEW COASTAL CITY BEING BUILT ON VICTORIA ISLAND ADJACENT TO LAGOS, NIGERIA, TO SOLVE THE CHRONIC SHORTAGE OF REAL ESTATE IN THE WORLD’S FASTEST-GROWING MEGACITY. IT IS A focal point for investors capitalising on rich development growth based on massive demand – and a gateway to emerging markets of the continent.…
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14 Golden Rules
If you are considering to go the DIY way for your tiling, these 14 Golden Rules (and the top 10 reasons for tile fixing failures) will come in handy for your project. Tiles must be dry and the back of the tile clean. The surface being tiled should be true and even and free from…
