𝗜𝗡𝗙𝗥𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘 𝗧𝗮𝗻𝘇𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮'𝘀 𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗲... ◾The $300 million Magufuli Bridge on Lake Victoria will provide a crucial link between Tanzania and neighboring Uganda, Rwanda and Burundi ◾The 3.2-kilometre bridge will cut travel time at the area from 2 hours to just 4 minutes October 8, 2024 𝘽𝙮 𝙏𝘽𝙄 𝙍𝙚𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙚𝙧 Dar es Salaam Tanzania has completed the construction of the longest bridge in East Africa at a cost of around $300 million as the country continues to invest heavily in upgrading it's infrastructure. Construction of the 3.2-kilometre Magufuli Bridge on Lake Victoria was initiated by the former president in December 2019. President Samia Suluhu Hassan, who came into office in March 2021, is expected to officially inaugurate the mammoth project before the end of the year. The project was initially scheduled for completion in July 2023, but construction was delayed by the Covid-19 pandemic. Originally known as the Kigongo-Busisi Bridge, the Chinese-built mega infrastructure was renamed Magufuli Bridge in honour of the former president. The project is being developed by the China Civil Engineering Construction Group (CCECG) and China Railway. The bridge was entirely financed by the government of Tanzania through its own revenues. The People's Daily, the official newspaper of the Central Committee of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), said construction of the bridge was completed on October 6. "As the last tank of cement was poured on Sunday, the construction of the Magufuli Bridge was completed by two Chinese companies in Tanzania's northwestern Mwanza region," the People's Daily said in an online post. "The Magufuli Bridge is the only extra-dosed cable-stayed bridge in the Lake Victoria region and the longest of its kind in Africa." The bridge will also become among the Top 10 longest bridges in Africa. The bridge connects Misungwi and Sengerema districts and provides a crucial link between Tanzania and neighbouring countries of Rwanda, Burundi and Ugabda 📽️ The People's Dailyshow more

Today, the tallest bridge in the world was opened... in China and there's a cool coffee shop on top of the bridgeshow more

🇨🇳 Tallest Bridge in the World Opens in China.... China has unveiled the world’s tallest bridge in Guizhou province, a colossal structure soaring 625 meters above the Huajiang Gorge, often called the “crack in the earth.” The project, completed in just three years, features a main span of 1,420 meters, setting a new record for bridges in mountainous terrain. The bridge dramatically reduces travel time across the gorge from two hours to just two minutes. The Huajiang Gorge, carved by the Beipan River, is notorious for its steep cliffs and difficult access. Check out the coffee shop on top of the tower!show more

This morning, we visited the President Steyn Street bridge,... in Pretoria North. We were accompanied by city engineers to assess the bridge following fears raised by residents. The bridge was built in the 1950s. In February, the city conducted its assessment of the structure and concluded that it is safe. City of Tshwane Bongani Bingwa IG/TikTok: Bonglez 702show more

This bridge located in Juja Subcounty in Kiambu County... serves as a crucial connection between Murera People and the Eastern Bypass. Residents are strongly advocating for its temporary closure until a standard bridge can be constructed, as it is a potential disaster waiting to happen. The construction of this bridge was carried out by the local community so it does not meet the required standards. Local leaders have been silent. They just visit the area and nothing happens after they leave.show more

#WATCH | J&K: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inspects Chenab... Bridge. He will inaugurate the bridge shortly. Chenab Rail Bridge, situated at a height of 359 meters above the river, is the world's highest railway arch bridge. It is a 1,315-metre-long steel arch bridge engineered to withstand seismic and wind conditions. A key impact of the bridge will be in enhancing connectivity between Jammu and Srinagar. #KashmirOnTrack (Video: DD)show more

#BREAKING 🇷🇺🇺🇦 For the first time in the war,... Russian Geran drones have struck a Ukranian bridge across the Dniper River. The Kruikiv bridge in the city of Kremenchuk was struck today. It serves as both a vehicle bridge and rail line.show more

The Yahyaabad Bridge in Kashan, which had been destroyed... in attacks by the Zionist-American enemy, was rebuilt within 72 hours. This important bridge connects Qom Province to Isfahan Province and the city of Kashan.show more

#WATCH | In the face of adversities, rough terrain... and weather, the Engineer Troops of Northern Command, Indian Army, in concert with troops of White Knight Corps, Indian Army and Civil Administration, have completed construction of a Bailey Bridge over Jangalwar Nallah, restoring vital connectivity on NH-244 to Doda & Kishtwar (J&K) in record time. Relentless efforts on part of all stakeholders ensured the successful launch of the bridge. The bridge will be opened for traffic post necessary validations in coordination with Civil Administration. Source: PRO Defence Jammushow more

A bridge with cars on it collapsed in the... Smolensk region of Russia - Russian media. The media report that one person died, six more were injured. Four spans of the bridge fell on the Moscow-Minsk railway line (traffic is delayed). The gas pipe is also damaged. The reason for the collapse is wear and tear. According to local residents, the bridge was in an emergency condition, and activists had been seeking its repair for several years. But Russia prefers spending money on war.show more

Stalled after 2016. Re-started and stalked again. Work resumed... on the very important Mishuo- Woyema bridge . This bridge is a critical connection between 4 regions in the northern part of our country. No more delays. We shall complete this bridge by the end of 2027show more

In Assam, KBV setu was inaugurated yesterday by Modi... Just look at the condition of the Bridge just after inaugration. The whole bridge were painted by Pan masala spit and garbage all around. When will we Indians learn civic sense?show more

PRAYING FOR BALTIMORE: The Francis Scott Key Bridge in... Baltimore has collapsed after a container ship, Dali, slammed into it. Details; - 20 people are missing. - Approximately 10 vehicles and 7 construction workers were on the bridge as it collapsed - The 1,200 feet (366 m) span bridge was the third longest span of any continuous truss in the world. - The ship is a Singapore-flagged container ship, the Dali. - Gov. Wes Moore (D) said he declared a state of emergency in Maryland and is working with federal agencies to deploy resources for the response. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said he offered the department’s support to Baltimore authorities. - The collapse took place at 1:30am Eastern time.show more

🇺🇦🇷🇺 WAR MILESTONE: For the first time, Russian Geran... drones struck a Ukranian bridge across the Dniper River. The Kruikiv bridge in the city of Kremenchuk was struck today. It serves as both a vehicle bridge and rail line. 1/show more

The high-speed railway bridge in Hangzhou Bay is under... construction, with a length of 21km, and is expected to open next year.show more

The Bahrain-Saudi Friendship bridge was closed — hit or... different story? The King Fahd Causeway, known as the "Bahrain-Saudi Friendship Bridge," is built over the Persian Gulf and connects Bahrain Island to Saudi Arabia. This bridge is 25 kilometers long. There were some reports that an Iranian drone struck the bridge since it was being used by the Americans. Although I haven’t seen proper videos of it. But the bridge was certainly closed and a security cordon was put in place. The live CCTV footage was reportedly turned off as well. The possibility exists that there was some transport that they did not want anyone to know about, hence the security cordon.show more

Visited the tallest railway bridge in the world, The... Chenab Bridge, to review arrangements for the visit of the Hon PM Narendra Modi ji tomorrow. Tomorrow is a landmark day for J&K when, finally, the valley will be connected to the rest of the country by a railway link to be inaugurated at the hands of the Hon PM.show more

In Russia's Bryansk region, a road bridge with a... truck on it collapsed onto a passenger train passing underneath it. Presumably, the bridge was blown up. Recently, there were reports of a Ukrainian sabotage and reconnaissance group in the Bryansk region according to the Russians.show more

Russia and North Korea are now physically connected by... road. Ceremony for the final span of the new bridge over the Tumen River held today. Traffic expected to open in June 2026. The first car bridge between the two countries is almost complete.show more

While it seems that Russia is likely prepping the... propaganda foundation to blame their Bryansk bridge collapse on Ukraine, a reminder that bridges are constantly collapsing in Russia, not requiring any help from Ukraine at all. Here's a recent list: Today – Bryansk Region A highway bridge collapsed onto a moving passenger train traveling from Klimovo to Moscow, resulting in at least seven fatalities and over 50 injuries. April 2024 – Vyazma, Smolensk Oblast The Paninsky overpass collapsed onto railway tracks, killing one person and injuring five others. The collapse was due to the bridge's dilapidated condition, possibly exacerbated by ground subsidence during the thaw. October 2023 – Buryatia A bridge over the Dzhida River collapsed due to heavy rainfall and poor maintenance, disrupting a major section of the Trans-Siberian Railway and forcing cargo rerouting. July 2022 – Zabaykalsky Krai A bridge on the Chita–Khabarovsk Highway collapsed due to erosion from flooding and chronic neglect, cutting off a major regional highway and stranding vehicles. November 2020 – Primorsky Krai A bridge between Vladivostok and Nakhodka collapsed while a truck was crossing, causing the vehicle to fall into a ravine and injuring the driver. The cause was identified as corrosion and overloading. July 2018 – Nizhny Novgorod A pedestrian bridge over the Oka River collapsed during a festival due to overcrowding and lack of repairs, resulting in several injuries. May 2015 – Krasnoyarsk Krai A bridge near the town of Kansk collapsed under the weight of a logging truck, disrupting road traffic between local towns for weeks. The cause was poor construction and lack of maintenance. Corruption and decay are Russia's problems, not Ukraine.show more

Lucerne, considered one of the most beautiful cities in... Switzerland, stands out for its idyllic location on the shores of the Lake of the Four Cantones and surrounded by the Alps. Famous for its medieval old town and the historic Chapel Bridge (Kapellbrücke) from the 14th century.show more