Design Dynamics

05/03/2026

30/01/2026

The University of Zambia – School of Engineering (Bridge Center) is hosting a Bridge Maintenance Expert Training programme aimed at strengthening capacity in bridge design, inspection, maintenance, and management.

Key topics include:
✔ Introduction to bridge design
✔ Conceptual design of bridges
✔ Basic design of concrete and steel bridges
✔ Bridge management
✔ Bridge inspection using drones and AI

👷‍♂️ Target participants:
Civil & Structural Engineers, Consulting Engineers, Contractors, Academics, and Regulators.

📅 Dates: 24th February – 3rd March 2025
⏰ Registration deadline: 17th February 2025
📍 Venue: UNZA School of Engineering – Bridge Center

This is a valuable professional development opportunity aligned with advancing bridge and structural engineering practice.

📌 Kindly see attached poster for registration and payment details

22/01/2026

MIHUD Minister Visits Prefabricated Housing Manufacturing Plant in the Lusaka Multi-Facility Economic Zone (LS-MFEZ).
Wednesday, 21st January 2026, the Minister of Infrastructure, Housing and Urban Development (MIHUD), Honourable Eng. Charles Milupi, MP, made a routine visit to the Prefabricated Housing Plant located in the Lusaka South Multi-Facility Economic Zone (LS-MFEZ). His visit was intended to check on the progress of the construction of the plant prior to its commissioning soon.

The prefab plant, which will operate under the name of Zambia National Shelter Green-Housing Production Limited, is a joint venture between the National Housing Authority (NHA) and China Jiangsu International Economic Cooperation Corporation Zambia Limited (CJIZ). This plant is poised to transform housing delivery in the country. The Minister and his delegation were welcomed by Senior CJIZ management and staff led by the Managing Director, Wang Shulin, of China Jiangsu International Scienergy Limited.

Speaking to Prime TV on-site, Hon. Milupi, who was accompanied by Acting Permanent Secretary Mr. Dennis Siampwizi, Senior Ministry officials, NHA Acting Chief Executive Officer Mr. Ernest Muleya, NHA senior management staff, and members of the press, noted with satisfaction that the plant was “almost a replica of what we saw in China” during a visit to that country. The Minister stated that panels produced were of high quality, unlike any other used before in Zambia, because they were reinforced, resulting in greater strength than ordinary blocks. He further said that the panels offered greater flexibility in configuration of rooms, cost, and speed of construction.

The Acting Chief Executive Officer of NHA, Mr. Ernest Muleya, concurred with the Minister and added that the plant was complete and production was underway. He also said that the prefabricated panels would help accelerate construction times in large-scale housing projects and address the challenges of availability and cost of building materials, especially in remote parts of the country.

Once operational, the plant will not only contribute to job creation but also to the reduction of the huge housing deficit, estimated at 1.5 million and expected to increase to 3 million by 2030. The prefabricated housing will be environmentally friendly, sustainable, and considerably reduce the housing delivery time and cost.

/NHA Corporate Affairs Department

22/01/2026

IABSE stands for the International Association for Bridge and Structural Engineering. It is a global professional organization founded in 1929 and based in Zurich, Switzerland.

What IABSE Does:

1. Connects engineers worldwide who work in bridge, building, and structural engineering.

2. Promotes the exchange of knowledge, experience, and research across countries and disciplines.

3. Organizes international conferences, symposia, and workshops on topics like sustainable design, safety, resilience, and innovation in structural engineering.

4. Publishes technical journals, bulletins, and reports on cutting-edge developments in the field.

5. Supports technical committees that develop guidance and share best practices on current engineering challenges.

6. Encourages the involvement of young engineers and students through special programs and networking opportunities.

In short, IABSE works to advance the art and science of structural engineering for the benefit of the public and the profession, with a focus on safety, quality, and sustainability.

22/01/2026

22/01/2026

International Association For Bridge And Structural Engineering (IABSE)
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The International Association for Bridge and Structural Engineering (IABSE) is a scientific / technical Association comprising members in 100 countries and counting 58 National Groups worldwide. As a non-profit organization, founded in 1929 it has its seat in Zurich, Switzerland. The President of IABSE (2025-2028) is Dr. Harshavardhan Subbarao, India.

IABSE deals with all aspects of structural engineering: the science and art of planning, design, construction, operation, monitoring and inspection, maintenance, rehabilitation and preservation, demolition and dismantling of structures, taking into consideration technical, economic, environmental, aesthetic and social aspects. The term 'Structures' includes bridges, buildings and all types of civil engineering structures, composed of any structural material.

Mission
The aim of the Association is to exchange knowledge and to advance the practice of structural engineering worldwide in the service of the profession and society.

IABSE has the following objectives:

1. To promote cooperation and understanding among all those concerned with structural engineering and related fields by worldwide exchange of knowledge and experience
2. To encourage awareness and responsibility of structural engineers towards the needs of society
3. To encourage actions necessary for progress in structural engineering
4. To improve and foster cooperation and understanding between organisations having similar objectives.

For this purpose, the Association:

a) Organises conferences worldwide
b) Publishes the high quality journal SEI
c) Publishes books reflecting the work of its Technical Groups
d) Creates technical groups, as required by new needs and technological progress
e) Offers the possibility to join activities within National Groups of IABSE
f) Offers a programme for young engineers
Presents Annual Awards

22/01/2026

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard! Ajaz Khanday, Komi Phiri

16/01/2026

Honoured and grateful to be appointed as a member of the Federation of African Engineering Organisations (FAEO) Executive Board - External Relations Committee (ERC). 🙏🏾🇿🇲🌍
Looking forward to contributing to strengthening engineering collaboration across Africa.

12/01/2026

Big thanks to Francis Chanda

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26/12/2025

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard! Heybet Ənvər Atayev, Sichaba Hangoma, Astrida Mubanga, আমরা ও মানুষ

25/12/2025

A man who calls his kinsmen to a feast does not do so to save them from starving. They all have food in their own homes. When we gather together in the moonlit village ground it is not because of the moon. Every man can see it in his own compound. We come together because it is good for kinsmen to do so.
Chinua Achebe, Things Fall Apart