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Women Who Build Nations: Female Engineers And Ministers Driving Africa’s Mega-Projects
Africa is experiencing a surge in mega-projects, from infrastructure development to economic initiatives, and women are playing a vital role in shaping the...
Women in South African Construction: Progress and the Road to Equality Ahead of Women’s Day 2025
As South Africa approaches National Women’s Day on August 9, 2025, there’s renewed attention on the position of women in the country’s construction...
Water Works: The Infrastructure Behind Africa’s Urban Thirst
Africa’s cities are facing a growing water crisis, with millions of people lacking access to clean and reliable water. The rapid urbanization of...
Urban Housing at Scale: Can Africa Build 100 Million Affordable Homes by 2035?
Africa faces an unprecedented urban housing challenge driven by rapid population growth, swift urbanization, and inadequate formal housing supply. The ambition to construct...
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The Digital Backbone of Smart Cities: Lagos, Kigali, Nairobi
Africa is undergoing the fastest urbanisation rate in the world. By 2050, more than 60% of its population will live in urban centres, according to the United Nations. Yet, this...
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Women Who Build Nations: Female Engineers And Ministers Driving Africa’s Mega-Projects
Africa is experiencing a surge in mega-projects, from infrastructure development to economic initiatives, and women are playing a vital role in shaping the...
Women in South African Construction: Progress and the Road to Equality Ahead of Women’s Day 2025
As South Africa approaches National Women’s Day on August 9, 2025, there’s renewed attention on the position of women in the country’s construction...
Water Works: The Infrastructure Behind Africa’s Urban Thirst
Africa’s cities are facing a growing water crisis, with millions of people lacking access to clean and reliable water. The rapid urbanization of...
Urban Housing at Scale: Can Africa Build 100 Million Affordable Homes by 2035?
Africa faces an unprecedented urban housing challenge driven by rapid population growth, swift urbanization, and inadequate formal housing supply. The ambition to construct...
The Best Performing Currencies in Africa
The African continent is home to 54 countries, each with its own unique economy and currency. While some African currencies have struggled in...
TOP 5 MEGA CITIES IN AFRICA
Africa is home to some of the fastest-growing cities in the world. These mega cities are driving economic growth, innovation, and cultural exchange,...
The Project Tracker: What’s New, Delayed, and Accelerated in Africa’s Pipeline
Africa’s infrastructure and energy project landscape is dynamic, with ongoing developments, delays, and accelerations that shape the continent’s economic trajectory. A key feature...
The Concrete Economy: Inside Africa’s Construction Materials Boom
Africa’s rapid urbanisation, burgeoning populations, and infrastructure ambitions are fueling an unprecedented surge in the demand for construction materials—cement, steel, and other key...
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The Project Tracker: What’s New, Delayed, and Accelerated in Africa’s Pipeline
Africa’s infrastructure and energy project landscape is dynamic, with ongoing developments, delays, and accelerations that shape the continent’s economic trajectory. A key feature of effective project management and strategic planning...
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South Africa’s Bold Bid to Become a Global Helium Supplier Faces Early Hurdles and High Hopes
In the heartland of South Africa’s Free State province, a quiet revolution is underway—one that could eventually place the country at the centre...
Risky Business? How Political Stability Impacts Project Finance
The development of infrastructure and long-term projects across Africa is critically influenced by the political environment. Political stability fosters investor confidence, reduces risks,...
Power Supply And Economic Growth In Africa: A Critical Link
Africa, a continent rich in natural resources and home to over 1.3 billion people, continues to face significant challenges in achieving sustainable economic...
Ports of Progress: The New Gateways Redefining Africa’s Maritime Trade
Africa’s ports are the lifelines of its economies, facilitating over 90% of the continent’s trade—amounting to more than 500 million tonnes of cargo...
Land of Opportunity: Legal Frameworks That Make or Break Infrastructure Delivery
Africa’s infrastructure landscape holds immense promise, but its full potential remains constrained by complex land acquisition laws, compensation policies, and pervasive regulatory bottlenecks....
The Impact Of Climate Change On Africa’s agriculture And Food Security R Focus On South Sudan And Central Africa Republic
Climate change is having a devastating impact on Africa’s agriculture and food security. Rising temperatures, changing precipitation patterns, and increased frequency of extreme...