Top Insights
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...
Taming the Grid: What’s Holding Back Africa’s Power Transmission Revolution?
Africa stands on the cusp of an energy transformation that promises to reshape its economic landscape and improve millions of lives. Yet, despite...
Startups with Shovels: Disruptive Tech Firms Building Infrastructure Differently
Across Africa, a new wave of entrepreneurial ingenuity is transforming how the continent builds and expands its critical infrastructure. Innovative startups are leveraging...
