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EBRD Investment Securing Water and Agriculture in Morocco
EBRD Investment Securing Water and Agriculture in Morocco Water has always shaped Morocco’s agricultural heartlands, but in recent decades the balance has tilted dangerously. Declining rainfall, risin...
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Kenya’s Landmark Highway Expansion Moves Into High Gear
Kenya’s Landmark Highway Expansion Moves Into High Gear Kenya has set the wheels in motion for one of its most ambitious transport upgrades in recent years as work begins on the Nairobi–Nakuru–Mau Sum...
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Strengthening Uganda’s Strategic Road Network
Strengthening Uganda’s Strategic Road Network Uganda is preparing for a decisive leap forward in its national road infrastructure as the African Development Bank and the Government of Uganda advance t...
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Regional Corridor Investment Advancing Connectivity Across East Africa
Regional Corridor Investment Advancing Connectivity Across East Africa The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group has approved US$214.47 million in financing to advance the second ph...
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Africa Green Economy Summit to Showcase High Impact Investment Ventures
Africa Green Economy Summit to Showcase High Impact Investment Ventures Africa’s Green Economy Summit (AGES 2026) is preparing to unveil a powerful portfolio of investment-ready ventures that reflect...
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Modernising Mauritania’s Strategic Railway Corridor
Modernising Mauritania’s Strategic Railway Corridor Mauritania’s iron ore industry depends heavily on a single rail artery stretching from the mining hub of Zouerate to the Atlantic port of Noua...
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Kenya Uganda Expressway to Reshape East Africa’s Transport Future
Kenya Uganda Expressway to Reshape East Africa’s Transport Future The East African Community has confirmed that construction work on the Kenya Uganda Expressway is preparing to break ground, signallin...
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Africa’s Infrastructure Investment Horizon
Africa’s Infrastructure Investment Horizon Africa’s infrastructure sector is entering a pivotal moment, shaped by rising demand, bold policy reforms and stronger capital mobilisation. The African Deve...
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Afreximbank Backs Major African Contractor With Landmark Stadium Investment
Afreximbank Backs Major African Contractor With Landmark Stadium Investment African Export Import Bank (Afreximbank) has stepped in with a US$36.4 million contract financing facility supporting Egypt’...
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Unlocking Africa’s Infrastructure Future to Power a New Era of Investment
Unlocking Africa’s Infrastructure Future to Power a New Era of Investment Africa finds itself standing on the brink of transformative infrastructure growth, yet the gap between ambition and delivery r...
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South Africa and Global Leaders Spotlight Sustainable Progress at Big 5 Global
South Africa and Global Leaders Spotlight Sustainable Progress at Big 5 Global The Middle East, Africa and South Asia are experiencing a profound transformation in their built environments, with over...
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Driving Infrastructure Investment in Zambia through PPPs
Driving Infrastructure Investment in Zambia through PPPs Zambia’s 2026 National Budget marks a bold turning point in the nation’s transport and logistics landscape. Presented by Finance Minister Dr Si...
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Rokbak Rugged ADT’s Hauling Africa’s Toughest Projects
Rokbak Rugged ADT’s Hauling Africa’s Toughest Projects In the relentless landscapes of Africa, where searing heat, swirling dust and torrential rains can turn a job site into a battleground, onl...
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Chinese Construction Giants Shifting Gears in Africa
Chinese Construction Giants Shifting Gears in Africa It wasn’t long ago that Western firms had a near-monopoly on Africa’s big construction deals. Back in 1990, companies from the United S...
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Unlocking Africa’s Climate Wealth through High-Integrity Carbon Markets
Unlocking Africa’s Climate Wealth through High-Integrity Carbon Markets Africa’s immense natural wealth – from tropical forests and mangroves to grasslands and peatlands – holds the key to the planet’...
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Sanlam Investments to Champion a Sustainable Future at AGES 2026
Sanlam Investments to Champion a Sustainable Future at AGES 2026 Sanlam Investments has renewed its sponsorship for Africa’s Green Economy Summit (AGES) 2026, marking the firm’s third consecutive year...
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Kong Solaire to Power Côte d’Ivoire’s Path to Energy Independence
Kong Solaire to Power Côte d’Ivoire’s Path to Energy Independence Côte d’Ivoire has taken a bold leap toward energy sovereignty with the launch of the Kong Solaire Photovoltaic Project, a large-scale...
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ICIEC Financing for the $466m Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Project in Nigeria
ICIEC Financing for the $466m Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Project in Nigeria In a move set to reshape West Africa’s transport landscape, the Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and E...
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Building the Continent’s Transport Future at Smarter Mobility Africa
Building the Continent’s Transport Future at Smarter Mobility Africa The annual Smarter Mobility Africa Summit 2025 in Johannesburg brought together the brightest minds and boldest innovators in trans...
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Driving Bankable Infrastructure and Investment Opportunities at Africa PPP 2025
Driving Bankable Infrastructure and Investment Opportunities at Africa PPP 2025 Africa’s most influential Public-Private Partnership (PPP) summit returns in 2025, promising a powerful mix of knowledge...
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Mobilising Finance for a Sustainable Future with UNDP and Carbon Markets Africa Summit
Mobilising Finance for a Sustainable Future with UNDP and Carbon Markets Africa Summit In a year defined by climate urgency and economic reinvention, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is...
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Trimble and Engineers Without Borders Partner to Empower Global Development
Trimble and Engineers Without Borders Partner to Empower Global Development Trimble has strengthened its global commitment to social impact by expanding its strategic partnership with the Engineers Wi...
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Morocco Infrastructure gets $2.6 Billion Investment from China
Morocco Infrastructure gets $2.6 Billion Investment from China China Construction Steel Structure Co., Ltd (CCSS) has landed a landmark deal in Morocco valued at US$2.6 billion, signifying a decisive...
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Driving Africa’s Mobility Revolution at Smarter Mobility Africa Summit
Driving Africa’s Mobility Revolution at Smarter Mobility Africa Summit Africa’s biggest stage for future transport is set to return in 2025. The Smarter Mobility Africa Summit (SMA) will once again ta...
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One Carbon World and Carbon Markets Africa Summit Driving Sustainable Growth
One Carbon World and Carbon Markets Africa Summit Driving Sustainable Growth One Carbon World (OCW) has been confirmed as the official climate impact partner for the upcoming Carbon Markets Africa Sum...
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Lobito Corridor Set to Transform African Mining and Trade
Lobito Corridor Set to Transform African Mining and Trade The Lobito Corridor is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in Africa, poised to redefine mining logistics acros...
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FIRE Project Ignites Africa’s Transition to PFAS-Free Firefighting Foams
FIRE Project Ignites Africa’s Transition to PFAS-Free Firefighting Foams The UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) have joined forces to launch an am...
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TASC Champions Scalable Climate Solutions at Carbon Markets Africa Summit
TASC Champions Scalable Climate Solutions at Carbon Markets Africa Summit The Carbon Markets Africa Summit, set to take place in Johannesburg from 22 to 23 October, is poised to bring together the con...
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A Digital Dawn for Senegal Infrastructure with new PPP Platform
A Digital Dawn for Senegal Infrastructure with new PPP Platform In a major leap for governance and investment, Senegal has unveiled its Source Sénégal PPP digital platform, an innovation set to redefi...
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NDB Backs South Africa’s Road Revival with ZAR7 Billion Loan
NDB Backs South Africa’s Road Revival with ZAR7 Billion Loan In a bold move to revitalise South Africa’s ageing road network and bolster economic resilience, the New Development Bank (NDB)...
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Komatsu Powers Peace and Progress in Senegal
Komatsu Powers Peace and Progress in Senegal In the once-vibrant Casamance region of southern Senegal, echoes of past conflict still linger beneath the surface. Though a ceasefire was signed back in 2...
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Unlocking Trust and Capital as Africa’s Carbon Markets Come of Age
Unlocking Trust and Capital as Africa’s Carbon Markets Come of Age Africa’s carbon future is hurtling into focus, and come October, Johannesburg will take centre stage. From 21 to 23 Octob...
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Namibia to Host Africa PPP 2025 to Champion Infrastructure and Investment
Namibia to Host Africa PPP 2025 to Champion Infrastructure and Investment Namibia is preparing to roll out the red carpet for the 15th Africa PPP Summit, taking place from 28 to 31 October 2025 at the...
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Seizing the Continent’s Climate Finance Future at Carbon Markets Africa Summit
Seizing the Continent’s Climate Finance Future at Carbon Markets Africa Summit Africa is standing on the edge of a defining moment in climate finance. As the global spotlight turns towards carbo...
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South Africa Setting the Stage for Infrastructure Evolution
South Africa Setting the Stage for Infrastructure Evolution South Africa’s construction and infrastructure sector is gearing up for a landmark event as Big 5 Construct South Africa and the South...
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Gambia Invites Bids for Brand-new terminal at Banjul International Airport
Gambia Invites Bids for Brand-new terminal at Banjul International Airport The Gambia has officially opened the bidding process for the construction of a brand-new terminal at Banjul International Air...
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Benin Building a Cleaner and Safer Urban Transport Future in Grand Nokoué
Benin Building a Cleaner and Safer Urban Transport Future in Grand Nokoué Benin has set its sights on a greener, safer, and more inclusive future. In a landmark move, the World Bank has just approved...
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World Bank Building Futures with Southern Niger Road Infrastructure Investment
World Bank Building Futures with Southern Niger Road Infrastructure Investment Southern Niger is set to undergo a transformative infrastructure upgrade, with the World Bank stepping in to finance a la...
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Transport Investment at the Heart of Food Security in Africa
Transport Investment at the Heart of Food Security in Africa Africa, paradoxically, grows plenty and yet struggles to feed its people. Despite tripling food production over the last three decades, nea...
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African Mining Week 2025 to Ignite Investment and Innovation
African Mining Week 2025 to Ignite Investment and Innovation The global push toward a low-carbon economy is creating a rush for critical minerals, and Africa is sitting on a goldmine—quite literally....
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Charging Ahead on NEV Infrastructure at Enlit Africa
Charging Ahead on NEV Infrastructure at Enlit Africa As the electric revolution surges forward, cities across the globe are shifting gears to keep up with the growing fleet of New Energy Vehicles (NEV...
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Building South Africa’s Future at Big 5 Construct and Infrastructure & Water Expo
Building South Africa’s Future at Big 5 Construct and Infrastructure & Water Expo South Africa’s construction industry is entering a new era. With the sector forecast to grow at an ave...
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Banjul International Airport Expansion Project Opens for Bids
Banjul International Airport Expansion Project Opens for Bids The Government of The Gambia, through the Ministry of Transport, Works, and Infrastructure (MOTWI) and the Gambia Civil Aviation Authority...
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Grove TM150 Truck Crane still Going Strong after Four Decades in Namibia
Grove TM150 Truck Crane still Going Strong after Four Decades in Namibia In an age when machines are upgraded faster than you can say “service interval,” it’s rare to come across a piece o...
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The Rise of North Africa as a Global Energy Force to be Highlight at AEW
The Rise of North Africa as a Global Energy Force to be Highlight at AEW When it comes to the global energy conversation, North Africa is no longer just a supporting player. It’s stepping...
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Africa Energy Week 2025 Driving $43 Billion Investment Momentum
Africa Energy Week 2025 Driving $43 Billion Investment Momentum Africa’s energy landscape is buzzing with optimism and unprecedented momentum, underscored by a massive $43 billion projected capi...
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Transport Evolution Africa Shaping Infrastructure Growth
Transport Evolution Africa Shaping Infrastructure Growth As Africa’s population hurtles towards doubling by 2050, the continent’s transport infrastructure faces an urgent need for expansion and modern...
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Africa’s Green Revolution Unlocking Billions in Sustainable Investment
Africa’s Green Revolution Unlocking Billions in Sustainable Investment Robin Bartmann, Chief Operating Officer of Vlinder in Kenya, radiates enthusiasm when discussing mangroves. “Mangroves aren...
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Hytera Driving Digital Transformation with Cable & Wireless in the Seychelles
Hytera Driving Digital Transformation with Cable & Wireless in the Seychelles Hytera Communications, a global leader in professional communication solutions, has entered into a strategic partnersh...
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Great Quest Unveils High-Grade Copper and Gold Discoveries in Namibia
Great Quest Unveils High-Grade Copper and Gold Discoveries in Namibia Namibia, a nation renowned for its vast desert landscapes and untapped mineral resources, continues to attract the interest of glo...
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