Archive for the ‘Property’ category

West Africa: International brands push demand for retail space

There is a strong demand for retail space in both Nigeria and Ghana, driven by a growing middle-class and interest from international brands to enter West Africa.

Mozambique property market showing steady growth, says developer

Mozambique’s real estate market has been steadily growing over the past years, in sharp contrast to many other regions in the world.

Kenya’s Equity Bank launches innovative new mortgage product

Equity Bank wants to give low-income Kenyans the opportunity to own a home through an innovative new mortgage product.

Five reasons why Lagos’s real estate sector is set to take-off

Alitheia Capital has identified five initiatives by the Lagos State Government that are having a significant impact on the real estate sector.

Short stay serviced accommodation a “clear investment opportunity”

Nigeria’s short stay serviced accommodation industry holds good potential for further investment.

Marriott not shooting from the hip with Rwanda five-star hotel

Marriott International, in its bid to capitalise on the rising demands of Africa’s emerging marketplace, plans to launch a 5-star hotel in Rwanda’s capital city.

Flexible office space firm sees growing demand in Africa

One of the world’s largest providers of flexible office space, Regus, recently opened their newest office in Abidjan, Ivory Coast.

Lusaka skyscraper to be evidence of Zambia’s new prosperity

Zambia’s tallest building, the burnt-out Society House tower in Lusaka, is to be redeveloped at a cost of US$100 million.

Pam Golding chief shares his thoughts on Africa’s real estate market

How we made it in Africa interviews Dr Andrew Golding, chief executive of South African real estate agency Pam Golding.

Can a new law restore sanity to Lagos’ rental market?

Nigeria’s housing shortage – estimated to be between 14 and 17 million units – is strongly impacting property prices.