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Afreximbank procède à la pose de la première pierre de son centre commercial emblématique et de son nouveau siège social dans la nouvelle capitale égyptienne

Source: Africa Press Organisation – French

La Banque Africaine d’Import-Export (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com), première institution financière multilatérale d’Afrique, a franchi aujourd’hui une étape historique avec la cérémonie de pose de la première pierre du Centre commercial africain d’Afreximbank (AATC) de la nouvelle capitale d’Égypte, qui abritera également le nouveau siège mondial de la Banque.

Situé dans le quartier diplomatique de la nouvelle capitale, à environ 45 kilomètres à l’Est du Caire, le Centre commercial africain d’Afreximbank sera implanté dans un environnement moderne et stratégiquement aménagé réunissant des ministères, des ambassades étrangères et des organisations internationales. Il s’agira de la première installation de ce type dans la région de l’Afrique du Nord.

Lors de la cérémonie, le Premier ministre égyptien, le Dr Mostafa Madbouly, a déclaré : « La création du Centre commercial africain d’Afreximbank (AATC) dans la nouvelle capitale égyptienne reflète le rôle important joué par l’Égypte dans l’intégration économique continentale et la facilitation du commerce. En tant que pays hôte du siège mondial d’Afreximbank, l’Égypte est fière d’approfondir cette collaboration grâce à une infrastructure unique qui servira de plaque tournante pour l’intelligence commerciale, le renforcement des capacités, l’innovation et la connectivité continentale ».

Le Président d’Afreximbank et du Conseil d’administration de la Banque, le Dr George Elombi, a exprimé sa gratitude au gouvernement égyptien pour son soutien de longue date depuis la création d’Afreximbank en 1993. Il a souligné que l’Égypte accueille le siège mondial de la Banque depuis plus de trois décennies, contribuant de manière significative à la forte croissance d’Afreximbank. Il a ajouté que l’Égypte, représentée par sa Banque centrale, est également le plus grand actionnaire souverain d’Afreximbank.

Le Dr Elombi a déclaré : « Le Centre commercial africain d’Afreximbank ne vise pas simplement à s’adapter à l’expansion de la Banque, mais aussi à remédier au manque d’informations sur le commerce et l’investissement parmi les entreprises africaines ; un défi qui entrave la croissance du commerce et de l’investissement intra-africains depuis près de sept décennies ».

Qualifiant les relations entre Afreximbank et le gouvernement égyptien de « véritablement symbiotique », Dr Elombi a souligné qu’Afreximbank a injecté 41 milliards de dollars US dans l’économie égyptienne, contribuant ainsi à accroître les investissements dans des secteurs stratégiques tels que l’énergie, les télécommunications, la construction et l’industrie manufacturière, tout en renforçant les échanges commerciaux et les investissements entre l’Égypte et l’Afrique.

« Nous avons aidé les entités égyptiennes à tirer parti des opportunités d’investissement croissantes à travers l’Afrique, en les aidant à obtenir et à réaliser des projets dans plusieurs pays », a poursuivi le Président d’Afreximbank.

Le Centre commercial africain d’Afreximbank situé dans la nouvelle capitale (Caire) positionnera l’Égypte comme un centre commercial majeur, des centres de technologie du logement et d’incubation de PME, ainsi qu’une passerelle numérique du commerce africain offrant des informations commerciales, une diligence raisonnable à la clientèle, des paiements et d’autres services numériques.

L’AATC au Caire s’inscrit dans le cadre de la vision globale d’Afreximbank consistant à développer un réseau de centres commerciaux africains dans des pôles commerciaux stratégiques en Afrique et dans les Caraïbes. Ces centres fourniront des informations commerciales, des renseignements sur les marchés, des financements, des possibilités de réseautage et de collaboration, ainsi que des infrastructures de soutien essentielles pour accélérer le commerce, renforcer la coopération économique et stimuler la croissance intra-africaine.

Occupant un site de 48 888 mètres carrés, le complexe ultramoderne d’Afreximbank comprendra deux niveaux souterrains et six étages, pour une superficie totale construite de 156 147 mètres carrés.

Une fois terminé, l’AATC au Caire offrira 57 298 mètres carrés d’espace de bureaux pour accueillir le personnel en pleine expansion d’Afreximbank. Des espaces de bureaux supplémentaires seront mis à la disposition des agences africaines et internationales actives dans le commerce, le financement et l’investissement, ainsi que de certaines missions diplomatiques africaines à l’étranger.

Le complexe abritera un ensemble complet d’installations modernes destinées à soutenir le commerce, notamment un centre d’information commerciale, une bibliothèque et un centre de connaissances de classe mondiale, un centre d’innovation et d’incubation de PME pour soutenir l’entrepreneuriat, un centre d’affaires, un appart-hôtel de 110 chambres, un centre de conférence moderne de 750 places, un centre d’exposition, des magasins et des restaurants, des boutiques, de vastes installations techniques et de soutien, ainsi qu’un parking de 1 200 places.

La conception architecturale intègre trois blocs interconnectés, agencés autour d’une rue intérieure paysagée, créant ainsi le cœur social et spatial du complexe. Des cours intérieures verdoyantes, des allées ombragées et des espaces collaboratifs favoriseront une interaction fluide entre travail, formation et loisirs, reflétant l’engagement d’Afreximbank en faveur de l’innovation, du développement durable et du bien-être de ses collaborateurs.

Conçu pour obtenir la certification LEED Or ou supérieure, le complexe intégrera des systèmes intelligents à haute efficacité énergétique, l’énergie solaire, des technologies d’économie d’eau et une conception bioclimatique avec des espaces extérieurs ombragés et confortables.

Le nouveau siège d’Afreximbank s’impose ainsi comme l’un des projets institutionnels les plus modernes et respectueux de l’environnement d’Afrique.

Afreximbank a désigné Hassan Allam Construction, l’une des principales entreprises égyptiennes d’ingénierie et de construction, comme entrepreneur principal dans le cadre d’un contrat de 249,5 millions de dollars. La conception architecturale et la supervision du projet sont assurées par le cabinet d’ingénierie de renom EHAF Consulting Engineers.

Ce projet générera de nombreux emplois pendant la phase de construction et dans le cadre des opérations courantes. Il stimulera les opportunités pour les entrepreneurs locaux, les fournisseurs, les PME et un large éventail de prestataires de services.

La pose de la première pierre de l’AATC du Caire, dont les travaux devraient être achevés en début 2009, fait suite à l’AATC de la Barbade (https://apo-opa.co/48XmNFi) en mars 2025 et à l’ouverture officielle de l’AATC d’Abuja (https://apo-opa.co/459NMw3) en avril 2025. Des projets similaires sont en cours de mise en œuvre à Harare et Kampala.

Le réseau des centres commerciaux africains d’Afreximbank comprendra des pôles à Abuja (Nigeria), Harare (Zimbabwe), Kampala (Ouganda), Le Caire (Égypte), Abidjan (Côte d’Ivoire), Yaoundé (Cameroun), Bridgetown (Barbade), Kigali (Rwanda) et Tunis (Tunisie).

Ensemble, ces centres connecteront les acheteurs, les vendeurs, les fournisseurs, les prestataires de services, les entreprises, les gouvernements, les chambres de commerce, les institutions financières, les organisations de développement et la communauté africaine et mondiale du commerce et de l’investissement au sens large.

Distribué par APO Group pour Afreximbank.

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À propos d’Afreximbank :
La Banque Africaine d’Import-Export (Afreximbank) est une institution financière multilatérale panafricaine dédiée au financement et à la promotion du commerce intra et extra-africain. Depuis 30 ans, Afreximbank déploie des structures innovantes pour fournir des solutions de financement qui facilitent la transformation de la structure du commerce africain et accélèrent l’industrialisation et le commerce intrarégional, soutenant ainsi l’expansion économique en Afrique. Fervente défenseur de l’Accord sur la Zone de Libre-Échange Continentale Africaine (ZLECAf), Afreximbank a lancé les le Système panafricain de paiement et de règlement (PAPSS) qui a été adopté par l’Union africaine (UA) comme la plateforme de paiement et de règlement devant appuyer la mise en œuvre de la ZLECAf. En collaboration avec le Secrétariat de la ZLECAf et l’UA, la Banque a mis en place un Fonds d’ajustement de 10 milliards de dollars US pour aider les pays à participer de manière effective à la ZLECAf. À la fin de décembre 2024, le total des actifs et des garanties de la Banque s’élevait à environ 40,1 milliards de dollars US et les fonds de ses actionnaires s’établissaient à 7,2 milliards de dollars US. Afreximbank est notée A par GCR International Scale, Baa2 par Moody’s, AAA par China Chengxin International Credit Rating Co., Ltd (CCXI), A- par Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCR) et BBB par Fitch. Au fil des ans, Afreximbank est devenue un groupe constitué de la Banque, de sa filiale de financement à impact appelée Fonds de développement des exportations en Afrique (FEDA), et de sa filiale de gestion d’assurance, AfrexInsure, (les trois entités forment « le Groupe »). La Banque a son siège social au Caire, en Égypte.

Pour de plus amples informations, veuillez visiter www.Afreximbank.com

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Afreximbank Breaks Ground on its Iconic Trade Centre and New Headquarters in Egypt’s New Capital

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African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com), Africa’s leading multilateral financial institution, today marked a historic milestone with the groundbreaking ceremony of the Afreximbank African Trade Centre (AATC) in Egypt’s New Capital, which will also be the home of the Bank’s new global headquarters.

Situated in the Diplomatic District of the New Capital, approximately 45 kilometres east of Cairo, the Afreximbank African Trade Centre will be located in a modern, strategically planned environment that brings together government ministries, foreign embassies, and international organisations. It will be the first facility of its kind in the North Africa region.

Speaking at the ceremony, Egypt’s Prime Minister, His Excellency, Dr Mostafa Madbouly, said: “The establishment of the Afreximbank African Trade Centre (AATC) in Egypt’s New Capital reflects Egypt’s important role in driving continental economic integration and trade facilitation.

“As the host country of Afreximbank’s global headquarter, Egypt is proud to deepen this collaboration through a landmark facility that will serve as a hub for trade intelligence, capacity building, innovation, and continental connectivity.”

Afreximbank’s President and Chairman of its Board of Directors, Dr George Elombi, expressed appreciation to the Government of Egypt for its steadfast support since the Bank’s establishment in 1993. He noted that Egypt has hosted the Bank’s global headquarters for more than three decades, contributing significantly to the Afreximbank’s strong growth, and that Egypt, represented by its Central Bank, is also the largest sovereign shareholder of Afreximbank.

Dr Elombi said: “This Afreximbank African Trade Centre in the New Capital is meant not simply to accommodate the expansion of the Bank, but provide a concrete solution designed to address the lack of trade and investment information among African businesses; a challenge that has confounded the growth of intra-African trade and investment for nearly seven decades.”

Describing the relationship between Afreximbank and the Government of Egypt as ‘truly symbiotic’, Dr Elombi said the Bank has disbursed US$41 billion into the Egyptian economy to date, supporting increased investment in strategic sectors including energy, telecommunications, construction and manufacturing, while strengthening Egypt-Africa trade and investment.

“We have helped Egyptian entities capitalise on growing investment opportunities across Africa, helping them secure and execute projects in several countries.”

The Afreximbank African Trade Centre in the New Capital, Cairo, will position Egypt as a major trade hub, housing technology and SME incubation centres as well as a digital African trade gateway offering trade information, customer due diligence, payments, and other digital services.

The AATC in Cairo is part of Afreximbank’s broader vision to develop a network of African Trade Centres in strategic commercial hubs across Africa and the Caribbean. These centres will provide trade information, market intelligence, financing, networking and collaboration opportunities, and essential support facilities to accelerate trade, strengthen economic cooperation, and drive intra-African growth.

Occupying a 48,888-square-metre site, the state-of-the-art Afreximbank development will feature two basement levels and six floors, with a total gross built-up area of 156,147 square metres.

Once completed, the AATC in Cairo will offer 57,298 square metres of office space to accommodate Afreximbank’s rapidly expanding workforce. Additional office space will be made available for African and international agencies involved in trade, finance, and investment, as well as for some foreign African diplomatic missions.

The complex will host a full suite of modern trade-supporting facilities, including a trade information centre, a world-class library and knowledge hub, an innovation and SME incubation centre to support entrepreneurship, a business centre, a 110-room aparthotel, a 750-seater modern conference centre, an exhibition centre, retail and dinning outlets, shops, extensive back-of-house and support facilities and a 1,200-bay parking structure.

The architectural design integrates three interconnected blocks arranged around a landscaped internal street, creating the social and spatial heart of the complex. Green courtyards, shaded walkways, and collaborative spaces will encourage seamless interaction between work, learning, and leisure reflecting Afreximbank’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and staff wellbeing.

Designed to achieve Gold-level LEED certification or higher, the complex will feature smart energy-efficient systems, solar power integration, water-saving technologies, and climate-responsive design with comfortable shaded outdoor spaces.

This makes the new Afreximbank headquarters one of Africa’s most advanced and environmentally conscious institutional developments.

Afreximbank has appointed Hassan Allam Construction, one of Egypt’s leading engineering and construction companies, as the main contractor under a US$249.5 million contract. Architectural design and project supervision are being led by renowned engineering firm EHAF Consulting Engineers.

This project will generate significant employment throughout the construction phase and in ongoing operations. It will stimulate opportunities for local contractors, suppliers, SMEs, and a wide range of service providers.

Scheduled for completion in early 2029, the AATC in Cairo’s groundbreaking follows the AATC- Barbados (https://apo-opa.co/48XmNFi) groundbreaking in March 2025 and the official opening of the AATC in Abuja (https://apo-opa.co/459NMw3) in April 2025. Construction is already underway for similar projects in Harare and Kampala.

The Afreximbank African Trade Centre network will include hubs in Abuja (Nigeria), Harare (Zimbabwe), Kampala (Uganda), Cairo (Egypt), Abidjan (Côte d’Ivoire), Yaoundé (Cameroon), Bridgetown (Barbados), Kigali (Rwanda) and Tunis (Tunisia).

Together, these Centres will connect buyers, sellers, suppliers, service providers, enterprises, governments, chambers of commerce, financial institutions, development organisations, and the wider African and global trade and investment community.

– on behalf of Afreximbank.

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About Afreximbank:
African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) is a Pan-African multilateral financial institution mandated to finance and promote intra- and extra-African trade. For over 30 years, the Bank has been deploying innovative structures to deliver financing solutions that support the transformation of the structure of Africa’s trade, accelerating industrialisation and intra-regional trade, thereby boosting economic expansion in Africa. A stalwart supporter of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA), Afreximbank has launched a Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) that was adopted by the African Union (AU) as the payment and settlement platform to underpin the implementation of the AfCFTA. Working with the AfCFTA Secretariat and the AU, the Bank has set up a US$10 billion Adjustment Fund to support countries effectively participating in the AfCFTA. At the end of December 2024, Afreximbank’s total assets and contingencies stood at over US$40.1 billion, and its shareholder funds amounted to US$7.2 billion. Afreximbank has investment grade ratings assigned by GCR (international scale) (A), Moody’s (Baa2), China Chengxin International Credit Rating Co., Ltd (CCXI) (AAA), Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCR) (A-) and Fitch (BBB-). Afreximbank has evolved into a group entity comprising the Bank, its equity impact fund subsidiary called the Fund for Export Development Africa (FEDA), and its insurance management subsidiary, AfrexInsure (together, “the Group”). The Bank is headquartered in Cairo, Egypt.

For more information, visit: www.Afreximbank.com

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Call for caution as road accidents claim 12 lives  

Source: Government of South Africa

Call for caution as road accidents claim 12 lives  

The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has reiterated a call for motorists to exercise caution on the roads this festive season after 12 people died in two separate accidents this weekend.

On Saturday, seven people, including a baby, died when an SUV and a light delivery vehicle collided head-on on the N12 between Kimberly and Warrenton in the Northern Cape.

Both vehicles caught alight.

Five other people died on the N12 in Fochville, Gauteng, when two vehicles were also involved in a head-on collision. Three people died on the scene, while two others died later in the hospital.

The exact causes of these crashes are not yet known. The RTMC crash investigation unit is working with the police to probe factors that may have contributed to these fatal crashes.

“Motorists are further advised to take regular rest stops when travelling on long-distance trips. They must also reduce speed and avoid driving under the influence of alcohol,” RTMC said. –SAnews.gov.za

 

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SA to participate in UN anti-corruption conference

Source: Government of South Africa

SA to participate in UN anti-corruption conference

The Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, will lead a South African delegation to the world’s largest international gathering dedicated to combating corruption.

The Minister will lead the delegation to the 11th Session of the Conference of the States Parties (CoSP11) to the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC), taking place from 15 to 19 December 2025 in Doha, State of Qatar.

“Fighting corruption remains a central priority for South Africa and has strengthened alignment with the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) standards and signed the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime, deepening its commitment to addressing corruption, cyber-enabled crime, and international financial offences,” the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Development said on Saturday.

More than 2 000 participants, including high-level officials from governments, regional and international organisations, civil society, and the private sector, are expected to attend.

CoSP11, also known as the UN Anti-Corruption Conference, is the world’s largest international gathering dedicated to combating corruption and serves as the main policymaking body of the Convention.

Adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 2003, UNCAC remains the only legally binding universal anti-corruption instrument, offering a comprehensive global framework through its mandatory provisions.
The Convention entered into force in December 2005 and currently has 192 States Parties. 

“Convened every two years, the CoSP strengthens the capacity of and cooperation among States Parties in fulfilling the objectives of UNCAC.
“The Minister and delegation will share South Africa’s progress and experiences in combating corruption, while learning from and collaborating with other States,” the Ministry said.

Held under the theme “Shaping Tomorrow’s Integrity”, CoSP11 will focus on five core thematic areas of the Convention: preventive measures, criminalisation and law enforcement; international cooperation; asset recovery; and technical assistance and information exchange, while also addressing emerging global threats.

Key topics include the use of artificial intelligence and new technologies to detect and prevent corruption; the links between corruption, economic crime, and organised crime; strengthening public financial systems to reduce illicit financial flows; advancing integrity in the private sector; and safeguarding investigative journalism, media professionals, and whistle-blowers.
Delegates will further reflect on progress since the 2021 UN General Assembly Special Session on Corruption.

A major milestone of the session will be the launch of the second phase of the Mechanism for the Review of Implementation of UNCAC, through a resolution to be tabled by the State of Qatar.

The South African delegation comprises of officials from the Departments of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO); Public Service and Administration (DPSA); the South African Police Service (SAPS); the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA); Special Investigating Unit (SIU); the Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) and the Public Protector. –SAnews.gov.za

 

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Call for Gender Equality Commission commissioner nominations

Source: Government of South Africa

Call for Gender Equality Commission commissioner nominations

The Portfolio Committee on Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities has called on members of the public and organisations to nominate suitable candidates for appointment to serve as commissioners on the Commission for Gender Equality.

The candidates must be South African citizens, who are fit and proper persons for appointment to the Commission and who are broadly representative of the South African community. 

The commission’s constitutional mandate is to promote respect for gender equality and the protection, development and attainment of gender equality.

“They must also have a record of commitment to the promotion of gender equality and have applicable knowledge of and experience in matters connected with the objectives of the Commission,” the portfolio committee said on Friday.
The President will, on recommendation of Parliament, appoint a member to the Commission for a term of office not exceeding five years. 

“Commission members may be appointed as full-time or part-time commissioners. Any person whose term of office as a member of the Commission has expired may be reappointed for one additional term,” the portfolio commission said.
Nominations must contain the full name, address/email address and contact details of the person or organisation making the nomination, along with their signature, as well as a signed acceptance of the nomination by the nominee.

All applicants/nominees will be required to complete an online application, (https://forms.gle/PY6GQQVjZDNsRh1u9) on the parliamentary website or submit by hand at the Parliamentary Visitors Centre, 100 Plein Street, Cape Town City Centre, 8000. 
All applicants and nominees are required to submit a full curriculum vitae and certified copies (not older than three months) of their identity documents and academic qualifications.

The closing date for applications is midnight on 1 February 2026. –SAnews.gov.za
 

 

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Traffic officers adopt a zero-tolerance stance towards bribery

Source: Government of South Africa

Traffic officers adopt a zero-tolerance stance towards bribery

The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has welcomed the arrest of eight motorists for allegedly attempting to bribe officers since the start of the festive season.

In a statement on Saturday, the RTMC said it is encouraged to witness the courage shown by traffic officers to deal with bribery and corruption.

“This is a new and refreshing attitude which shows a determination by traffic officers have adopted a zero tolerance to clean up their image and enforce the law without favour.

“The RTMC is pleased with the no-nonsense attitude displayed by the officers and is hoped that it will lead to a reduction in road crashes and fatalities.”

Two of arrests were made in the Western Cape, three in the Eastern Cape and three in Gauteng since 1 December 2025. –SAnews.gov.za

 

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Qatar Condemns Terrorist Attack Targeting Joint U.S.–Syrian Patrol in Central Syria

Source: Government of Qatar

Doha – 13 December 2025

The State of Qatar condemns the terrorist attack that targeted a joint U.S.–Syrian patrol near the city of Palmyra in the center of the sisterly Syrian Arab  Republic, resulting in fatalities and injuries.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reaffirms the State of Qatar’s firm and unwavering position rejecting violence, terrorism, and criminal acts in all their forms, regardless of motives or justifications.

The Ministry also expresses the State of Qatar’s condolences to the families of the victims, as well as to the governments and peoples of the United States of America and the Syrian Arab Republic, and wishes the injured a speedy recovery.

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Le Président Evariste Ndayishimiye inaugure l’Immeuble “Ikirezi” et lance officiellement la Bourse du Burundi

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Le Chef de l’État burundais, Son Excellence Évariste Ndayishimiye, a officiellement inauguré le nouvel immeuble dénommé « Ikirezi », abritant le siège de la Banque Commerciale du Burundi (BANCOBU). À cette occasion, le Président de la République a salué et félicité l’équipe dirigeante de la BANCOBU pour la réalisation de cette infrastructure moderne, alignée à la Vision du Burundi émergent en 2040 et développé en 2060.

Dans le même cadre, Son Excellence Évariste Ndayishimiye a procédé au lancement officiel du marché des capitaux, marquant l’ouverture solennelle de la Bourse du Burundi. Par le geste symbolique de la sonnerie de la cloche, le Chef de l’État a donné le coup d’envoi d’un marché financier appelé à être solide, inclusif et moteur du développement économique national.

L’immeuble Ikirezi est un complexe moderne comprenant plusieurs bureaux, des salles de réunions, un mall destiné aux activités commerciales, un parking d’une capacité de 131 véhicules, ainsi qu’une piscine à eau thermale artificielle. Une visite guidée a été assurée par l’Administratrice Directrice Générale de la BANCOBU, Madame Trinitas Girukwishaka.

À l’issue de cette visite, le Président de la République a procédé à la coupure du ruban inaugural, à la signature du livre d’or de l’immeuble Ikirezi.

Dans son allocution, Son Excellence Évariste Ndayishimiye a exprimé sa satisfaction face à cet édifice de haut standing, tout en exhortant les opérateurs économiques à mutualiser leurs capitaux afin de renforcer les investissements et de redynamiser l’économie nationale. Il a particulièrement insisté sur la nécessité pour les investisseurs burundais de travailler en synergie pour la création d’industries de transformation, au regard des importantes potentialités minières récemment identifiées à travers le territoire national.

Enfin, le Chef de l’État a appelé la population burundaise à un travail assidu et productif en vue d’accroître les exportations et de générer des devises. Il a également encouragé les institutions bancaires à étendre leurs agences à l’intérieur du pays, afin de mieux accompagner une population de plus en plus engagée dans les activités génératrices de revenus et le développement durable du Burundi.

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ConstructAfrica Hosts its First Ambassador Town Hall, Marking a Milestone in Advancing Africa’s Construction Leadership

Source: APO

On Friday, 28 November 2025, ConstructAfrica (https://ConstructAfrica.com/) successfully convened its inaugural Ambassador Town Hall Meeting, bringing together a distinguished group of leaders from across Africa’s construction, infrastructure, finance, legal, education, technology, and policy sectors. This historic gathering marks the formal introduction of the ConstructAfrica Ambassadors Programme, an initiative designed by the ConstructAfrica Industry Advisory Board (CIAB) to champion excellence, collaboration, and thought leadership across the continent’s built-environment ecosystem.

The Town Hall set the foundation for a new pan-African community of experts committed to strengthening Africa’s construction sector, one of the continent’s most important engines of economic and social development.

A Milestone for Africa’s Construction Future

The inaugural Town Hall highlighted both the significance of Africa’s construction and infrastructure landscape and the urgent need for coordinated leadership. The sector (one of the fastest-growing globally) contributes up to 11% of GDP in key African markets, attracts trillions of dollars in pipeline investments, and serves as a catalyst for job creation, industrialisation, regional integration, and improved quality of life across the continent.

Against this backdrop, the Ambassadors Programme aims to mobilise 100 influential leaders by 2026 to help shape a more sustainable, investable, and globally competitive construction industry for Africa.

In introducing the ConstructAfrica Ambassadors Programme, Dr Nelson Ogunshakin OBE, Chair of ConstructAfrica Industry Advisory Board (CIAB), said, “We are delighted to have secured the commitment of highly qualified and enthusiastic corporate executives across the African continent to form the first cohort of the Ambassadors. The Ambassadors Programme brings together a carefully selected group of exceptional professionals and visionaries committed to advancing Africa’s infrastructure transformation. The initiative will serve as a global think tank and collaborative network, elevating Africa’s voice in development discourse and strengthening the flow of insights, innovations, and best practices across the sector. On behalf of the CIAB, I would like to welcome onboard our new ambassadors and look forward to collaborating with each member towards the successful delivery of future programme – strengthening the African construction sector.”

Demonstrating ConstructAfrica’s Commitment to Excellence

The launch of the Town Hall and Ambassadors Programme signals ConstructAfrica’s deepening commitment to supporting Africa’s construction ecosystem with reliable market intelligence, strategic dialogue, and platforms for knowledge exchange.

Sharing his reflections on the significance of the programme, Dr. Segun Faniran, Founder and Publisher of ConstructAfrica, said: “The ConstructAfrica Ambassadors Programme brings together distinguished thought leaders from diverse fields across key sectors relevant to the African construction landscape. Through this initiative, we are building a powerful network of visionaries committed to advancing industry standards, fostering collaboration, and shaping the future of infrastructure development in Africa. The programme reflects ConstructAfrica’s commitment to market intelligence, thought leadership, and sustainable growth, laying the foundation for a more connected and resilient continent.”

As a pan-African hub for data, insights, and thought leadership, ConstructAfrica remains dedicated to empowering investors, developers, policymakers, and practitioners to make informed decisions that lead to sustainable, impactful infrastructure delivery.

The Town Hall concluded with expressions of gratitude to the inaugural cohort of Ambassadors – leaders whose expertise and passion reflect ConstructAfrica’s vision of building a stronger, more connected, and more resilient Africa.

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Name

Role

Area of Expertise

Country

1

Jumoke Ogundare

Chief Executive Officer, Lagos Lagoon Highways Limited

Developer & Investor

Nigeria

2

Hakeem Ogunniran

Chair, Eximia Realty

Housing Development

Nigeria

3

Grace Bema

Managing Director, BCHOD Consulting Engineers

Design Engineering

Zimbabwe

4

Rob Morson

Partner, Pinsent Masons

Legal / Solicitors

South Africa

5

Tunde Fagbemi

Chair, Dukia Gold

Aviation & Mining

Nigeria

6

Eddie Andrews

Deputy Mayor of Cape Town

Government

South Africa

7

Colette Yende

Chief Procurement Officer, Transnet Engineering

Procurement

South Africa

8

Bruce Mutaurwa

Chief Executive Officer, Rapidus Engineering

Civil Engineering

South Africa

9

Nkgatho Tlale

Deputy Vice Chancellor, Tshwane University of Technology

Engineering / Academic Leadership

South Africa

10

Mqhele Dlodlo

Vice Chancellor, NUST, Zimbabwe

Engineering / Academic Leadership

Zimbabwe

11

Vibhuti Jain

MD, Regional Head of Africa, DFC

Infrastructure Finance

South Africa

12

Denamo Addisie

Professor, Addis Ababa University

Construction Project Management

Ethiopia

13

Sophonias Deneke

Director, Amigos Institute

Construction Technology

Ethiopia

14

Wubishet Jekale Menegsha

Director, Jekale CM Consultancy

Construction

Ethiopia

15

Shiferaw Alemu

Program Director, Ethiopian Aviation

Infrastructure Development

Ethiopia

16

Refilwe S. Buthelezi

President, Federation of African Engineering Organisations (FAEO)

Engineering Leadership

South Africa

17

Kazawedi Papias

Managing Director, TASK Africa

Engineering Leadership

Tanzania

18

James Afolalu

Program Manager (Data), Cognizant

Infrastructure Asset Management; IT

Nigeria

19

Alfie Chimedza

Director, Programme Advisory, Gleeds

Infrastructure Advisory

Zimbabwe

20

Yusuf Abdi

Construction Engineer, Cullen, Grummitt & Roe

Construction Engineering

Somalia

21

Bwalya Lumbwe

Construction Dispute Expert, Incipio, Zambia

Construction Law; FIDIC

Zambia

22

Derrick Nkera

Director, Turner & Townsend, Rwanda

Cost Management; Construction Consulting; East Africa

Rwanda

23

Lanre Lawale

Group Leader, Technical Specialist Services – India, Middle East and Africa, Arup

Façade Engineering

Nigeria

24

Wale Okubadejo

Managing Partner, OAC Architects

Architecture

Nigeria

25

Igbuan Okaisobor

Chief Executive Officer, Construction Kaiser

Construction Business

Nigeria

26

Claire Barclay

Partner, Pinsent Masons

Construction Law; Infrastructure Project Planning; Finance Structuring; Risk Management

South Africa

27

Theophilus Shittu

UNESCO Chair in Earthen Architecture, Building Cultures, and Sustainable Development

Sustainable Architecture; Urbanism; Architectural Technology; Construction Technology; Construction Management

Nigeria

28

Ronald Mbiu

Consultant Quantity Surveyor & Construction Project Manager, Endelevu Designs, Kenya

Sustainable Design & Construction Services

Kenya

29

Charles Malek

Global Director, Structural & Bridge Engineering, Dar Al Handasah (DAR)

Bridge Engineering; Building Structures; 3D Printing

(based in Lebanon)

30

Hussein Mohammed

Professor of Civil Engineering, Obafemi Awolowo University, Nigeria

Engineering Materials; Operational & Performance Evaluation of Engineering Structures

Nigeria

31

Aramide Adeyoye

Chief Executive Officer, ABM Infrastructure Advisory

Infrastructure Planning; Engineering Procurement & Construction

Nigeria

32

Katelula Kaswaga

Bridge Engineer, Yoosh

Bridge Engineering

Tanzania

33

Vishal Haripersad

Managing Director, Knight Piésold Southern Africa

Engineering (Mining & Infrastructure)

South Africa

34

Rizwan Qadri

Managing Director, Riz Consulting Services Limited

Infrastructure & Consulting

Tanzania

35

Brighton Mapfumo

Project Manager, Seychelles Infrastructure Agency

Project Management & Quantity Surveying

Seychelles

36

Charles Gavamukulya

Managing Director (Contracts and Commercial Lead), CG Engineering Consults

Construction Law & Dispute Resolution

Uganda

37

Concepter Ouma

Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveying

Kenya

38

John Beecroft

Chief Executive Officer, Tetramanor

Finance; Contracting

Nigeria

39

Effie Mpakati-Gama

Vice-Chancellow, University of Hebron, Malawi; Consultant, Sustainable Construction, Malawi

Sustainability; Green Construction

Malawi

40

Marzia Traverso

Professor of Sustainability in Civil Engineering; Co-founder, Circular SRL

Sustainability; Green Construction

(based in Germany)

41

Kahilu Kajimo-Shakantu

Department Head, Quantity Survey & Construction Management, University of the Free State

Construction

South Africa

42

Abimbola Windapo

Deputy Dean, University of Cape Town

Construction

South Africa / Nigeria

43

Olusegun Ijalana

Senior Architect / Project Manager, Seychelles Infrastructure Agency

Architecture

Nigeria / Seychelles

44

Marde van Wyk

Private Markets Principal Consultant, 27four

Finance

South Africa

45

Elton Zingwevu

Chief Executive Officer, Excellentia Training Solutions

Insurance

South Africa

46

Femi Edun

Director, Frontier Capital Ltd

Project Structuring

Nigeria

47

Halima Kyari

Director, Access Bank PLC

Risk Management

Nigeria

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Inteligência Artifical em África: Relatório do Banco Africano de Desenvolvimento projeta uma subida de 1 bilião de dólares no Produto Interno Bruto (PIB) até 2035 devido ao aumento da produtividade

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O Banco Africano de Desenvolvimento (www.AfDB.org) divulgou um relatório que estabelece um roteiro estratégico para desbloquear o potencial económico e social da inteligência artificial (IA) em toda a África. Desenvolvido no âmbito do Grupo de Trabalho sobre Transformação Digital do G20, o relatório com o título ‘Ganhos de produtividade da IA em África: caminhos para a eficiência do trabalho, o crescimento económico e a transformação inclusiva’ oferece uma visão geral do potencial da IA para promover o desenvolvimento.

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O estudo, realizado pela empresa de consultoria Bazara Tech, conclui que a implementação inclusiva da IA poderia gerar até 1 bilião de dólares ao PIB até 2035 – o equivalente a quase um terço da produção económica atual do continente. Esse potencial é sustentado pela crescente capacidade digital de África, demografia favorável e reformas setoriais em curso, tornando-a uma das regiões mais promissoras para o crescimento impulsionado pela IA em todo o mundo.

De acordo com o relatório, espera-se que os dividendos da IA se concentrem em setores selecionados de alto impacto, em vez de se espalharem uniformemente por toda a economia africana. A análise identificou cinco setores prioritários – agricultura (20%), comércio grossista e retalhista (14%), manufatura e indústria 4.0 (9%), finanças e inclusão (8%) e saúde e ciências da vida (7%) – que, juntos, devem capturar 58% dos ganhos totais da IA, ou aproximadamente 580 mil milhões de dólares até 2035. Estes setores combinam dimensão económica, prontidão para adotar a IA e forte potencial para proporcionar resultados de desenvolvimento inclusivos.

“Definimos as ações-chave neste relatório, identificando as áreas onde a implementação inicial se deve concentrar”, afirmou Nicholas Williams, gerente da Divisão de Operações de TIC do Banco. “O Banco está pronto para libertar investimentos para apoiar essas ações. Esperamos que o setor privado e o governo utilizem esses investimentos para garantir que alcancemos os ganhos de produtividade identificados e criemos empregos de qualidade”, acrescentou.

O relatório afirma que a concretização do potencial da IA depende de cinco facilitadores interligados: dados, computação, competências, confiança e capital. Dados fiáveis e interoperáveis constituem a base da IA, enquanto uma infraestrutura de computação escalável garante que as soluções possam ser implementadas de forma eficiente em todo o continente. O relatório observa que uma força de trabalho qualificada é essencial para desenvolver, implementar e manter sistemas de IA, e que a confiança – construída através da governação e de quadros regulamentares – sustenta a adoção. O relatório observa ainda que os facilitadores, juntamente com um investimento de capital adequado para reduzir os riscos da inovação e acelerar a implementação, “promoveriam um ciclo de crescimento impulsionado pela IA”.

O relatório também descreve um roteiro em três fases para a preparação de África para a IA: ignição (2025-27), consolidação (2028-31) e escala (2032-35).

“Alcançar os primeiros marcos até 2026 colocará o motor da IA africana em movimento”, afirmou Ousmane Fall, diretor de Desenvolvimento Industrial e Comercial do Banco. “O desafio de África já não é o que fazer, mas sim fazê-lo a tempo”.

Distribuído pelo Grupo APO para African Development Bank Group (AfDB).

Contacto para os media:
Amba Mpoke-Bigg 
Departamento de Comunicação e Relações Externas 
media@afdb.org

Sobre o Grupo Banco Africano de Desenvolvimento:
O Grupo Banco Africano de Desenvolvimento é a principal instituição financeira de desenvolvimento em África. Inclui três entidades distintas: o Banco Africano de Desenvolvimento (AfDB), o Fundo Africano de Desenvolvimento (ADF) e o Fundo Fiduciário da Nigéria (NTF). Presente no terreno em 41 países africanos, com uma representação externa no Japão, o Banco contribui para o desenvolvimento económico e o progresso social dos seus 54 Estados-membros. Mais informações em www.AfDB.org/pt

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