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Real Estate

The Rise of Nigerian Real Estate entrepreneur Osilama Osilama

Osilama Emmanuel Osilama, the renowned Nigerian entrepreneur and CEO of Nuel Osilama Global, has once again demonstrated his unwavering commitment to societal development...

IFC to Invest $7 Million in Yakeey to Boost Morocco’s Proptech Growth

The International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private sector arm of the World Bank Group, is planning to invest up to $7 million in...

AI Startup xBites Selected for the Google for Startups Accelerator

In real estate, speed and trust often make the difference between winning and losing a customer. xBites, a North African startup, understands this...

Isa Kamuhangire: Building Uganda’s Affordable Housing Future

In the crowded neighborhoods of Mbarara, Uganda, where the walls of homes seemed thinner than the hopes of those who lived in them,...

African Diaspora Investment Made Easy with Obsidian and Mukamba

The 2025 ZimReal Property Investment Forum was a veritable confluence of visionaries, investors, and developers, but amid the throng of over 600 attendees...

Egypt Proptech Challenge 2025 to Drive Real Estate Innovation

The Egypt Proptech Challenge 2025 is set to build on the success of its inaugural edition in 2024, positioning Egypt as a regional...

Adedolapo Akinrinade: Pioneering Real Estate Entrepreneurship in Africa

In the vibrant landscape of African real estate, few names resonate with the blend of resilience, innovation and purpose like that of Adedolapo...

How Fractional Real Estate Is Redefining Access to Property Wealth

As Egypt’s real estate market becomes increasingly competitive and property prices continue to rise, the traditional path to ownership is growing more difficult...

World Bank Approves $200m for Cameroon’s Urban Development

Cameroon is taking a significant stride towards sustainable urban development with the recent approval of a $200 million (approximately 114.6 billion CFA francs)...

Farouk Ben Achour and the Rise of The Landlord

From bootstrapping a renovation to managing over 100 properties across two countries, Farouk Ben Achour has built a rapidly growing hospitality-tech company that...

Building Dreams from Soweto: The Corestone Story

From the vibrant, bustling South African streets of Diepkloof, Soweto, emerged two visionary entrepreneurs bound by a shared birthplace and a profound passion...

Fixing Liberia’s Land Crisis: The Man Behind LIB Homes Speaks Out

In the quiet corners of Liberia, nestled between villages and winding dirt roads, a boy named Momo Gbanya Kandakai once wandered barefoot through...

Global Trade Wars and Tariff Shocks: A New Frontier for Africa’s Real Estate Sector

As the world grapples with an escalating trade war ignited by sweeping tariffs from the United States and retaliatory measures from China and...

Why Laetitia Melidor Is a Name to Know in African Media and Marketing

In a world full of noise, few voices cut through with clarity, purpose, and an irresistible energy—and Laetitia Melidor is one of them....

Brian Sango: From Restaurant Cleaner to Real Estate Mogul

Brian Sango’s journey from scrubbing restaurant floors to closing multimillion-rand real estate deals is nothing short of extraordinary. With over 750 properties sold,...

Wagane Diouf: A Visionary Transforming African Finance and Real Estate.

Ismael Wagane Diouf’s journey exemplifies the spirit of visionary entrepreneurship in Africa. From his roots in Senegal to his experiences in the U.S....

Nyasha Munangwa and the Story of Nasdec Construction and Engineering

“To become a leading construction firm while delivering projects that consistently exceed international standards and provide exceptional customer service.” This is the vision...

Against All Odds: How Tapiwa Dzikiti Built Southwales Real Estate from the Ground Up

In the heart of Zimbabwe’s rural Mashonaland East, amidst the undulating hills of Njanja in Chikomba District, a story of hard work, determination,...

From a Kombi Driver to a refined Realtor: The story of Allen Chigwaza

Allen Chigwaza, founder and CEO of Grapple Properties, exemplifies the power of determination and vision. Since 2021, this young Zimbabwean entrepreneur has led...

Tendekai Mawire: From Village Barber to Construction Industry Leader

Tendekai Mawire, the chief executive officer of Amacon Civils, is a determined entrepreneur shaping his own success story in Zimbabwe’s construction sector. Based...

Memory Mashingaidze leads Great Zimbabwe Hydro Project to transform energy

The highly anticipated Great Zimbabwe Hydro Power Project has officially commenced operations, marking a significant milestone in the country’s renewable energy development. Located...