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Africa Proptech Forum set to connect real estate and tech, and fast-track African property innovation

With the theme of this year’s API Summit, ‘IMPACT’, the forum will delve into how effective strategy and execution can drive success in Africa’s property sector

Proptech, the convergence of property and technology, is now widely recognised as a pivotal force behind innovation and efficiency in real estate. It is reshaping how properties are developed, managed, and experienced. This transformation is particularly relevant in Africa, where the adoption of proptech is still in its early stages,…

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The future of African hospitality: Investment, innovation and strategic partnerships

Harnessing Africa's unique appeal to boost tourism and economic growth will take centre stage at the upcoming API Hospitality & Residences Forum 2024

Africa's tourism sector is poised for an exciting ascent, and it has the potential to soar if it is propelled by visionary strategies and robust investments that harness the continent's unparalleled tourist allure. Amid the unprecedented changes of recent years, Africa’s tourist appeal is greater than ever. With the right…

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Cape Town welcomes The Africa Property Investment (API) Summit 2024 to explore impactful strategies for Africa’s real estate

The 15th annual API Summit 2024 will bring together over 550 delegates from more than 30 African and international countries

The Africa Property Investment (API) Summit, the continent’s premier real estate gathering, returns for its 15th edition on 19 and 20 September 2024 for its Cape Town debut at the Westin Hotel, Cape Town.  Under the theme, ‘IMPACT’, this year’s summit will explore how effective strategy and execution are key…

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African Property Investment awards 2024 now open

Celebrating excellence in African real estate, including South Africa: enter now!

The 8th annual African Property Investment Awards (API Awards) (www.APIEvents.com) are now open for entries. This prestigious platform recognises excellence in the African real estate industry. This year, for the first time, the #APIawards will be open to entries from South Africa. The awards, which will be presented at the API Summit…

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    • Hundreds of real estate leaders set to gather at African Property Investment (API) Mauritius & Indian Ocean Property Forum (1)
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Hundreds of real estate leaders set to gather at African Property Investment (API) Mauritius & Indian Ocean Property Forum

The heartbeat of real estate in Mauritius and the Indian Ocean region, this African Property Investment (API) event is set to energise the property market

The 2nd annual API Mauritius & Indian Ocean Property Forum (www.APIEvents.com)​, which will be held on 13 June 2024 at the InterContinental Hotel & Resort, is situated 15km from both Port Louis and Gand Baie in Mauritius, promises to be a landmark event. The gathering is a testament to Mauritius's…

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From crisis to catalyst: Nairobi’s hospitality sector is thriving

Nairobi's infrastructure has grown significantly, sparking investment not only in the hospitality sector but broadly across all real estate asset classes

Hospitality has bounced back remarkably after the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, emerging as one of the best-performing asset classes in 2023. This resurgence is particularly notable in Nairobi. The strategic position of Kenya’s capital city serves as an East African hub for various industries, including corporate, government, MICE…

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East Africa’s retail boom: a new opportunity for real estate

Rising consumer demand has led to the development of strong local retail brands and the emergence of international brands—all seeking to capitalise on this growing customer base

Retail is emerging among the most vibrant sectors of the East African economy. Kenya’s capital city, Nairobi, has not only become an important retail market in its own right but a stepping stone into the rest of the country and wider East Africa. Nairobi is a rising regional shopping destination,…

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11th East Africa Property Investment Summit announced for 17-18 April 2024 in Nairobi

The event brings together international and regional leaders, with more than 200 companies represented at the gathering

The 11th annual East Africa Property Investment (EAPI) Summit will be held on 17 and 18 April 2024 in Nairobi, Kenya. With dedicated forums for housing, hospitality, retail and proptech, #EAPI2024 promises to be bigger and more influential than ever before. Positioned at the centre and hub of the continent,…

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37th Annual AUHF Conference Sets the Housing Agenda

With over 60 speakers, 100 in-person attendees from 15 countries and over 500 virtual delegates from 200 companies, the event has grown in size and impact

Taking place in-person and virtually live from Kigali from 02-04 November, the 37th annual African Union for Housing Finance (AUHF) Conference & Annual General Meeting (AGM) is a globally attended event designed to accelerate access to affordable housing across Africa. Broadcasted live from the Marriott Hotel, Kigali, the 2021 AUHF…

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Property technology to disrupt Africa’s real estate sector – Analysts

While the real estate sector increasingly values data as the new gold; the analysis and usability of the data is what will set apart industry leaders from their peers

Africa’s Property Technology (Proptech) sector is ramping up and is a key component of future strategies for local REITs, operators and others looking to future proof their real estate businesses as well as VCs looking to invest in early stage startups and opportunities according to the founder of the Africa…