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Ghana’s biggest urban challenges may not be about funding—they may be about governance. Built environment professionals say fragmented city management is worsening flooding, congestion, and infrastructure gaps.
Ghana’s housing minister says the country is ready to welcome Chinese real estate investors to help tackle its growing housing deficit. The government believes more housing supply could help cool rising rents but insists all projects will face strict regulatory scrutiny.
Anambra State is launching a mass housing programme as rising rents and limited housing supply put pressure on residents. The government is betting on private sector partnerships to unlock new housing developments across the state.
Nigeria’s housing crisis may be far worse than official estimates suggest. Millions of structurally unsafe homes are now being counted alongside the country's existing housing deficit, pushing the shortage close to 28 million units.
A Nigerian real estate company has been shut down by regulators after buyers allegedly paid for land they never received. The case highlights growing scrutiny of consumer protection failures in the property sector.
Kenya Railways is struggling to account for hundreds of land parcels and millions in rental income. A new audit raises fresh concerns about governance, asset management, and public property protection.
Kenya is considering major REIT reforms to attract more investors and unlock billions for real estate and infrastructure. Industry leaders say outdated tax rules and regulatory uncertainty are holding the sector back
Ghana’s real estate market is growing fast, but weak institutions and legal bottlenecks remain major obstacles. Experts warn that unresolved structural issues could slow investment and increase disputes across the sector.
Buying land in Ghana can still come with intimidation, disputes, and security risks. The persistence of land guards is undermining investor confidence and complicating property ownership.