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Catch up on the latest real estate news, updates, and development stories from African markets.

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$3.2 Billion in Accra Property Faces Growing Flood Risk

More than $3.2 billion worth of property in Greater Accra is now exposed to flooding because of unchecked development. A government audit could put thousands of buildings constructed on waterways under scrutiny.

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African Americans Are Fueling Ghana’s Property Boom

For many African Americans, reconnecting with Ghana no longer ends with a passport—it now includes buying property. A growing wave of diaspora investment is reshaping demand in Accra's real estate market.

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Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire Strengthen Affordable Housing Partnership

Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire are joining forces to tackle one of West Africa’s biggest housing challenges. The partnership aims to accelerate knowledge sharing and improve affordable housing delivery across both countries.

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British Retirees Are Choosing South Africa for a Better Lifestyle

South Africa is becoming an increasingly popular retirement destination for British nationals looking to stretch their pensions. But behind the lifestyle appeal lies a complex financial and property planning challenge.

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Ghana’s Elite Are Building Private Cities Beyond State Control

Ghana's wealthiest families are creating master-planned communities with their own infrastructure and services. The trend is reshaping urban development while raising difficult questions about inequality, governance, and the future role of the state.

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Short-Let Apartments Are Taking Over Nigeria’s Rental Market

Annual rents have become so expensive that landlords are ditching long-term tenants. Short-let apartments are rapidly becoming the more profitable choice across Nigeria’s major cities.

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Winter Heating Risks Are Turning Deadly as South Africans Face Rising Property Fires

As temperatures drop, everyday heating methods are becoming a major danger in South African homes. Authorities warn that preventable fires and carbon monoxide incidents are claiming lives and destroying property.

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Mafia’ Syndicates Now Target Solar Panels, Batteries and Gas Bottles in Homes

A new wave of organised crime is hitting South African households. Criminal syndicates are now targeting specific high-value items that many homeowners don’t even realise are at risk.

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Cape Town Expands Tax Relief for Homeowners in New Budget Push

Cape Town is widening its property tax relief as pressure builds on household budgets. More homeowners will qualify for exemptions and rebates under the city’s latest proposed budget changes