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REVIEW : Digital transformation is key to greening infrastructure in Africa

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Rather than emulating the Global North's approach, Africa can forge its own path in green construction by incorporating cutting-edge green techniques into its construction industry from the outset. Africa can leverage its abundant natural resources and large youth population to employ cutting-edge technologies to green the building sector. For instance, 3D printing has been shown to reduce the carbon footprint of constructing a house in Africa by 48% and cut construction time by 70%. African nations can bridge crucial infrastructure gaps with a strategic, long-term vision for a green, Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR)-driven construction sector. Africa can become a global leader in deploying high-impact construction technologies, from homes and schools to roads and bridges, propelling the continent toward becoming a global leader in implementing high-impact construction technologies. STRATEGIES FOR RAPID ADOPTION OF DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES IN AFRICA'S CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY The fu
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NEWS: What the construction industry wants from the European elections?

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The outcome of the upcoming European Parliament elections has significant implications for Europe's political landscape over the next five years. Two critical entities representing the European construction industry and equipment manufacturers are proactively advocating to influence future policies, underscoring the importance of the election's outcome.


In light of the upcoming European Parliament elections, scheduled for June 6-9, 2024, governments worldwide, including those in Europe, are aiming to drastically reduce CO2 emissions to meet the net-zero target by 2050.

The European Construction Industry Federation (FIEC) and the Committee for European Construction Equipment (CECE) have released their manifestos outlining the significance of their members to Europe and its economy. They also highlight their expectations from Europe's leaders to support their industries after the elections.

While both FIEC and CECE recognize the potential for construction to play a leading role, they also emphasize the need for measures to support construction in assisting Europe in achieving its goals, rather than imposing additional regulations. Additionally, both organizations call on the next generation of MEPs to enhance the competitiveness of the European construction industry.

FIEC, along with the European International Contractors (EIC), highlighted that public procurement procedures in Europe and beyond have hindered the competitiveness of European international contractors, leading to a loss of market share.

As a construction and built environment professional, what expectations do you have for South Africa's national elections, scheduled for 29th May 2024? Share your views here

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