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Ghana’s engineers say bigger drains alone will not stop urban flooding. Their proposed policy would require developers to manage stormwater on-site before it overwhelms city drainage systems.
Ghana’s landlords say the six-month rent advance cap no longer reflects economic realities. They argue rising construction costs and loan repayments are making compliance increasingly difficult.
Africa’s housing crisis is being compounded by a growing wave of real estate fraud. Industry leaders warn that scams are eroding trust, deterring investment, and putting affordable housing goals at risk across the continent.
A Kenyan court has suspended a controversial US-backed Ebola facility before a key hearing next week. The decision follows growing concerns over public health risks and constitutional violations.
For decades, affordable mortgages remained out of reach for most Nigerians. A new government-backed housing fund has already unlocked ₦128 billion in financing across 25 states.
SSNIT is pushing back against claims that it is selling off its hotel assets. The institution says recent advertisements were for consultancy services, not divestment, reassuring pension contributors about asset security.
Ghana has placed affordable housing at the heart of its 2026 State of the Nation Address, signalling a renewed push to close the country’s widening housing gap. The announcement points to stronger government involvement in expanding access to decent, low-cost homes.
Ghana is ramping up flood preparedness measures ahead of the rainy season while pushing an expanded national housing agenda. The update to Parliament also includes progress on stalled projects and new reforms targeting housing delivery and water systems.
Ghana’s construction sector is under renewed scrutiny as experts warn that many building failures are entirely preventable. A leading industry push is now calling for structural engineers to be made mandatory on all major projects.