With expansion of 3.34% in 2011, the construction sector looks primed for further growth, due in part to a need for new housing evidenced by the country’s housing deficit of some 2m units. The government has publicly announced a goal to build 500,000 housing units by 2016, and there are a number of opportunities for public-private partnerships in the sector. While the real estate market has...
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Chapter | Construction & Real Estate from The Report: Peru 2012
Economic update | Kuwait: Infrastructure expansion
26 Sep 2012
The construction industry in Kuwait is poised for significant growth on the back of major government investment in infrastructure projects and social facilities, according to data published in August. However, the continuing lack of an approved 2012 budget has effectively meant that the government cannot sign off on any new projects.
Economic update | Bahrain: Sustainable construction
14 Sep 2012
The construction sector will be operating in a new environment starting next year when building regulations mandating the use of eco-friendly best practices are due to be implemented. However, the shift toward greater sustainability may prove challenging for some.
Located on Africa’s western coast, Ghana is home to 24m people and a variety of ethnic groups. The country is divided into 10 administrative regions and has a strong executive branch, a unicameral legislature made up of 230 members, and an independent judiciary.
Interviews & Viewpoints | OBG talks to Stephen Jennings, CEO, Renaissance Group from The Report: Ghana 2012
How can local financing for large capital projects be improved in emerging and frontier markets?
Articles & Analysis | Substantial opportunities: Expansion expected across most segments as the economy sees strong growth from The Report: Ghana 2012
Since it has traditionally had a limited real estate market, few developers, residents or investors up to now have viewed housing in Ghana as a worthy asset. However, with the start of oil production in late 2010 and bold plans for gas-fed industrial growth and diversification, things may be beginning to move in the sector.