Infrastructure Africa

On the 17th of July 2024, the Atlantis Special Economic Zone's Integrated Eco-system Executive, Selwyn Willoughby, showcased the Atlantis Special Economic Zone at the Infrastructure Africa conference. During the "Breakaway Panel 14: How can Special Economic Zones (SEZ) and Industrial Development Zones (IDZ) propel economic growth and development across the Continent" discussion, Selwyn emphasized the importance of social inclusion and the role of the ASEZ in building capabilities to drive job growth and opportunities. He highlighted how the ASEZ strengthens small enterprises and contributes to broader social transformation. Additionally, he shared lessons learned from the ASEZ’s engagement with SMMEs to promote sustainable, localized procurement of goods and services. We would like to thank Infrastructure Africa for this opportunity to share our vision on driving economic growth and development through SEZs and IDZs!

Mr Reginald (Reg) Demana, SANRAL CEO, joins industry stakeholders at Infrastructure Africa. #SANRAL #BeyondRoads #InfrastructureAfrica

A meetings hub space for the South African Electrotechnical Export Council was important to facilitate networking and stimulate the conversations that lead to business deals at Infrastructure Africa which took place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre - 16,17 July 2024. Events like #InfrastructureAfrica drive economic growth in South Africa and #HOTT3D is happy to play our part. Private meeting pods, general networking areas and work stations contained in a pavilion style structure, finished of with neat furnishing and interesting use of local shweshwe fabric - achieved a fantastic looking end result. #local #businessevents #infrastructureafrica #eventprofessionals #cticc #southafrica #capetown

[Day 2 - Infrastructure Africa in Photos] Engagements and networking with industry leaders and stakeholders have been a highlight of the the day to navigate public private partnerships for projects funding. RBIDZ COO, Muzi Shange met with the Afreximbank to expand on existing relationships and explore on other projects. #InvestRBIDZ #InfrastructureDevelopment #KZNSEZ African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) Gerald Nsomba Nafal HASSANI-MOHAMED Infrastructure Africa

I enjoyed moderating this conversation on the role that SEZ’s and IDZ’s can play in the growth and development of the Africa continent. Some major themes; Policy coordination is critical - up to the highest level SEZ’s must be bedded in munics (cost and revenue side) Financial incentives are a top up (not the primary consideration for relocating to an SEZ) The social aspect is a strategic imperative (not just commercial) #reimagining industrialization Thank you Infrastructure Africa Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (SEIFSA)

Day 1 of the Infrastructure Africa Conference 🌍 with the newly elected South African Minister Dean Macpherson who stated that he plans to transform the country into a "massive construction site". My question to him and biggest concern was how does he ensure that this happens in a sustainable manner, considering the realities that most South Africans lacking access to basic infrastructure & services? And that the people are affected by disasters such as floods, due to climate change? He acknowledged that although transformation will not happen overnight, his response focused largely on the financial aspect, indicating that we should work together to ensure that projects are structured in line with investor requirements to secure funding for development. He further declared that his plan is to revitalize the decayed and abandoned Government owned buildings, to be utilized by public servants. https://lnkd.in/dKV_z5-S #Infrastructure #AfricanUnion #Sustainabledevelopment #BuildBackBetter #AfricaWeWant #climateresilience

If you are attending the Infrastructure Africa conference today, come and catch our Integrated Eco-systems Executive, Selwyn Willoughby, as he joins the "Breakaway Panel 14: How can Special Economic Zones (SEZ) and Industrial Development Zones (IDZ) propel economic growth and development across the Continent" discussion from 15:30 to 16:30. Don't miss out on this insightful session on driving economic growth and development through SEZs and IDZs. Come and join the conversation!

Today, I will be speaking at the Infrastructure Africa Conference 2024, taking place in Cape Town at the Cape Town International Convention Centre! This conference is a prime platform to discuss the critical role of infrastructure in advancing industrialisation and developing robust value chains in Africa. 📅 Date: July 17, 2024 ⏰ Time: 14:00 - 15:00 📍 Location: Cape Town International Convention Centre I will be part of Breakaway Panel 12: "Infrastructure for Industrialisation," where we will explore how strategic infrastructure investments can drive economic transformation, support technological advancements, and enhance manufacturing and processing capabilities. Looking forward to engaging with industry leaders, policymakers, and fellow professionals to shape a sustainable and prosperous future for Africa. Let's harness the power of collaboration and innovation! 🌍 #InfrastructureAfrica #Industrialisation #ValueChains #EconomicGrowth #Innovation #Sustainability #Leadership #AfricaRising #ConferenceSpeaker Zambia Association of Manufacturers

Day 2 of the Infrastructure Africa Business Forum will feature a series of panel discussions on varying infrastructure-related subjects, from digital innovation to cross-border infrastructure development. Managing Director: Greater Africa Vishaal Lutchman will join Breakaway Panel 6 today (17 July) at 09:05. The panel will discuss the revolution of the transportation sector and the future of mobility in Africa, with an emphasis on the importance of developing roads, railways, airports, and ports to boost connectivity and ease the movement of goods and people across countries. The panel promises to be a cornerstone discussion for anyone interested in infrastructural development that connects people, places, and opportunities. It is ideal for anyone interested in how infrastructure plays a pivotal role in the continent's economic growth and integration. Learn more about the summit where infrastructure connects people, places, and opportunities here: https://lnkd.in/djHed_V #Impact #Zutari #InfrastructureAfrica #DigitalInnovation #Day2

Public Works Minister determined to accelerate South African infrastructure development National Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson announced on Tuesday that he is establishing an Infrastructure Advisory Committee, in his office, to help drive forward infrastructure development in the country, which was urgently needed. He was delivering the keynote address at the Infrastructure Africa 2024 Conference, at the Cape Town International Convention Centre. RE: https://lnkd.in/gMuBPJ7P Engineering News #Infrastructureafrica