The government of Egypt has been undertaking large-scale energy projects in order to boost the sector. The government has recently awarded energy contracts to large international cooperations for expansion of the sector.  one of such deals has been signed recently with Russia over the establishment of nuclear power plant in Dabba.

Russia will be providing finance for building and operation of Nuclear Power Plant. Russia has agreed to invest 25bn$ in the construction of the nuclear plant that will have the capacity to produce 4,800MW of the nuclear energy. The loan will finance  85%  of the value of each contract for the work, services and equipment shipping, and remaining 15% will be financed by Egypt. In addition, Russian factories will be established in Egypt to manufacture nuclear plant components locally and transfer Russian expertise to Egypt. This project is one of the most significant national projects in Egypt. Similar government energy projects are being initiated on large scale. Egypt has been aiming to commission large-scale Renewable Energy projects that will further enhance the sub-sector growth. Government energy tenders are floated in areas of rehabilitation and installation of energy plants. Moreover, Government intervention through the regular deployment of energy tenders through e-procurement and government tender portals have been playing a vital role in the development of the energy sector. Moreover, in recent years Egypt has signed myriad Mou’s in the energy sector with other countries.  Enhancing country’s competitiveness International Energy tenders, Energy Bids, RFP, RFQ are being invited most importantly in the renewable energy sector for development and capacity building of the energy sector. Moreover, large international have acquired Contract awards from Egypt energy companies to support large energy projects. overall Egypt Energy sector

overall Egypt energy sector is under a crucial highlight as the sector provides immense business opportunities in the energy industry. Moreover, the country has a right mix of ingredients that makes it one of the most prominent energy investment destination.

South Africa’s construction industry remains one of the economic engines of the country. Construction output in south Africa accounts for 48.2% of the total GDP, followed by Angola  at 12.9% Mozambique  and Zambia at 10.6% each. The construction industry continues to grow despite a slump in the economic growth. Despite these challenges, the industry’s long- term growth prospects looks positive with major new  investments in the coming year under the Government’s National Infrastructure plan.

With Rising new city projects, development of commercial space business opportunities across the construction and infrastructure poised to grow steadily. According to the Deloitte’s report on Construction trend in Africa, South Africa is ranked as the most preferred destination for construction investments. The country accounts for most of the construction project in the continent.

In total 85 of the infrastructure and construction projects in the continent are from South Africa.  Large construction projects in South Africa have a collective worth of 324 billion$. As a result government and other African companies are imperative to invest in the construction sector of South Africa. Across the sector, investments in real-estate accounts for 30% of the construction activity. Large increase in investments is also been  seen in Energy and power projects, transportation projects, mining and shipping projects, and  ports projects. Investments in Energy and power account for largest share followed by oil and gas sector.

Both Private and Public sector undertake construction activities in South Africa. However, the government is the largest financial investor in the construction sector. Government funded project to account for 60% of the market share. Whereas private sector accounts for 24% of the projects. The government is mostly undertaking civil engineering and construction work rather than the construction of residential and commercial complexes.

The emerging economies in the country seek financial assistance from developmental financial institutions to fund large projects. Therefore, Multilateral funding agency projects account for 10% of the total market share in the construction sector. Moreover, government tender notices are regularly deployed associated with the demand of the sector.

Industry development in South Africa is aimed at establishing an internationally competitive industry that enables government contracts with foreign contractors and consultants for the provision of technical assistance, feasibility study and provision of design and engineering services. Tendering opportunities for international/ private bidders are immense across e-commerce, transport and logistics segments. International tenders are floated to encourage foreign participation in the sector. Government invites competitive bidding, Rfp,RFQ to diversify ways of investments in the sector.

With the sector spilling growth Procurement opportunities from the construction sector are bound to surge with new investments flowing in the sector. However, the government is also taking steady steps to ensure that the industry remains vibrant.