Africa Construction Market

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Africa Construction Market by Type (Renovation and New Construction), and by Sector (Real Estate, Infrastructure, and Industrial)–Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2024–2030

Industry: Construction & Manufacturing | Publish Date: 03-Dec-2024 | No of Pages: 111 | No. of Tables: 78 | No. of Figures: 43 | Format: PDF | Report Code : CM2227

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Africa Construction Market Overview

The Africa Construction Market size was valued at USD 196.77 billion in 2023, and is predicted to reach USD 239.99 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 1.5% from 2024 to 2030.

The construction market, known interchangeably as infrastructure market, plays a crucial role in the economy, overseeing the entire lifecycle of diverse physical structures, encompassing infrastructure, buildings, and facilities. This industry undertakes a broad spectrum of projects, spanning from residential, commercial, and industrial developments to civil engineering and institutional infrastructure ventures.

Collaboration among numerous stakeholders, including architects, engineers, contractors, suppliers, developers, investors, and government agencies, is indispensable for its functioning. Positioned for growth, the industry is being propelled by an increased focus on environmentally sustainable practices, such as the incorporation of green building materials and energy-efficient designs. Additionally, factors such as the rising per capita income in emerging economies and low-interest rates in developed nations are expected to further drive the expansion of the market.

Surge in Construction Projects Driving Growth in the Region

The African region, including countries such as Nigeria, Kenya, and Ghana, is currently experiencing a surge in infrastructure projects aimed at driving overall market expansion. In Nigeria, increasing investments in the market are playing a pivotal role in the sector's growth. According to data from the Global Infrastructure Hub, infrastructure investments in the Nigerian infrastructure industry reached USD 23 billion in 2023.

Notably, the energy sector received the largest share of USD 7.2 billion, followed by the road transport sector at USD 5.9 billion. This ongoing investment trend is expected to continue, fostering sustained growth and progress in the Nigerian construction market. Additionally, Africa possesses a significant abundance of renewable energy sources, accounting for almost 44.8% of the overall potential for renewable energy technologies.

 

Large-Scale Engineering Projects Boosting Region’s Construction Sector

Kenya's infrastructure sector is experiencing significant growth due to increased investments in large-scale engineering projects and megaprojects. Notable examples in 2024 include the Lamu Port-South Sudan-Ethiopia-Transport Corridor, the building of Thwake Dam, Karimenu Dam, and Thiba Dam, the Mombasa-Malaba Standard Gauge Railway, the redevelopment of Tatu City and Konza Technology City, the Nairobi-Mombasa Expressway, the Kenol-Isiolo Road, and the Turkana-Lamu Pipeline. These major projects are playing a crucial role in driving the expansion of the construction market in Kenya.

According to the United Nations Environment Programme, the African infrastructure market is anticipated to increase at a rate of 6.4% per year from 2019 to 2024, reaching a total value of USD 5.4 billion in 2024. Egypt, Nigeria, and South Africa accounted for half of the total market output by value, while Central African nations contribute only 2%. Consequently, the African economy is projected to grow by 2.8% in 2022 and 2.7% in 2023, with the infrastructure and services sectors being the primary drivers of this growth.

 

Regulatory Complexities Hindering Market Growth

Navigating regulatory complexities presents a significant challenge in the construction market. Infrastructure projects often face hurdles due to the intricate network of government regulations and permitting procedures. Infrastructure initiatives require numerous permits and approvals from governmental bodies at local, regional, and national levels in the infrastructure market These mandates include adherence to zoning regulations, environmental assessments, compliance with building codes, safety standards, and various other regulatory requirements.

Lengthy permit acquisition processes, bureaucratic inefficiencies, and regulatory disparities among different jurisdictions can significantly prolong project timelines and inflate costs. Moreover, fluctuations in regulations or unexpected policy changes can disrupt ongoing projects and deter potential investments.

Integration of Digitalization and BIM Presents Lucrative Opportunity for Market Expansion

The construction industry in Africa is undergoing a significant transformation with the integration of digitalization and the adoption of Building Information Modeling (BIM). Advanced technologies such as BIM are enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and collaboration across diverse projects. BIM, a sophisticated 3D modeling tool, enables stakeholders to generate and manage digital representations of structures and infrastructure, facilitating improved coordination and communication among project teams. For instance, in September 2022, the National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) launched the Africa National Building Information Management (BIM) Program.

This initiative aims to revolutionize the infrastructure market, achieving unprecedented levels of industrial efficiency through digitalization. By addressing the inadequacy of digitalization within the Thai infrastructure sector, the program seeks to streamline lifecycle work processes, enhancing efficiency, cost-effectiveness, resilience, and safety for infrastructure and maintenance projects.

 

Competitive Landscape  

The market players operating in the Africa infrastructure industry include Wilson Bayly Holmes-Ovcon, rray & Roberts, ubex, ssan Allam Construction, ab Contractors, Aveng Group, China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC), Sogea-Satom (Vinci Construction), Julius Berger Nigeria Plc, China Railway Construction Corporation (CRCC) and others.

Africa Construction Market Key Segments

By Type

  • Renovation

  • New Construction

By Sector

  • Real estate

    • Residential

      • Affordable

      • Luxury

    • Commercial

      • Retail Buildings

      • Office Buildings

      • Hospitality

      • Healthcare Facilities

      • Educational Institutes

      • Entertainment Ventures

  • Infrastructure

    • Transportation

      • Airport

      • Port

      • Rail

      • Road

    • Water and Wastewater

    • Energy

    • Telecommunication

  • Industrial

    • Manufacturing Plant

    • Warehouses

    • Power Plants

    • Oil Refineries

    • Chemical Plants

Key players

  • Wilson Bayly Holmes-Ovcon

  • Murray & Roberts

  • Raubex

  • Hassan Allam Construction

  • Arab Contractors

  • Aveng Group

  • China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC)

  • Sogea-Satom (Vinci Construction)

  • Julius Berger Nigeria Plc

  • China Railway Construction Corporation (CRCC)

REPORT SCOPE AND SEGMENTATION:

Parameters

Details

Market Size in 2023

USD 196.77 Billion

Revenue Forecast in 2030

USD 239.99 Billion

Growth Rate

CAGR of 1.5% from 2024 to 2030

Analysis Period

2023–2030

Base Year Considered

2023

Forecast Period

2024–2030

Market Size Estimation

Billion (USD)

Growth Factors

  • Surge in construction projects boosts the market growth.
  • Large-scale engineering projects drives the growth of industry.

Companies Profiled

10

Market Share

Available for 10 companies

Customization Scope

Free customization (equivalent up to 80 working hours of analysts) after purchase. Addition or alteration to country, regional, and segment scope.

Pricing and Purchase Options

Avail customized purchase options to meet your exact research needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The key market players operating in the Africa construction market are Wilson Bayly Holmes-Ovcon, rray & Roberts, ubex, ssan Allam Construction, ab Contractors, Aveng Group, China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC), Sogea-Satom (Vinci Construction), Julius Berger Nigeria Plc, China Railway Construction Corporation (CRCC) and others.

According to the Next Move Strategy Consulting, the size of the Africa construction market was estimated at USD 196.77 billion in 2023.

The integration of building information modeling (BIM) to boost efficiency, precision, and collaboration across various projects is expected to create ample market opportunities for the infrastructure market.

The strict regulatory complexities associated with infrastructure projects is majorly hindering the growth of the infrastructure market.

According to the Next Move Strategy Consulting, the size of the Africa infrastructure market is estimated to be at USD 239.99 billion in 2030.

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