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Positioning the Lobito Corridor as a Model for Foreign Investment

The upcoming Invest in African Energy forum in Paris seeks to establish new avenues for African energy project finance, with the $2.3-billion Lobito Corridor serving as a potential model

In February this year the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation announced new financing in support of the Lobito Corridor – a transnational 1,300-km railway line linking Angola’s Port of Lobito with southern DRC and north-western Zambia. The U.S. and its partners – which include the European Commission, African Development Bank…

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South African Construction Book Launched at Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium of South Africa (SIDSSA) 2024

Uniting public and private sector stakeholders, SIDSSA aims to catalyze investment in South African infrastructure development

The South African Construction Book was officially launched on March 19 at the Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium of South Africa (SIDSSA) – an event opened by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa. Providing a comprehensive overview of the opportunities for investment in the country’s infrastructure sector, the book details projects ready…

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    • South Africa Unveils Infrastructure Plans at Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium South Africa (SIDSSA) 2024
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South Africa Unveils Infrastructure Plans at Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium South Africa (SIDSSA) 2024

Government stakeholders shared South Africa’s infrastructure investment milestones and future plans during an exclusive media briefing on Monday

South Africa’s latest infrastructure developments and investment opportunities were unpacked by a high-level panel of government stakeholders at the Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium South Africa (SIDSSA: https://apo-opa.co/3ThyjDm) in Cape Town on Monday. “Infrastructure investment is one of the central pillars and priorities of the sixth administration,” stated Sihle Zikalala, Minister…

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    • Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium of South Africa (SIDSSA) 2024: Enticing Private Participation in Infrastructure Projects through public-private partnerships (PPPs)
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Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium of South Africa (SIDSSA) 2024: Enticing Private Participation in Infrastructure Projects through public-private partnerships (PPPs)

Given the cost-intensive nature of infrastructure projects, blended financing and public-private partnerships have emerged as crucial avenues for attractive private investment in projects

As South Africa invites investment in large-scale infrastructure projects, blended financing and public-private partnerships (PPP) have emerged as viable solutions to mobilize private participation in projects. A panel discussion during the Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium of South Africa (SIDSSA) – taking place March 17-19 – underscored the role these capital-raising…

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    • Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium South Africa (SIDSSA) 2024: Unpacking South Africa's Top 12 Infrastructure Priorities
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Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium South Africa (SIDSSA) 2024: Unpacking South Africa's Top 12 Infrastructure Priorities

South Africa’s Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure explained the rationale behind the country’s recently-announced infrastructure projects during a SIDSSA 2024 panel discussion

South Africa’s Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure Sihle Zikalala unpacked the country’s 2024/2025 infrastructure priorities and project pipeline during a panel session at the Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium South Africa (SIDSSA) 2024 in Cape Town on Tuesday. According to Minister Zikalala, the country’s top 12 infrastructure priorities seek to…

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    • Details of Transnet Draft Network Statement Shared at Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium of South Africa (SIDSSA) 2024
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Details of Transnet Draft Network Statement Shared at Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium of South Africa (SIDSSA) 2024

Taking place March 17-19, SIDSSA promotes infrastructure investment across various segments of the economy

South African rail, port and pipeline company Transnet recently published its network statement, which details the functions of the infrastructure manager and the contractual agreements for private sector operators. The statement is a step towards introducing third-party access to South Africa’s rail network. Speaking during the Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium…

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    • South African Special Economic Zones (SEZs) Prioritize Gas, Renewable Energy to Drive Efficiency
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South African Special Economic Zones (SEZ) Prioritize Gas, Renewable Energy to Drive Efficiency

Speakers during a fireside chat at SIDSSA provided insight into the solutions being implemented to advance energy security at the country’s Special Economic Zones

South African Special Economic Zones (SEZ) are turning to natural gas and renewable energy to secure energy supply while improving operational efficiency. During a panel discussion at the Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium of South Africa (SIDSSA) in Cape Town on Tuesday, representatives from various SEZs across the country underscored the…

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    • South Africa Requires $5.7T to Bridge Infrastructure Investment Gap, Says Infrastructure South Africa (ISA) Head
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South Africa Requires $5.7T to Bridge Infrastructure Investment Gap, Says Infrastructure South Africa (ISA) Head

Infrastructure South Africa provided an update on projects deployed from 2020 and outlined future investment needs at the Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium on Monday

Nearly $5.7 trillion is required to close the infrastructure investment gap in South Africa by 2050, according to statements made by Mameetse Masemola, Acting Head of Infrastructure South Africa (ISA), during the Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium South Africa (SIDSSA) on Monday. During a media briefing, Masemola provided an update on…

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    • 6 Infrastructure Agreements Signed at Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium of South Africa (SIDSSA) 2024
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6 Infrastructure Agreements Signed at Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium of South Africa (SIDSSA) 2024

Taking place March 17-19 in Cape Town, the SIDSSA drives investment towards infrastructure projects in South Africa

Several infrastructure and finance-focused deals were signed during a media briefing at the Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium of South Africa (SIDSSA) on March 18. The six deal signings aim to bolster private-led investment in South African infrastructure projects and cover various strategic areas including project development, financing, capacity building and…

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    • African Ministers Discuss Infrastructure Cooperation at Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium (SIDSSA) Leaders Meeting
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African Ministers Discuss Infrastructure Cooperation at Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium (SIDSSA) Leaders Meeting

Cross-border collaboration and regional integration was noted as a requisite for Africa to benefit from and attract infrastructure investment

South African and regional ministers convened to pinpoint key infrastructure priorities both within South Africa and across the continent during a Leaders Meeting at the Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium (SIDSSA) 2024 on March 18 in Cape Town. The discussion, which was led by South Africa’s Minister of Public Works and…