Resilient Infrastructure Could Halve GDP Losses After Disasters

New research from CDRI shows the true impact of disasters can be seven times greater than immediate physical damage. 61-member Coalition calls for action to make resilient infrastructure the new global standard Investing in resilient infrastructure could cut GDP losses from disasters by half between now and 2050, according to new modelling released today at COP30 by the New Delhi-based Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure. CDRI has analysed the broader economic impact of climate-related disasters across a representative sample of eight climate-vulnerable […]

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Africa’s Digital Future – Building Critical Power Infrastructure For Data Centre Leadership

Africa’s digital economy is growing rapidly, driven by digital shifts across the continent. More investments in cloud services, e-commerce, and digital finance are boosting data centre development and countries like South Africa, Nigeria, and Kenya are leading the way. However, a major challenge remains. Sustainable and reliable power systems must form the backbone of Africa’s […]

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Big 5 Construct Kenya Returns To Nairobi For Its 8th Edition, Igniting Opportunities In A $20 Billion Construction Market

The event features more than 150 exhibitors from over 20 countries, welcoming more than 9,000 industry professionals Big 5 Construct Kenya returns for its 8th edition to the Sarit Expo Centre in Nairobi from 5 – 7 November 2025, connecting key stakeholders from the construction value chain in Kenya. The event builds on unprecedented opportunities in […]

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