Leveraging Technology to Overcome Challenges in the African Construction Industry
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About the webinar
Across Africa, construction is changing in exciting ways. From smarter project planning and site management to new digital tools for funding and collaboration, technology is opening doors to faster, more efficient, and more sustainable ways of building.
Join us for an inspiring conversation in the Building a Better Africa webinar series, where leading experts will share real-world experiences of applying technology on the ground in Africa. Our panel will explore:
- How digital tools like BIM and digital twins are reshaping project design and execution
- The role of blockchain in boosting transparency and trust in infrastructure investment
- How AI is unlocking predictive analytics and smarter project management
- Innovative digital platforms driving new models of financing African infrastructure
Whether you are an engineer, investor, policymaker, or simply curious about the future of African construction, this webinar offers practical insights and forward-looking ideas you won’t want to miss.
Expect an engaging mix of expert perspectives, interactive discussion, and takeaways that will leave you inspired about the future of technology-driven construction in Africa.
About the panelists
Professor Dr. Khumbulani Mpofu is Vice Chancellor of Solusi University and a global leader in future of work, rail manufacturing, industrial engineering, advanced manufacturing, and AI-driven innovation. With extensive experience bridging academia and industry, he will moderate the session, guiding the discussion on how technology can transform Africa’s construction sector.
Mark Worrall is Chief Executive Officer of Estates and Infrastructure Exchange (EIX), a regulated global platform that is transforming the way infrastructure projects are financed, structured, and traded. EIX enables institutional investors to access de-risked infrastructure debt through bespoke project bonds and alternative credit enhancement tools.
Tunde Ogunshakin is a seasoned infrastructure investment professional with expertise in corporate finance, asset management, and blockchain applications in the built environment. As Director at AEO Group & Founder of SeedDrive, he leads advisory services for strategic infrastructure investments and builds modern Fintech solutions for RWA’s (Real World Assets).
Tunde continues to advance industry discussions through research on the latest innovative developments, positioning himself as a rising thought leader in innovation within the built environment.
Refilwe Buthelezi is a Professional Engineer and President of the Federation of African Engineering Organisations (FAEO). She has held senior leadership roles at Rand Water, where she championed operational technology and sustainable infrastructure development, and has served as a Non-Executive Director at both SANRAL and Transnet. A leading voice in African engineering, she is dedicated to advancing innovation and collaboration to solve the continent’s construction and infrastructure challenges.
James Afolalu is a civil engineer, program director, and technical consultant with expertise in data governance, service architecture, and operational transformation across aviation, telecom, energy, and enterprise IT.
At Schiphol Airport, he has been central to advancing the airport’s data modernization strategy, leading initiatives such as the ROAD (Road to Optimized Assets) program and Business Intelligence Migration. His work has included mapping and enriching asset data, integrating GIS, BIM, and Digital Twin models, and aligning documentation with operational needs.
James brings together technical fluency and strategic insight to bridge engineering teams, contractors, and data stakeholders.
Eng. Sophoniass is a highly motivated and results-oriented construction professional with 17+ years of experience in the industry. He is experienced in project management, construction management, civil engineering, business development, training, coaching, and real estate development.
He is also a professional project manager and BIM manager. He has had international business partnerships in countries such as Germany, Spain, China, the USA, South Africa, Kenya, Djibouti, and the UAE. Eng. Sophoniass is passionate about promoting sustainable construction practices, enhancing professional development, and driving industry innovation.
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