The 31st FIDIC Africa Infrastructure Conference (FAIC 2026) has formally opened in Accra at the Movenpick Ambassador Hotel under the theme “Future Ready Infrastructure: Advancing Africa through Innovation and Sustainability.” Ghana Consulting Engineers Association (GCEA) is hosting the four-day summit from 10 to 13 May 2026, drawing delegates from across the continent.
Opening Day Highlights
- Venue: Movenpick Ambassador Hotel, Accra
- Special Guest of Honour: Seth Emmanuel Terpker, former Minister for Finance
- Keynote Speaker: Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, Minister for Works, Housing and Water Resources
- Host: Ghana Consulting Engineers Association (GCEA)
- Dates: 10–13 May 2026
Who Is At The Table
- Representatives from the World Bank and other international financial institutions
- Government officials and infrastructure ministries across Africa
- Consulting engineers from FIDIC member associations
- Equipment and material suppliers serving Africa’s construction sector
Why It Matters
- FAIC is Africa’s flagship platform for infrastructure financing, procurement, and engineering policy
- Ghana hosting the 31st edition positions Accra as a hub for the continent’s infrastructure conversation
- The “Future Ready” theme highlights climate-resilient design and digital-first project delivery
- Outcomes typically shape FIDIC standard contracts adopted across African public-works projects
What Comes Next
- Three days of plenary sessions, masterclasses, and bilateral engagements
- Industry awards and a launch of the official FAIC e-magazine
- Closing communique expected on 13 May with continent-level commitments
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