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August 19, 2026

Urban Development

Efforts to deliver 100,000 mixed housing units across the South-East region of Nigeria have commenced following a major agreement in Enugu. The $10 billion (N15 trillion) Public-Private Partnership (PPP) is between the Igboebinie Plc consortium and Hand of God Construction Company Limited. The project will feature smart city designs and will create an estimated three million jobs. The development aims to tackle Nigeria’s significant housing deficit and redefine urban infrastructure, positioning the region as a hub for investment and sustainable living.
Dar Al Majed Real Estate has entered a major partnership with the Jadwa 47 Fund, managed by Jadwa Investment Company, to build a high-quality mixed-use project in Riyadh. The development, located on King Salman Road next to the SABB station, covers over 8000 square meters. Its estimated total development cost is approximately one billion riyals. Dar Al Majed will act as the exclusive developer and holds an option to invest 50 million riyals in the fund
DAMAC Properties has launched DAMAC Islands 2, its seventh master community in Dubai, with a focus on redefining waterfront living. The development draws inspiration from eight picturesque island destinations including Antigua and Mauritius. Building on the success of DAMAC Islands, the new project features crystal lagoons, lush landscapes and wellness-focused designs. The launch event at the Coca-Cola Arena was hosted by Hussain Sajwani and Amira Sajwani. Star appearances were made by Bollywood actors Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt.
Town Writers, a leading Egyptian property developer, has formed a strategic alliance with Attaby for Construction and Industry, a major subsidiary of Attaby Holding, to enhance its ability to deliver projects effectively. This collaboration will see Town Writers inject construction investments worth EGP 5.1 billion over the next two years. The Notion residential project in New Cairo is listed as one of the first developments under this new strong engineering alliance.
Dubai Investments Park Angola, the country’s first integrated economic zone, has signed a significant land deal with UAE developer Reportage Group for two massive residential communities. The ambitious project will deliver two gated communities, one luxury ocean-facing and one mid-market hilltop development, featuring over 4,500 villas and townhouses, a boutique hotel, and substantial retail space.
Al Marwan Developments has launched District 11, the UAE’s first AI-designed smart work resort, spanning 3.5 million sq ft across 11 buildings in Sharjah. The development features premium offices, a 368-unit hotel, and 3,000 parking spaces, combining advanced infrastructure, sustainability, and human-centric design. District 11 aims to enhance Sharjah’s investment appeal and support economic diversification.

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