The
Construction
Briefing
Industry analysis, procurement guides, cost benchmarks, and expert perspectives for Africa's built environment, published by the BilaFundi team.
How to Navigate Uganda's PPDA Procurement Process: A Practical Guide for Contractors and S...
Winning government work in Uganda means understanding how the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Authority (PPDA) system actually works. This guide breaks down the key steps, common pitfalls, and practical tips for contractors and suppliers bidding on public tenders.
How to Estimate the Cost of Building a 3-Bedroom House in Tanzania: A...
Planning to build a 3-bedroom house in Tanzania? This guide breaks down the real cost drivers — from materials and labour to permits and professional fees — so you can budget with confidence before the first brick is laid.
How to Register as a Contractor with the CRB in Tanzania: A Step-by-St...
If you want to bid on formal construction projects in Tanzania — especially government contracts — you need a valid CRB registration. Here's exactly how to get it, what it costs, and what to expect at each stage.
How to Win Government Tenders in Uganda: A Practical Guide for Contrac...
Government tenders are among the most valuable — and most competitive — opportunities for contractors and suppliers in Uganda. This guide breaks down exactly how to find, bid for, and win public procurement contracts under the PPDA framework.
How to Navigate Construction Permits and Approvals in Uganda: A Practi...
Getting a construction permit in Uganda can stall a project for months if you don't know the process. This guide walks contractors and developers through every key step — from KCCA approvals to district-level permits — so you can build legally and on schedule.
How to Vet and Shortlist Subcontractors in Kenya: A Practical Guide fo...
Hiring the wrong subcontractor is one of the fastest ways to blow a construction budget or miss a handover deadline. This guide walks main contractors and project managers in Kenya through a clear, step-by-step process for vetting and shortlisting subcontractors — before you sign anything.
Labour Rates in Uganda: What Contractors and Clients Should Budget For
Planning a construction project in Uganda? This practical guide breaks down typical labour rates for key trades — from fundis and masons to site supervisors — so you can build a realistic budget before work begins.
How to Register as a Contractor with the NCA in Kenya: A Step-by-Step...
If you're a contractor or construction firm operating in Kenya, NCA registration isn't optional — it's the law. Here's a practical, up-to-date walkthrough of what's required, what it costs, and how to avoid the common mistakes that delay applications.
Building Materials Procurement in Tanzania: How to Budget Smart and Av...
Material costs can make or break a construction budget in Tanzania — and prices have been anything but predictable. Here's a practical guide to what contractors and clients should know before they buy.
How to Estimate the Cost of Building a 3-Bedroom House in Kenya (2025...
Building a three-bedroom house in Kenya is one of the most common construction goals — and one of the most misbudgeted. This guide breaks down the real cost drivers, what to expect at each stage, and how to avoid the estimates that always seem to fall short.
Labour Rates in Kenya 2025: What Contractors and Clients Should Budget...
Labour is one of the most variable — and most misunderstood — cost lines in any Kenyan construction budget. This guide breaks down current fundi and skilled trades rates, what drives them up or down, and how to budget realistically so you're not caught short on site.
Labour Rates in Tanzania 2025: What Contractors and Clients Should Bud...
Understanding what skilled and unskilled construction workers cost in Tanzania is essential before you price a job or approve a budget. This guide breaks down realistic 2025 labour rate ranges by trade, explains what drives costs in Dar es Salaam versus upcountry sites, and shows you how to avoid the most common budgeting mistakes.
Stay Informed
Construction insights,
straight to your inbox.
Join construction professionals worldwide getting expert analysis on tenders, costs, regulations, and market trends, every week.