Holistic view of projects

A portal aimed at showcasing the project pipeline in various African countries was launched in Johannesburg yesterday.

According to Brics infrastructure working group chairperson Ravi Nair the portal “will bring to life the project pipeline in the African region and other Brics member states”.

He continued: “It will provide a holistic view of all projects in South Africa, Africa, Brics member states, their description, location and benefits.”

“The working group is creating the connectivity of Brics projects as a vehicle for project owners to meet with potential funders or sponsors. It will also be available to the global

The portal, to be linked to other African business development sites like the Nepad, will be hosted by the Brics business council

Visit bricsbusinesscouncil. co.za for more information community interested in understanding the status of infrastructure projects and their funding.

“The project’s visibility will also allow African investors interested in opportunities in other Brics member states to have access to the project information.

“We believe regular dialogue between business and government will bring to the fore key challenges that business see as impediments to much greater co-operation.”