Q&A with Kenneth Oigo, Profica Director – Head of East Africa
East Africa’s growing economies have property investors and developers exploring the huge development potential there.  For leading property and construction solutions company, Profica, which has been operating on the continent for a number of years, experience has shown that the adoption of a long-term outlook is the critical factor when considering opportunities in the region.  Kenneth Oigo, Profica Director – Head of East Africa, discusses the region’s attraction and the in-country strategies that are, and will be, reaping rewards.
 

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