Property & Construction Solutions
For over fifteen years, construction solutions company Profica has championed sustainability and green building practices across the African continent. CEO Tim White says that construction project leaders have a responsibility to actively guide clients to incorporate more green practices in construction projects, demonstrating that sustainability and economic success can go hand in hand. “At Profica,…
In the ever-evolving world of workplace design and construction, the partnership between Profica and the global CBRE Design Collective has created a formidable force in the African market. This collaboration brings Profica’s deep regional expertise, experienced design teams and full professional services to CBRE’s global network of leading design talent, creating a synergy that is…
In the intricate dance of hotel development, the creation of a mock-up room is more than a mere step; it’s a pivotal moment where vision starts to meet reality. This practice, deep-rooted in the hospitality industry, serves as a critical tool for designers, architects, project managers, and stakeholders to visualise, refine and perfect every aspect…
In this Association of Construction Project Managers spotlight podcast, Profica CEO Tim White, a former President of the ACPM, chats to current ACPM President Anthony Afordofe and ACPM CEO Nomvula Rakolote about the evolution of Profica, sharing insights and lessons learnt on the growth of the business from entrepreneurial beginnings in 2005 to becoming a…
Profica’s People and Culture team has united us in the spirit of giving this hashtag#MandelaDay by organising donations and volunteers for the Look Forward Creativity Centre in South Hills, Johannesburg. This centre is dedicated to providing vulnerable and abandoned children with quality care, education, counselling and support, embodying the essence of community upliftment. We’re putting…
The built environment contributes nearly 40% of annual global CO2 emissions. This year, the Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA) annual convention in Cape Town focused on the urgency of transforming the built environment to divert us from a potential “climate hell” in the future. The event offered a wealth of information about sustainable construction,…
At Profica, we’re more than just project leaders. We’re environmental stewards, firmly committed to influencing the way projects get delivered. As project leaders, we strive to influence our clients and project teams positively to consider and implement Environmental and Sustainability requirements in the projects that we manage. Since the inception of Profica 18 years ago,…
Profica, a Pan-African construction solutions company, has once again demonstrated its excellence in project management by winning two Association of Construction Project Managers (ACPM) Excellence Awards. The company scooped up awards in the International Private Sector category for the Barclays Bank Head office in Zambia and the National Private Sector category for the Sawmill Packshed…
In the dynamic and diverse continent of Africa, the hospitality industry presents both immense opportunities and unique challenges. Developers are diversifying their product offerings to include branded residences and serviced apartments. There is a focus on food and beverage (F&B) in big cities, co-working spaces, and dual-brand hotels. Additionally, there is an increased emphasis on…
We’re celebrating Profica’s talented team making strides in Workplace Solutions across Africa. It’s a privilege to spotlight Profica’s Workplace Solutions lead in the Ivory Coast – Fatima Kone. Fatima joined Profica early this year and has since immersed herself in various key projects and tenders. Currently, she is working on the completion of the Novotel Hotel…