The Africa Continental Engineering & Construction Network is set to organize the 3rd African Continental Engineering, Architecture, Construction and Real Estate Summit (ACEACRES 2025) on September 29–30, 2025, at De Icon Conference Centre, East Legon, Accra. This 3rd edition comes under the theme, “Revolutionizing the Built Environment for Sustainable Infrastructure Development Through the Use of Disruptive Innovations, Big Data and Quantum Technologies.”
The objective is to bring together industry experts, innovators, investors, thought leaders, and top business executives from various sectors of the built environment across the African continent (Nigeria, South Africa, Rwanda, Uganda, Ethiopia, Algeria, Egypt etc.) to share knowledge, showcase cutting-edge innovations and technologies, and brainstorm on how Africa can catch up with modern trends using disruptive innovations, big data and quantum technologies.
The choice of this year’s theme is partly influenced by the United Nations’ declaration of 2025 as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technologies, launched at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris on February 4, 2025.
Objective of the Summit
The core objective of ACEACRES is to build an integrated African built environment that creates opportunities for knowledge sharing, technology transfer, and capacity building for socio-economic transformation of the continent through high-end networking, partnerships, and collaborations. This premier event serves as a strategic platform for industry leaders, architects, engineers, surveyors, planners, developers, legal practitioners, SMEs, policymakers, project managers, investors and others to collaborate on a shared mission of transforming Africa’s physical and economic landscape through sustainable development, inclusive growth, and impactful public-private partnerships.
Who to Attend
ACEACRES is designed to bring under one roof all stakeholders of the built environment: building contractors, road contractors, engineers (civil, electrical, mechanical, structural, mining, environmental, geotechnical etc.), surveyors, architects, project managers, real estate developers, interior decorators, roofing professionals, facility management experts, innovators, technologists, financial and insurance institutions, government regulators, IoT experts, AI professionals, sustainability consultants, and artisans among others.
Key and Guest Speakers
The event will feature two guest speakers, including Dr. Daniel McKorley, Executive Chairman of McDan Group of Companies, and Ing. Prof. Elsie Effah Kaufmann, Dean of the School of Engineering Sciences, University of Ghana, who will deliver the keynote address. In all, about 40 thought leaders from across Africa will speak at the summit.
African Sub-regional and International Participation
High-profile participants are expected from across Africa and beyond, including Canada, Australia, the United States, South America, the UK, and Germany. An estimated 800 participants are expected, with confirmations already received from Nigeria, Rwanda, Kenya, Uganda, South Africa, Egypt, Liberia, Sierra Leone and Morocco.
Benefits for Exhibitors and Participants
Exhibitors and participants will benefit from networking, industry insights, visibility, and new business opportunities. They will have access to B2B and B2C opportunities, potential investors, enhanced brand development, real-time lead generation, and exposure to influential industry players and projects across Africa.
Achievements of Previous Editions
The 2023 and 2024 editions recorded nearly 1,000 participants combined and connected over 300 exhibitors, contractors, and professionals to major projects across Africa. The summit has become the most impactful built environment event on the continent.
Partners and Sponsors
ACEACRES 2025 is supported by local partners such as the Ghana Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET-GH), Ghana Institute of Construction (GIOC), Ghana Electrical Contractors Association (GECA), Real Estate Council (REAC), Ghana Association of Real Estate Brokers (GAREB), and many others. International partners include the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) and the Sierra Leone Institution of Engineers (SLIE).
Principal sponsors include Gerflor Ghana, Meprolim Ghana, Premier Steel Ltd, McDan Group, Jemba Solutions Ltd, Fort Doors Ghana, Primus Group, Alusynco Hellas Services Ltd, Reroy Cables Ltd, CIMAF, Magil Enterprise Ltd, and GoBitumen Ltd, among others.
Opening and Awards Ceremony
The purpose address will be delivered by Mr. Daniel Kontie, Founder and CEO of the Africa Continental Engineering & Construction Network Ltd, with Dr. Daniel McKorley and Ing. Prof. Elsie Effah Kaufmann delivering keynote addresses.
The summit will be climaxed with the African Continental Built Environment Excellence Awards (ACBEEA), recognizing innovations and excellence in architecture, engineering, real estate, green building, construction technologies and more.
Organizer’s Profile
The Africa Continental Engineering & Construction Network Ltd is a pan-African built environment and real estate firm headquartered in Ghana with projects and networks across the continent and beyond.
Vision
To be among Africa’s top five built environment firms in the next 10 years, driving continental integration and professional networking.
Mission
To deliver superior built environment services across disciplines while championing innovation and sustainability for Africa’s socio-economic transformation.
Values
- Integrity
- Professionalism
- Sustainability
Media Partners
Business and Financial Times, Business 24, Channel 1 TV, Eco-Enviro News (Africa Rising Communications), Africa Live News, JoyNews TV, GhanaWeb and MarCopolis.
Media Contacts
📞 +233209032280, +2338650199
📧 d.knotie@acecnltd.com
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