Angola: Infrastructure Report Q4 2008

Angola is currently experiencing a post-war construction boom, funded largely by the proceeds of its oil exports. Most of the foreign investment is from firms in China, Portugal, Brazil, and South Africa; however, recently there has been something of a scramble as European countries look to capitalise on the perceived opportunities. There is huge demand for housing and transport infrastructure, as well as considerable potential for the development of a hydro-electricity industry.