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Latest News from BRG and the Global Building Products Industry
Stay informed regarding BRG's latest publications and industry news covering the markets for HVAC equipment, components & controls, bathroom & kitchen products, plumbing, pipes, valves & fittings and thermal insulation.

Transforming South African Energy Landscape: The Rise of Solar Thermal Solutions
South Africa's ongoing load shedding crisis, marked by frequent power cuts lasting up to 10 hours a day, has severely impacted industrial...
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Mar 264 min read

Nigerian Government Introduces New Energy Performance Standards for Room Air Conditioners
Nigeria Nigeria: The Federal Government of Nigeria has approved new Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) and energy labeling for...
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Feb 251 min read

Panasonic Unveils 2025 Growth Strategy for Nigeria, Aims for Stronger Market Presence
Panasonic Logo NIGERIA: Panasonic Marketing Middle East & Africa (PMMAF) has outlined its strategic roadmap to drive growth in the...
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Feb 42 min read

Daikin Expands its Presence in the Nigerian HVAC-R market
Daikin Nigeria: Daikin Industries, the developer and manufacturer of air conditioning, heating, ventilation, and refrigeration (HVAC-R)...
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Jan 291 min read


Global Firms Expand in South Africa as Economic Outlook Brightens
GDP SOUTH AFRICA: Several international companies are acquiring South African-based businesses as economic prospects show a notable...
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Jan 281 min read


Central Bank of Nigeria Projects GDP Growth at 4.17% for 2025
GDP Nigeria: The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has forecasted a GDP growth rate of 4.17% in 2025, signaling faster economic growth...
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Jan 221 min read

AGORA Project Launched By UNDP to Promote Sustainable Cooling in Ghana and Nigeria
UNDP Nigeria: The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and UNEP United for Efficiency, in collaboration with the governments of...
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Dec 18, 20241 min read

Fierce Competition in the Nigerian HVAC Market: China vs. the World
The Nigerian Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) market is witnessing rapid expansion due to increasing urbanization,...
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Dec 5, 20243 min read


High Borrowing Costs Hinder Construction Financing in Nigeria
Nigeria: Nigeria's construction sector is facing significant challenges due to high inflation, soaring material costs, and increased...
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Dec 4, 20241 min read


Proposed 35% Excise Duty Opposed by Construction Industry in Kenya
Kenya: The Kenyan construction industry is opposing a proposed 35% excise duty on essential building materials, including tiles, sinks,...
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Dec 1, 20241 min read


Kenya Tackles Housing Deficit with Affordable Housing and Industry Innovation
Kenya: Kenya’s construction industry players have been encouraged to align with the government’s affordable housing program to drive...
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Nov 24, 20241 min read

South Africa Regulatory Body Approves Acquisition of Kwikot by Haier
South Africa: Haier Europe Appliances Holding has received conditional approval from the Competition Commission of South Africa for its...
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Nov 14, 20241 min read

South Africa’s Unemployment Rate Falls to 32.1% Under Coalition Government
South Africa: South Africa's unemployment rate dropped to 32.1% in the third quarter of 2024, down from 33.5% in the second quarter,...
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Nov 12, 20241 min read
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