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What EDGE Certification Really Means for Africa’s Buildings, and Why Rwanda is Perfectly Poised
Imagine if your building could wear a badge of honour - not just for being beautiful or functional, but for being radically efficient ....
Jun 193 min read


Inside MASAKA VIEWS: A Look at Our Exclusive "Insider Sessions"
Over the past few weeks, Fortis Green Housing has welcomed select guests to Masaka Views Insider Sessions:Â a series of intimate,...
Jun 61 min read


The Secret Life of Urban Plants: Why Landscaping Isn’t Just Decoration
To the casual eye, landscaping might seem like the final flourish on a building project: an aesthetic add-on to soften the hard edges of...
Jun 43 min read


Beyond Bricks and Beams: Rethinking Construction as a 100-Year Decision
We tend to think of buildings as permanent. Solid. Anchored in place. Yet behind every brick and beam is a conversation with time: how...
Jun 34 min read


Not Everyone Wants a Mansion. Some Just Want a Good House with a Fence and a Garden.
There’s a quiet revolution taking place in how people think about home ownership in Rwanda. It’s not flashy. It doesn’t shout. But it’s...
Apr 254 min read


The Circular Economy: A Pathway to Sustainable Growth in Rwanda
Imagine an economy where waste is almost non-existent, where materials and resources are reused and repurposed to create value over and...
Jan 133 min read


Holistic Health: Rethinking How We Choose Where to Live
When it comes to finding a place to live, most people focus on practicalities - proximity to work, affordability, or the number of...
Nov 28, 20243 min read


Masaka: Kigali’s Emerging Real Estate Hotspot Poised for High Returns
As Rwanda's vibrant capital, Kigali, continues its rapid growth, new areas are emerging with promising opportunities for real estate...
Nov 11, 20242 min read


World Environmental Health Day: Confronting the Plastic Pollution Crisis for a Healthier Tomorrow
At Fortis Green, we recognize that the health of our planet is closely tied to the well-being of its people. As we observe International...
Sep 26, 20242 min read


How Renewable Energy is Shaping the Future of Real Estate in Africa
Africa is on the cusp of a transformation that promises to redefine its cities, communities, and economies. The rise of renewable energy...
Jul 30, 20243 min read
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