AFRICA’S TALLEST SKYSCRAPER TO BE CONSTRUCTED IN EGYPT

Egypt’s proposed skyscraper is set to replace Carlton centre as Africa’s tallest skyscraper

Egypt is set to construct Africa tallest skyscraper as part of its new administrative capital project. The 345m-high skyscraper project which is to be constructed by China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC) is expected to cost US$ 3bn and will replace South Africa’s 223-meter-tall Carlton Centre once it is completed.

The project which will cover an area of 50km, will comprise of 12 business complexes, five residential buildings and two hotels over half a square kilometer.

Chinese ambassador to Cairo, Song Aiguo; ”The initiative carries on the vision of the ancient trade route of The Silk Road, with a bold plan to connect China to the entirety of Asia and the eastern parts of Africa and Europe through six routes.”

Egypt originally sought to develop the project with a Dubai real estate company before reaching a deal with the Chinese developer.

The project will also raised the level of both country ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership both economically and culturally.