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President’s Message
This year has proved to us that our association could as well thrive and stay relevant in the virtual space. I am proud of our successes particularly in providing more opportunities for meaningful engagement for our members and sponsors in providing professional development and outreach opportunities.
The changes around us in the industry are prominent. Technology has continued to impact on us and the benefits of this is encapsulated in this BuildPress issue’s theme New Technology in Construction. At AAK we have embraced the use of technology in the industry and have continued to press on our members to embrace the same. We support the introduction of solutions that will enable production of affordable housing in the country with significantly reduced carbon footprint. We have committed to support the introduction of 3D printing of structures in the country as it has demonstrated the potential, in the medium and long term, of significantly refuting the carbon footprint of housing development as well as the actual cost of development.
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We have partnered with 14 Trees, a company owned by Lafarge Holcim and CDC Group to promote this technology in the country. We have also partnered with Neulandt, an Austrian company that is planning to introduce portable pre-cast technology in the country. It is our firm belief that these partnerships will support the realisation of green and more affordable housing solutions in the country.
In the year ahead, we hope to continue with these initiatives, as well as constantly scouting for opportunities that will help the association realize its core mandate of promoting excellence in the sector. Above all, I would like to thank you members for your continued participation and enthusiasm in our professional community and our partners for your incredible support and cordial relationship over the years. As we move into the festive season, I’d like to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
WILSON MUGAMBI PRESIDENT, AAK
