Real Estate : digital as a growth lever
The African real estate sector is undergoing a transformation, driven by rapid urbanization and the rise of the middle classes. Despite persistent obstacles such as lack of financing and administrative complexities, technological innovations like blockchain and proptech are redefining the way real estate is built, bought, and managed. In Côte d'Ivoire, the DGAimmo360 platform, inspired by the Canadian model, positions itself as a key player in this transformation by bringing transparency, security, and connectivity to the market.
The real estate sector in Africa faces major challenges, such as lack of accessible financing, complex administrative procedures, and the lack of professionalism among certain players in the ecosystem. These obstacles complicate the acquisition and sale of real estate, while the rapid population growth in African cities intensifies the demand for modern and affordable housing. In this context, megacities like Lagos, Nairobi, and Johannesburg are experiencing accelerated urbanization, encouraging the emergence of innovative solutions to meet housing and infrastructure needs.
And these innovations are arriving! The integration of technologies like proptech facilitates transaction management and access to information, making purchasing and renting processes more transparent. Additionally, blockchain promises to secure real estate transactions by creating tamper-proof records, which can reduce fraud related to property ownership. Fintech solutions like real estate crowdfunding also contribute to making financing more accessible, mobilizing resources for new projects.
The objective is to professionalize the sector, to mobilize all stakeholders, and above all to secure transactions
In Côte d’Ivoire, where the digital ecosystem and economic growth are combined to transform the real estate sector, the DGAimmo360 platform illustrates this shift. Launched by DGA International Immobilier, it centralizes all key players in the sector on a single digital platform. According to Gbeuli Guero, co-founder and CEO, « the objective is to professionalize the sector, mobilize all stakeholders, and especially secure transactions. »
Fraud risks and administrative complexities have long deterred investors, especially those from the diaspora, who are concerned about the security of their investments. To address these concerns, DGAimmo360 digitalizes the entire real estate process, providing builders, developers, real estate agencies, banks, and institutions with real-time access to verified and secure information. « By digitalizing the entire process, from purchasing to construction, we bring trust to investors, banks, institutions, and ultimately, consumers, » he adds.
Inspired by the Canadian model but adapted to African realities
DGAimmo360 draws inspiration from the Canadian real estate model, recognized for its transparency and efficiency. « The Canadian market is the best real estate market in the world because it is transparent and comprehensive. Banks finance projects because they have access to real-time data thanks to digitalization, » explains Gbeuli Guero. By adapting this model to local realities, the platform offers a modern and reliable solution, guaranteeing the security of real estate transactions in Côte d’Ivoire.
We created a transparent and traceable ecosystem so that investors can invest with confidence, regardless of their location
One of DGAimmo360’s strengths is its ability to connect the Ivorian diaspora with the local market. With an interface accessible from anywhere in the world, investors can monitor their projects in real-time and interact with managers. « We created a transparent and traceable ecosystem so that investors can invest with confidence, regardless of their location, » says Gbeuli Guero. This system also strengthens the platform’s international network by integrating real estate agents based in France, the United States, Canada, Mali, and Senegal.
Transparency and security
The DGAimmo360 model is based on the centralization and rigorous verification of real estate projects. Each project is audited and validated by professionals, ensuring compliance and security. Furthermore, a progressive rating system allows developers to improve the quality of their services. In partnership with banks, the platform also facilitates access to financing for solid projects, providing financial institutions with complete visibility on projects.
One cannot create an ecosystem of this kind without transparency and traceability
summarizes Gbeuli Guero. With this initiative, DGA International Immobilier hopes to modernize the Ivorian sector and serve as a model for other African countries.
