The Africa International Housing Show (AIHS) has firmly established itself as a global brand, leading the charge in addressing Africa’s housing challenges through international collaborations and innovative strategies. From its humble beginnings eighteen years ago, AIHS has grown into the continent’s premier housing and construction event, with a consistent vision that has birthed impactful platforms such as the Housing Development Advocacy Network (HDAN) and Africa’s first dedicated housing television channel, Housing TV Africa.

Since its inception, AIHS has transformed from a regional initiative into a globally recognized event, drawing thousands of participants from around the world. Festus Adebayo, the visionary leader behind AIHS, has maintained a relentless focus on advocacy for affordable and resilient housing, resulting in the creation of HDAN, a powerful advocacy platform that champions the rights to decent shelter for all Africans. Additionally, the establishment of Africa’s first housing television channel, Housing TV Africa, has provided a dynamic medium for raising awareness and fostering discussions on critical housing issues.

AIHS’s impact is profound, having facilitated over 200 billion Naira in business transactions for exhibitors and directly helping more than 20,000 homeless individuals secure shelter over its 18-year history. The event has become synonymous with success in the housing sector, offering a comprehensive platform for networking, knowledge exchange, and the sealing of significant housing deals.