This unique publication is the only detailed, multinational guide to the cost of construction work across Africa. Thirteen countries are covered in individual country chapters, along with comparative regional information: Algeria, Cameroon, Chad, Cote d'lvoire, Gabon, The Gambia, Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa and Zambia.The following information is given for each country:Key data on the main economic and construction indicatorsAn outline of the national construction industry, covering structure, tendering and contract procedures, regulations and standards.Labour and materials cost dataMeasured rates for a range of construction work itemsApproximate estimating costs for a range of building types.Price index data and exchange rate movements against£ sterling and US $.Addresses of public and private construction related organisations. Copyright (C) Muze Inc. 2005. For personal use only. All rights reserved.