Development Bank of Southern Africa National Housing Finance Corporation Nedbank Standard Bank
Location
South Africa
Description
Framework loan to be made available to several financial intermediaries for the funding of affordable and social housing projects and associated urban infrastructure, including social amenities, throughout South Africa.
Objectives
The selected schemes of affordable and social housing to be funded will be part of local integrated and inclusive sustainable urban development plans and housing policies satisfying the EIB's eligibility criteria for the sector.
Comments
Sector(s)
Urban infra.
Proposed EIB finance (Approximate amount)
EUR 150 million
Total cost (Approximate amount)
EUR 500 million
Environmental aspects
The operation will be required to meet the environmental and social requirements of the Bank based on EU policy.
Procurement
The Bank will require the intermediaries to ensure that implementation of the project will be done in accordance with the EIB's Guide to Procurement.
Status
Approved
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22/03/2013.
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