CBA
Circular Build Africa
Transforming Waste into Sustainable Infrastructure
Transforming Waste into Sustainable Infrastructure
Circular Build Africa (CBA) is transforming waste into sustainable infrastructure through engineering innovation, research, circular economy solutions, and strategic partnerships across Africa.
Measuring our contribution towards a circular and sustainable Africa.
Tons of Waste Recycled
Research Projects
Strategic Partners
People to Impact by 2030
Circular Build Africa works across research, engineering, innovation and partnerships to accelerate sustainable infrastructure across Africa.
Promoting sustainable waste management, recycling, and resource efficiency.
Developing affordable eco-friendly construction materials from recycled resources.
Supporting resilient cities through low-carbon engineering solutions.
Conducting applied engineering research that addresses Africa's infrastructure challenges.
Empowering students, engineers and communities through training and knowledge sharing.
Collaborating with universities, governments, NGOs and the private sector.
EcoBuild Blocks is Circular Build Africa's flagship innovation, transforming plastic waste into durable, affordable and environmentally friendly construction materials that support resilient communities across Africa.
Innovative engineering projects driving the circular economy and sustainable infrastructure across Africa.
Plastic waste transformed into sustainable building blocks.
Explore Project
Experimental research investigating the use of recycled porcelain tile waste as coarse aggregate in sustainable concrete production.
Low-cost filtration system using local natural materials.
Examining the effect of blended second-hand clothing fibres on the performance, durability, and sustainability of cement mortar for environmentally responsible construction.
Research investigating the reduction of iron in groundwater using powdered activated carbon (PAC) and chlorination for improved water quality.
Investigating the influence of crushed clay roof tiles as a partial replacement of natural coarse aggregates on the performance of concrete.
Evaluating the effect of partial replacement of coarse aggregates with crumb rubber for lightweight concrete.
Investigating the effect of powdered gum Arabic as an additive on the performance of concrete.
Investigating the reduction of turbidity in water using tamarind seed powder and hardwood ash as locally available treatment materials.
Investigating the utilization of demolished concrete waste as a partial replacement of natural coarse aggregates in concrete production.
Investigating the effects of partially replacing cement with basalt rock powder on the performance of concrete.
Investigating the use of oil palm shell as a partial replacement of coarse aggregate in concrete.
Investigating waste clay bricks as a sustainable alternative to natural fine aggregate in concrete.
Experimental study investigating the use of eggshell powder and charcoal ash as partial replacements of cement in concrete.
Investigating the use of granular activated carbon (GAC) for reducing iron concentrations in groundwater and improving water quality.
We collaborate with universities, research institutions, governments, NGOs, industry, and communities to accelerate sustainable engineering solutions.
Circular Build Africa develops long-term initiatives that combine engineering, research, sustainability, and community development to build a greener Africa.
Developing innovative sustainable construction materials using recycled plastic, porcelain waste, textile fibres and other circular resources.
Explore InitiativeDesigning affordable water filtration systems and improving access to safe water for vulnerable communities.
Explore InitiativeApplying GIS, remote sensing and spatial analysis to improve infrastructure planning and sustainable cities.
Explore InitiativeProviding engineering training, research skills, BIM, AutoCAD, Revit and GIS education.
Explore InitiativeSupporting engineering research, laboratory testing, prototypes and innovative construction technologies.
Explore InitiativeEmpowering youth, women and local communities through circular economy education and green entrepreneurship.
Explore InitiativeDiscover scholarships, internships, fellowships, competitions, engineering training, conferences and sustainability events from Africa and around the world.
Master's, PhD and professional scholarship opportunities in engineering and sustainability.
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Circular Build Africa begins its mission to transform waste into sustainable infrastructure across Africa.
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