UNDP Awards Consultancy for Financial Feasibility Study of Eswatini Construction Industry Fund

Introduction

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has issued a new contract award to support the creation of the Eswatini Construction Industry Fund, a strategic initiative aimed at strengthening the country’s construction sector and improving access to finance.

Contract Details and Scope

The award was posted on 2 February 2026 under reference 10505297/UNDP-SWZ-00210.

Key highlights:

• Organization - United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

• Beneficiary Country - Eswatini (Swaziland)

• Procurement Method - Individual Contractor Selection

• Contract Value - USD 45,575

• Scope - Financial feasibility study for establishing the Eswatini Construction Industry Fund

The consultancy will assess financial models, funding mechanisms, and sustainability strategies to support the development of a dedicated financing framework for the construction sector.

Awarded Consultant

The contract was awarded to Linda Shiba, selected as an international individual consultant to deliver specialised financial and economic analysis for the project.

Strategic Importance of the Project

The proposed Construction Industry Fund is expected to play a key role in:

• Supporting infrastructure development projects

• Improving access to finance for construction companies

• Encouraging private sector investment

• Strengthening job creation and economic growth

Feasibility studies are a crucial first step in ensuring the long-term sustainability and effectiveness of such sector-focused funding mechanisms.

Conclusion

This consultancy marks an important milestone in Eswatini’s efforts to expand financing options for the construction sector. The findings of the feasibility study are expected to guide future implementation and investment decisions.

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