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EPISODE · Feb 18, 2025 · 16 MIN

Facility Management in Africa: Challenges and Successes

from Connected FM · host Christa Dodoo, Sampson Opare-Agyemang, Elizabeth Shelton

In this episode, Christa Dodoo, the First Vice-Chair of IFMA, sits down with Sampson Opare-Agyemang, the President of IFMA Ghana, about the chapter’s 13-14 year journey in advancing facilities management across Africa. They also discuss how education has been pivotal in shifting mindsets, the value of credentials like the FMP, and the adoption of renewable energy and lifecycle costing practices. They also talk about essential FM skills, partnerships with government bodies and associations, and future goals like expanding university programs and developing more local trainings. Connect with Us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ifmaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/InternationalFacilityManagementAssociation/Twitter: https://twitter.com/IFMAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ifma_hq/YouTube: https://youtube.com/ifmaglobalVisit us at https://ifma.org

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Join Christa Dodoo as she chats with Sampson Opare-Agyemang about IFMA Ghana’s 13+ year journey, tackling FM challenges in Africa. They explore education's role, key skills, and the chapter’s collaborations shaping the future of FM.

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