March 9, 2026
1 min
The African real estate market is still lightly regulated in some countries, leaving the door open for unscrupulous intermediaries. Here's how to secure your choice.
7 criteria to choose well
- Professional card, verify it's issued by an official body.
- Client references, ask for former client contacts and actually call them.
- Mandate contract, a serious agent works only with a written mandate.
- Fee transparency, agency fees must be disclosed upfront.
- Sector knowledge, ask specific questions about m² prices in your target area.
- Online presence, a verified profile on Imonga is a good signal.
- Responsiveness, an agent who takes 48h to call back won't be more reactive after you sign.
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From reading to searching
The advice above is worth most when applied to a specific property. 126 listings are online, viewable without an account.