In this issue of TradeInvest Africa we analyse the property and mortgage market in West Africa, where a burgeoning middle-class needs affordable houses. A lot of business opportunities are arising from this need continent-wide, and we have therefore included a potentially lucrative opportunity to start a gutter roll-forming business. Also in the spotlight are efforts by the DRC to implement laws designed to attract foreign investors to exploit the country's huge natural resources. Take note of the comprehensive list of events in the calendar below the business section.