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The affordable 3D-printed home that could transform African urbanization

14Trees are 3D printing homes and building walls in less than 12 hours.

A lack of safe, affordable housing can trap people in poverty. Building homes can end that while creating jobs and income. Image: CDC Group

Sean Fleming
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The first 3D printed affordable house in Africa, with the walls printed in less than 12 hours.
The first 3D printed affordable house in Africa, with the walls printed in less than 12 hours. Image: LinkedIn/14Trees
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