The construction and building industry in Africa has grown and evolved tremendously in recent years. Incredible landmarks, skyscrapers and pieces of architectural genius are popping up across the continent.
When it comes to reaching for the skies, there are some buildings in Africa that are quite impressive. Here are some of the tallest buildings in Africa. Some are old and some are new, but they are all examples of Africa’s construction abilities.

1. The Carlton Centre

The Carlton Centre stands 223 meters tall in the heart of Johannesburg, South Africa.

2. Ponte City Apartments

Another Johannesburg landmark, the Ponte City Apartments stand 567.6 feet tall.

3. Bahai Centre

The Bahai Centre in Algeria is the fourth-tallest building in Africa, and features a shopping mall and a hotel. The building consists of 31 floors.

4. The NITEL Tower

The NITEL Tower in Lagos, Nigeria stands 160 meters tall, and house the headquarters of the Nigerian Telecommunications Company. It is the tallest building in Nigeria.


5. The South African Reserve Bank Building

One of the most impressive skyscrapers on the continent, the South African Reserve Bank Building is 492 feet tall.

Does it sometimes feel like your mood is affected by the room you are in? According to some psychological studies, the dominant colour of a room can impact your mood and emotions.

According to the website VeryWellMind.com the effect that different colours have on people is not always a one-shoe-fits-all concept, since colours have different meanings in different cultures and different parts of the world.

However, studies do suggest that some colours have universal meanings, and can make us feel or behave in interesting ways.

One study, for example, found that warm-coloured placebo pills were reported as more effective than cool-coloured placebo pills, while another study suggested that blue street lights can impact the amount of crime in an area.

If you are in the process of renovating your home, and you are shopping around for paint, it might be interesting to consider the psychological impact that some colours are believed to have.

Here is a summary of some popular paint colours:

Black

While black is often associated with mourning or darker feelings, feng shui suggests that black in your children’s room can bring calm and creativity.

White

For some people, a white room can seem cold or bland, but for others it might make them feel fresh and clean. White is also popular for evoking better concentration.

Red

Red is often described as a powerful and strong colour, and is often associated with love and warmth. From a paint perspective, red can be fun, and can be used to make bold statements.

Blue

According to some surveys, blue is the colour widely preferred by most men. Blue is often viewed as a non-threatening colour, and can create a sense of peacefulness, tranquillity and security.

Green

Green is considered a cool colour that symbolises nature. It is very popular among decorators due to its calming effect. Green is also regarded as natural and often compliments a room with more natural colour palettes, like browns.

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