Construction projects in Africa face a persistent challenge: delayed payments lead to stalled builds, and upfront payments lead to abandoned sites. Milestone escrow is a proven way to align incentives and keep projects moving.
Defining your milestones
Typical construction projects can be broken into foundation, structural frame, roofing, internal finishing, and handover. Each of these is a natural milestone. Define clear, observable criteria for each — not just time-based, but deliverable-based.
Evidence submission
Saharix allows providers to attach photos, documents, and third-party inspection reports as evidence for each milestone. This creates an immutable audit trail that both parties can reference in case of disputes.
What happens if there's a dispute?
If the client rejects a milestone, the funds remain in escrow and a dispute can be opened. A Saharix mediator reviews the evidence submitted and makes a binding decision. This process typically takes 3–5 business days.
Getting started
Create a free Saharix account and invite your contractor. Set up your milestone contract in under 5 minutes. No legal paperwork required.
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Saharix Team