The new edition of the Africa-Investment Forum, to be held in the Moroccan capital (Rabat) from December 4 to 6, will focus on innovative partnerships capable of stimulating the structuring of projects on a regional scale.
In 2023, Africa continues to attract investment despite significant economic challenges, including high inflation and increased financing costs.
According to a report by the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), Africa has significant potential for sustainable investment. The continent’s sustainable financing gap is estimated at around $194 billion per year, or 34 percent of investment in 2021.
The Africa Investment Forum (AIF) is therefore positioned as a key lever to address the continent’s development challenges by facilitating access to finance and catalyzing high-impact projects.
This platform, led by the African Development Bank (AfDB) and seven other leading institutions, aims to bridge the investment gap by bringing together investors, project promoters, and public decision-makers.
Since its launch in 2018, the AIF has mobilized more than $150 billion for strategic projects in sectors such as infrastructure, energy, agriculture, and health.
This progress reflects a collective effort to transform Africa into a destination of choice for global investors.
By hosting the Market Days for the second consecutive year, the Kingdom reaffirms its status as a regional investment hub and its commitment to inclusive and sustainable development in Africa.
Driven by ambitious public policies, Morocco is establishing itself as a key player facilitating interactions between international investors and African economies.
While Africa continues to face structural challenges such as infrastructure financing and access to reliable energy, the AIF demonstrates the continent’s ability to attract capital and transform initiatives into tangible successes.
Through strategic collaboration and a pragmatic approach, the Forum aims to build a solid foundation for sustainable economic growth in line with the aspirations of the African Union’s Agenda 2063.
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