Regiones costeras de África con inversión extranjera

North Africa attracted the majority of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) to the African continent in 2024, reaching a record high of $97 billion. This capital inflow represents a 75% increase from the previous year, solidifying its position as a prime destination for foreign investors in coastal regions.

South Africa features one of Africa's most diversified economies, with robust sectors such as mining, agriculture, and a deep financial sector. Its developed infrastructure and tourism potential attract significant foreign investment, particularly in its coastal regions which facilitate trade and tourism.

Egypt attracts significant foreign direct investment, with a 122.55% increase in 2022, reaching 11.40 billion US dollars. The country allows 100% foreign ownership of most investment projects and guarantees capital repatriation, making it an attractive destination for international investors in its coastal regions.

Nigeria is Africa's largest economy, with a GDP exceeding $500 billion, and has been a key destination for foreign direct investment in the coastal region. Despite a decline in FDI in 2024, the country remains a fundamental economic player with stable growth projections. Its extensive coastline and position as an economic powerhouse make it attractive to international investors.

Southern Africa is a key region for foreign investment in its coastal areas, with countries like South Africa, Angola, and Mozambique attracting billions of dollars. South Africa, for instance, received US$7.5 billion in direct investment from the US in 2021, while Angola and Mozambique have been significant recipients of Middle Eastern and Chinese investment.

Angola has shown a significant increase in foreign direct investment inflows, with a year-on-year rise of $3.8 billion as of January 2023. This growth is attributed to the country's efforts in improving economic regulations and broader reforms. Furthermore, real GDP growth is projected to be driven by agribusiness and logistics investment along the Lobito corridor, as well as by non-diamond mining and rare earth projects.

Mozambique attracts significant foreign direct investment, particularly in its extractive and coastal sectors, driving economic growth and job creation. The government has established a favorable legal framework, including tax benefits and simplified procedures, to further encourage the inflow of foreign capital.

West Africa attracts significant foreign investment, driven by a vibrant private sector and consistent economic growth. The region benefits from programs like WASOP, which channels 59 million euros from the European Union into a sustainable blue economy and marine protection, fostering investment in its coastal areas.

East Africa attracted a record $65 billion in foreign direct investment in 2024, highlighting its crucial role in the continent's economic landscape. The region's coastal nations are actively working to transform into a maritime hub for trade and investment, boosting coastal tourism and the blue economy.

Côte d'Ivoire has attracted substantial foreign investment, particularly in its tourism sector, aiming to establish it as the third pillar of its economy. The country has raised billions of euros for its “Sublime Côte d'Ivoire” strategy, which seeks to significantly increase tourist arrivals and job creation, solidifying its position as a key investment destination on the West African coast.

Mauritania has attracted significant foreign investment through programs like WACA+, with $240 million in financing from the World Bank Group. This investment is dedicated to protecting its vulnerable coastlines from erosion and floods, and strengthening blue-economy value chains, creating 13,000 jobs in fisheries and aquaculture. Additionally, the Nouakchott Coastline Development Project, launched in 2018, addresses critical climate change challenges along its capital's coastline.