Story: Mohammed A. Abu Cross-border investment in West Africa is a complex mix of formal Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) concentrated in key hubs like Nigeria, Ghana, and Senegal, and massive Informal Cross-Border Trade (ICBT) that supports local livelihoods. While regional integration efforts remain high, investors face challenges such as infrastructural deficits, regulatory inconsistencies, and security issues Key Drivers and Sectors Mineral Resources & Energy: Mining (bauxite, manganese, gold) and infrastructure projects are the primary recipients of capital. Substantial multinational and regional capital flows target energy transitions and clean energy corridors.…
Deepening Cross-border Investments…EDB, Mauritius takes Pragmatic action
