En Français The last few years have seen marked developments in the dynamic landscape of African agriculture. The continent's cultivated land has expanded significantly since 2020, contributing to 52% of the global increase in cultivated area, with sub-Saharan Africa leading agricultural output growth. This report highlights the importance of transitioning to knowledge-based farming systems…
En Français As Africa embraces the transformative power of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), Special Economic Zones (SEZs) emerge as pivotal catalysts for regional economic growth.The impact of AfCFTA on SEZs on the continent is a key part of Africa’s growth, through improved market access, reduced trade barriers, and participation in regional value chains, which all enhance…
In English Alors que l'Afrique se lance dans une nouvelle ère marquée par la Zone de Libre-Échange Continentale Africaine (ZLECAf), les Zones Économiques Spéciales (ZES) émergent en tant que catalyseurs favorisant la croissance économique régionale. L'impact de la nouvelle ZLECAf sur les ZES du continent est un vecteur clé pour la croissance de l'Afrique, avec une amélioration…
In English Les dernières années ont vu des développements marqués dans le paysage dynamique de l'agriculture africaine. Le nombre de terres cultivées du continent a considérablement augmenté depuis 2020, contribuant à 52 % de l'augmentation mondiale, avec l'Afrique subsaharienne en tête de la croissance de la production agricole. Ce rapport met en avant l'importance de la transition…
Africa faces many challenges that hinder its development both politically and socio-economically in a global state of affairs where economies are weakened, and uncertainty is existing. As a continent with many opportunities, Africa must constantly adapt to the shocks that constrain its evolution. Nevertheless, the continent is proving resilient, whether in the face of the Covid-19 pandemic, the ecological…
On creating the right environment for private players to actively support development How do you assess the local regulatory framework for public-private partnerships (PPPs)? GUPTA: Arise initiated the first PPP in Mauritania in 2018 with the Nouakchott Container Terminal. While the country has a short history of PPPs, the environment is evolving rapidly and the private sector has a key…
On opportunities for increased cooperation What role can foreign direct investment (FDI) play in boosting Mauritania’s economy, and in which sectors do you see the most opportunities? LAM: Attracting more FDI to Mauritania will be a major goal of the country’s Industrial Acceleration Plan in the near term. Our main focus is on productive sectors, such as agri-business, livestock raising…
On strategies to attract investment, improve infrastructure and support businesses How has the Covid-19 pandemic impacted the economy, and what moves are ensuring that Mauritania can attract investment going forwards? KANE: The measures taken to limit the spread of the virus have had a negative impact on economic activity. As a result, GDP performance shifted from growth of 5.9% in 2019…
Mauritania is determined to contribute to the development and deepening of its economic and commercial partnerships with the countries of the continent by taking advantage of its geostrategic position and natural resources, as well as promoting the private sector, a favourable business climate and the numerous investment opportunities that our country offers. Significant investments have been…
The Ministry of Petroleum, Mines and Energy (MPME), which leads the energy sector, has the primary objec-tives of boosting equal access to energy, developing low-carbon solutions, and positioning the sector as an engine of growth and job creation. The Regulatory Authority issues licences, which are approved by the MPME, and ensures adherence to the 2001 Electri-cal Code. A new electrical code taking…