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From 2020 to 2021, foreign direct investment (FDI) rose in three of Africa’s regional economic groups, including:  1. FDI to Southern Africa jumped to $42 billion due to a large corporate reconfiguration in South Africa. 2. West Africa saw FDI increase by 48% to $14 billion mainly from the resurgence in oil investment and expansion in gas. 3. Investment flows to East Africa increased by 35% to $8.2 billion1 There are several reasons why multinational corporations are looking to increase their partnerships in Africa. Read more here.👇 https://buff.ly/3T1pcZ0

Does your organization have a long-term growth strategy to tap into the growing opportunities in Africa? - young population - thriving entrepreneurial spirit - rapid digitalization and urbanization These are just a few trends to keep in mind as you think about expanding your global presence with innovative solutions.

Despite the challenges in Africa, the continent is experiencing a consistent increase in opportunities, propelled by its youthful demographic, digitalization, and the rapid pace of urbanization. #machinery #businessopportunity #Africaexpansion

Africa, a continent known for its breathtaking landscapes and diverse ecosystems, is now at the forefront of a transformative movement. As the world grapples with the pressing challenges of climate change and environmental sustainability, Africa emerges as a land of immense potential and opportunity. Read more through the link below: #GreenAfrica #BusinessOpportunity #EmergingTechnology #AfricaOpportunity

Before building a partnership, a certain level of trust has to be established and that trust has to be nurtured over time to grow the business together. Trust-building doesn't happen overnight. It's a gradual process that requires consistent effort and commitment. This entails not only meeting your business obligations but also demonstrating respect for local customs, understanding the unique market dynamics, and showing a genuine interest in the well-being of your partners and the communities you operate in. Read more from the article and send us a message for questions. #partnershipinAfrica #AfricanPartners #BusinessExpansion #ExpansioninAfrica

Trade zones, economic regions, market proximity, and trade agreements play a major role in industrial development in Africa.  Get more from this report from the link below https://buff.ly/43UspfD #africareport #industrialreport #emergingmarket #africanmarket

Africa isn't just a continent of incredible landscapes; it's also a powerhouse for business tourism! Dive into the latest article to discover how the synergy between travel and commerce is driving economic growth across the African continent according to statistics. #tourismbusiness #businessinAfrica #emergingbusiness #businesstourism https://lnkd.in/gusjeezZ

Any business developer serious about building out their expansion in emerging markets needs these 9 people in their supply chain Over the last 7 years, my team and I at KPA have helped global business developers with their expansion across emerging markets in Africa. An important piece of the puzzle is aligning the incentives along your supply chain so that these three flows: - products - finance - information move seamlessly between our partners and their customer base in these key markets. I've found that these are the nine type of people you need in your channel when you expand into new geographic regions. This is specific to hardware-related businesses. - importers - distributors - regulatory consultants - marketing team - sales team - technical team (for after sales support) - channel manager - business manager - industry experts Depending on where you are in your expansion, identify the type of partner you need or manger you have to hire. Then align the incentives for each partner to help you ease the flow of finances back to your organization. Build with the right mix of partners. Did I miss any important partner in my list? #emergingmarkets #internationalbusiness #expansion

Building quality customer relationships is an important recipe in solidifying a memorable brand and retaining customers.  To delight and retain customers focus on the entire journey of your customer and provide value along the way from start to end. Read the article below how to do this: #AfricaBusiness #EmergingMarkets #EntrepreneurshipOpportunities #AfricanOpportunity

Delve into the untapped business opportunities across the diverse landscapes of Africa. From tech startups in Lagos to sustainable agriculture in Kenya, the African continent offers a wealth of possibilities. Check this article for some business ideas #AfricaBusiness #EmergingMarkets #EntrepreneurshipOpportunities