{"id":10583,"date":"2021-07-21T13:45:22","date_gmt":"2021-07-21T11:45:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/?p=10583"},"modified":"2024-08-05T18:01:46","modified_gmt":"2024-08-05T16:01:46","slug":"investire-in-africa-greenfield-vantaggi-e-rischi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/invest-in-africa\/investing-inafrica-greenfield-benefits-and-risks\/","title":{"rendered":"Greenfield: The Advantages - Investing in Africa"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ma_quali_sono_in_vantaggi_di_un_investimento_Greenfield\"><\/span>But what are the advantages of a Greenfield investment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Certainly among the advantages of greenfield investments<\/strong> we can safely say that they give investors more control than investing in an existing local business, as well as the opportunity to form marketing partnerships and avoid intermediation costs.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Index<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #1e73be;color:#1e73be\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #1e73be;color:#1e73be\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/invest-in-africa\/investing-inafrica-greenfield-benefits-and-risks\/#Ma_quali_sono_in_vantaggi_di_un_investimento_Greenfield\" >But what are the advantages of a Greenfield investment?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/invest-in-africa\/investing-inafrica-greenfield-benefits-and-risks\/#Quando_gli_investimenti_Greenfield_contano\" >When Greenfield investments matter<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/invest-in-africa\/investing-inafrica-greenfield-benefits-and-risks\/#Un_mezzo_per_avere_un_maggiore_controllo\" >A means of greater control<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/invest-in-africa\/investing-inafrica-greenfield-benefits-and-risks\/#Opportunita_di_investire_in_progetti_green_field_in_Africa\" >Opportunities to invest in green field projects in Africa<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/invest-in-africa\/investing-inafrica-greenfield-benefits-and-risks\/#Crescita_degli_Investimenti_Greenfield\" >Greenfield Investment Growth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/invest-in-africa\/investing-inafrica-greenfield-benefits-and-risks\/#Settori_Chiave_per_gli_Investimenti\" >Key Sectors for Investment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/invest-in-africa\/investing-inafrica-greenfield-benefits-and-risks\/#Vantaggi_degli_Investimenti_Greenfield\" >Advantages of Greenfield Investments<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/invest-in-africa\/investing-inafrica-greenfield-benefits-and-risks\/#Rischi_e_Sfide\" >Risks and Challenges<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/invest-in-africa\/investing-inafrica-greenfield-benefits-and-risks\/#Come_influiscono_le_politiche_governative_africane_sugli_investimenti_greenfield\" >How African government policies affect greenfield investment<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/invest-in-africa\/investing-inafrica-greenfield-benefits-and-risks\/#Stabilita_Politica_e_Normativa\" >Political and Regulatory Stability<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/invest-in-africa\/investing-inafrica-greenfield-benefits-and-risks\/#Incentivi_e_Agevolazioni_Fiscali\" >Tax Incentives and Reductions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/invest-in-africa\/investing-inafrica-greenfield-benefits-and-risks\/#Protezione_degli_Investimenti\" >Investment Protection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/invest-in-africa\/investing-inafrica-greenfield-benefits-and-risks\/#Sviluppo_delle_Infrastrutture\" >Infrastructure Development<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/invest-in-africa\/investing-inafrica-greenfield-benefits-and-risks\/#Formazione_del_Capitale_Umano\" >Human Capital Formation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/invest-in-africa\/investing-inafrica-greenfield-benefits-and-risks\/#Accesso_al_Credito\" >Access to Credit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/invest-in-africa\/investing-inafrica-greenfield-benefits-and-risks\/#Gestire_il_rischio_in_Africa_con_calma_e_professionalita\" >Managing risk in Africa calmly and professionally<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/invest-in-africa\/investing-inafrica-greenfield-benefits-and-risks\/#Aedic_con_i_suoi_consulenti_ha_la_possibilita_di_farvi_entrare_in_Africa_Centrale_e_prendere_posizione_dove_sorgera_la_citta_industriale_di_Kribi\" >Aedic with its consultants has the opportunity to bring you into Central Africa and take a position where the industrial city of Kribi will be built.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/invest-in-africa\/investing-inafrica-greenfield-benefits-and-risks\/#che_cosa_volete_fare_ora\" >what do you want to do now?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Greenfield projects<\/strong> are an excellent way to make foreign direct investments (FDI) and are often used to expand in emerging markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They usually involve a parent company setting up a subsidiary in the foreign country. <strong>Coca-Cola and Starbucks <a href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/invest-in-africa\/greenfield-vs-brownfield-investments-africa\/\">are examples of multinationals that have made numerous greenfield investments<\/a> all over the world.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quando_gli_investimenti_Greenfield_contano\"><\/span>When Greenfield investments matter<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The investment<strong> Greenfield<\/strong> is an alternative<strong> to foreign portfolio investment<\/strong> in which an individual or a company simply buys the shares or bonds of an existing company. It is also an alternative to investing <strong>brownfield<\/strong> in which an investor acquires an existing business or production facility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Investors undertake greenfield projects<\/strong> when there are no acquisition opportunities in the target market, or when market research shows that there is little local competition in a particular line of business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>KEY POINTS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>A greenfield project gives the investor full control <a href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/law-on-investment-in-cameroon-and-taxation-in-cameroon\/\">on investments<\/a> foreign direct.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This control includes the freedom to set prices and establish a marketing strategy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Greenfields also avoid the need for intermediaries and in some countries can even <strong>receive tax breaks like in Kribi.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Un_mezzo_per_avere_un_maggiore_controllo\"><\/span>A means of greater control<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A greenfield company provides the investor with control over the business<\/strong> in a number of ways that he would probably not have if he simply invested in an existing local company. One is to establish a global strategy, for example, by determining what type of product or service will be sold and then setting production rates and the pace of expansion in the target market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, the investor can decide whether he wants to start a small-scale activity and gradually increase his presence or prepare for a large-scale launch <a href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/invest-in-africa\/beac-predicts-that-prices-of-metals-and-agricultural-products-exported-from-cemac-countries-will-increase-in-2020\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">of its products<\/a>. It would normally not have such freedom of action if it were to invest in an existing local enterprise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/working-in-africa\/growing-in-investments-in-camerun-stadiums-and-hotels\/\"><strong>Investments<\/strong><\/a> greenfield allow easier and more effective adaptation to the foreign market. The investor can adapt both products and prices to local conditions and has more control over insurance <a href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/invest-in-africa\/north-cameroon-seeking-investors-for-the-development-of-rice-growing\/\">of product quality<\/a>. Having complete ownership of a subsidiary allows the investor to extend offers to customers or potential customers, <a href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/invest-in-africa-en\/how-the-african-union-market-works\/\">as discounts or guarantees, as market circumstances dictate<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Other benefits<\/strong><br>A local presence can also facilitate the adaptation of advertising and marketing efforts to the local market environment and the formation of partnerships with local companies to increase market penetration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It also allows the investor to almost completely avoid the cost of using intermediaries such as credit institutions or other investors. Depending on the economic policies of the country, companies may also benefit from government tax incentives aimed at attracting foreign investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The flip side of the coin<\/strong><br>Greenfield investments are one of the riskiest forms of FDI. Some countries ban FDI altogether in certain politically sensitive sectors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But even where it is allowed, there can be high barriers to entry, such as 'local content requirements' that require foreign companies to use domestically manufactured components or domestically provided services to <a href=\"https:\/\/aedic.eu\/en\/fare-affari-in-africa\/\">doing business<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Greenfield projects usually have high fixed costs because they often involve building structures from scratch (hence the term).<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They are also more vulnerable to political risk because it is more difficult to divest from a wholly owned production plant, for example, than to sell a passive portfolio investment in a local company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Opportunita_di_investire_in_progetti_green_field_in_Africa\"><\/span>Opportunities to invest in green field projects in Africa<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Investing in greenfield projects in Africa represents a strategic opportunity for international investors, especially in a global context increasingly oriented towards sustainability and renewable energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Crescita_degli_Investimenti_Greenfield\"><\/span>Greenfield Investment Growth<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In recent years, the African continent has seen a significant increase in greenfield investments, with a 39% increase in the number of announced projects, reaching 766 in 2022<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/africa24.it\/2023\/09\/21\/gli-investimenti-diretti-in-africa-sono-scesi-a-45-miliardi-di-dollari-nel-2022\/\"><\/a>. These projects, involving the creation of new activities from scratch, offer the opportunity to develop modern and sustainable infrastructures, thus responding to a growing demand for renewable energy and eco-friendly services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Settori_Chiave_per_gli_Investimenti\"><\/span>Key Sectors for Investment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The most promising sectors for greenfield investment in Africa include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Renewable Energies<\/strong>: The energy sector has seen a boom, with investments rising from USD 24 billion in 2021 to USD 120 billion in 2022. Projects such as wind and solar farms are becoming increasingly common, helping to meet the growing demand for clean energy<a href=\"https:\/\/africa24.it\/2023\/09\/21\/gli-investimenti-diretti-in-africa-sono-scesi-a-45-miliardi-di-dollari-nel-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/fastercapital.com\/it\/contenuto\/Going-Greenfield--uno-sguardo-agli-investimenti-diretti-in-progetti-di-nuova-concezione.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Infrastructure and Construction<\/strong>: With a significant increase in investment in the construction sector, opportunities to develop modern infrastructure are expanding. This is crucial to sustain economic growth and improve the quality of life in local communities<a href=\"https:\/\/africa24.it\/2023\/09\/21\/gli-investimenti-diretti-in-africa-sono-scesi-a-45-miliardi-di-dollari-nel-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Manufacturing and Services<\/strong>: In addition to renewable energy, greenfield projects are also expanding in the manufacturing and service sectors, contributing to the economic diversification of the continent<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ispionline.it\/it\/pubblicazione\/africa-un-nuovo-eldorado-per-gli-investitori-165470\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vantaggi_degli_Investimenti_Greenfield\"><\/span>Advantages of Greenfield Investments<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Investing in greenfield projects offers several advantages:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Environmental Sustainability<\/strong>: These projects can be designed with a focus on sustainability, reducing environmental impact and contributing to sustainable development goals<a href=\"https:\/\/fastercapital.com\/it\/contenuto\/Going-Greenfield--uno-sguardo-agli-investimenti-diretti-in-progetti-di-nuova-concezione.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Growing Market<\/strong>: Demand for renewable energy and sustainable solutions is set to grow, ensuring a stable market for future investments<a href=\"https:\/\/fastercapital.com\/it\/contenuto\/Going-Greenfield--uno-sguardo-agli-investimenti-diretti-in-progetti-di-nuova-concezione.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Local Economic Impact<\/strong>: Greenfield projects not only create jobs, but also stimulate the local economy, bringing long-term benefits to communities<a href=\"https:\/\/fastercapital.com\/it\/contenuto\/Going-Greenfield--uno-sguardo-agli-investimenti-diretti-in-progetti-di-nuova-concezione.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rischi_e_Sfide\"><\/span>Risks and Challenges<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite the opportunities, investors must consider certain risks and challenges:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Regulatory Obstacles<\/strong>: Regulations can vary significantly between different African countries, making it necessary to carefully analyse the legal environment before investing<a href=\"https:\/\/fastercapital.com\/it\/contenuto\/Going-Greenfield--uno-sguardo-agli-investimenti-diretti-in-progetti-di-nuova-concezione.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Inadequate Infrastructure<\/strong>: Many African countries face infrastructural challenges that may hinder project implementation<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ispionline.it\/it\/pubblicazione\/investimenti-esteri-e-verde-la-chiave-la-ripartenza-31038\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Economic Variability<\/strong>: Fluctuations in commodity prices can affect the profitability of investments, especially in traditional sectors such as oil<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ispionline.it\/it\/pubblicazione\/investimenti-esteri-e-verde-la-chiave-la-ripartenza-31038\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Investing in greenfield projects in Africa represents an extraordinary opportunity for investors wishing to contribute to long-term, sustainable development. With careful planning and risk assessment, investors can not only achieve financial returns, but also have a positive impact on the environment and local communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Come_influiscono_le_politiche_governative_africane_sugli_investimenti_greenfield\"><\/span>How African government policies affect greenfield investment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Government policies in Africa have a significant impact on greenfield investments on the continent. Here are some of the main factors to consider:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stabilita_Politica_e_Normativa\"><\/span>Political and Regulatory Stability<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Political stability and legal certainty are key to attracting greenfield investment. Countries with stable governments and consistent policies tend to attract more foreign investment than those with political instability and frequent regulatory changes<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sace.it\/docs\/default-source\/ufficio-studi\/pubblicazioni\/frontiers_-_africa_sub-sahariana.pdf\"><\/a><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/africa24.it\/2023\/09\/21\/gli-investimenti-diretti-in-africa-sono-scesi-a-45-miliardi-di-dollari-nel-2022\/\"><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Incentivi_e_Agevolazioni_Fiscali\"><\/span>Tax Incentives and Reductions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many African countries offer tax incentives to attract greenfield investments, such as corporate tax relief, customs exemptions for the import of machinery and raw materials, and special economic zones with favourable tax regimes<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sace.it\/docs\/default-source\/ufficio-studi\/pubblicazioni\/frontiers_-_africa_sub-sahariana.pdf\"><\/a><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/africa24.it\/2023\/09\/21\/gli-investimenti-diretti-in-africa-sono-scesi-a-45-miliardi-di-dollari-nel-2022\/\"><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Protezione_degli_Investimenti\"><\/span>Investment Protection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Government policies must guarantee the protection of foreign investments, ensuring repatriation of profits, dispute resolution and protection of intellectual property. Countries with laws that protect investors tend to attract more capital<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sace.it\/docs\/default-source\/ufficio-studi\/pubblicazioni\/frontiers_-_africa_sub-sahariana.pdf\"><\/a><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ispionline.it\/it\/pubblicazione\/africa-un-nuovo-eldorado-per-gli-investitori-165470\"><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sviluppo_delle_Infrastrutture\"><\/span>Infrastructure Development<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Public investments in infrastructure such as transport, energy and telecommunications facilitate greenfield investments, reducing production costs and improving competitiveness<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ispionline.it\/it\/pubblicazione\/investimenti-esteri-e-verde-la-chiave-la-ripartenza-31038\"><\/a><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/africa24.it\/2023\/09\/21\/gli-investimenti-diretti-in-africa-sono-scesi-a-45-miliardi-di-dollari-nel-2022\/\"><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Formazione_del_Capitale_Umano\"><\/span>Human Capital Formation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Policies to improve the education and skills of the local workforce make countries more attractive for greenfield investments, which require skilled labour<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ispionline.it\/it\/pubblicazione\/investimenti-esteri-e-verde-la-chiave-la-ripartenza-31038\"><\/a><a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ispionline.it\/it\/pubblicazione\/africa-un-nuovo-eldorado-per-gli-investitori-165470\"><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Accesso_al_Credito\"><\/span>Access to Credit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Measures to develop the financial system and facilitate access to credit for companies, especially SMEs, favour greenfield investments<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sace.it\/docs\/default-source\/ufficio-studi\/pubblicazioni\/frontiers_-_africa_sub-sahariana.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/africa24.it\/2023\/09\/21\/gli-investimenti-diretti-in-africa-sono-scesi-a-45-miliardi-di-dollari-nel-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><\/a>. In summary, stable policies, tax incentives, investment protection, infrastructure development, human capital training and access to credit are all key factors that African governments can use to attract and retain greenfield investments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Managing risk in Africa calmly and professionally<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For every economic breakthrough, AEDIC offers the opportunity to enter <strong>in a safe harbour<\/strong>with tax and concession advantages, and low cost of specialised labour, <strong>centrally located in AFRICA.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you have decided to act, we provide you with all the essential risk management tools throughout the investment lifecycle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aedic with its consultants has the ability to get you in and take position where the <strong>industrial city of Kribi in central Africa.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Watch this video to better understand what we are talking about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure 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