Energy has been the focus of worldwide attention during these last few years as the concerns over environmental protection and global warming has not finished occupying the center stage of global issues. Investing in the energy sector in Africa is one of the most promising alternatives to ease energy concerns not just for Africa but also for major consumers such as China.

Mining has long been a key engine of many economies in Africa due to the richness of the soil in raw materials; however in most countries, less than a fourth of proven mines are under exploitation due to the lack of available investors. Along with existing mining,  new mines are being discovered along the western part of the Continent in Senegal, Ghana, Mali, Guinea etc.

The real estate sector in Africa is experiencing a rapid boom with the urbanization of larger cities into metropolises as well as the development of tourism industry in many countries. Many local companies with substantial knowledge and experience in the Real estate market are only looking for private investors or mergers with financial capabilities to expand their businesses.

Africa’s economy is heavily dependent on its agriculture sector, which contributes significantly to the continent’s development. While the continent accounts for about 60% of the world’s uncultivated arable land, only 7% is irrigated, and only 8% is under managed water and land development.
Despite ineffective efforts from governments to end the dependence on basic food commodities such as rice, corn…