Investing in Africa: Where Is the Smart Money Going and What Are the Risks?

Investors around the world are now looking at the 54 nations that make up Africa with fresh eyes. Tens of billions of dollars have poured into African industries this year as government bodies and businesses across Asia, Europe and the Middle East look to tap into the continent's young population and rapid economic growth. According to a report, China alone inked more than $30 billion in construction contracts across Africa in the first half of 2025, which is five times more than the same period last year.T ...