Middle East & Africa

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Opinion | Saudi’s inward shift reshapes its FDI outlook

The country’s Public Investment Fund epitomises SWFs’ new focus on local development

Bahrain: gateway to the Gulf?

The small country faces stiff competition from its neighbours, but also benefits from growing regional...

Bringing global brands to emerging markets

The local entrepreneur using franchises to grow South African tourism and hospitality

Top 10 FDI charts of 2024

Our yearly round-up of standout data visualisations and themes
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Is diversification the future for free zones?

Once seen as straightforward hubs for trade and investment with tax benefits, free zones are becoming...

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Solar power helps South Africa keep the lights on

Private solar projects are playing a significant role in ending the load-shedding nightmare

Abu Dhabi becomes an asset manager’s hotspot

The emirate has seen an influx of major investment firms as it sharpens its financial services offer

Opinion | FDI into emerging markets — are you joking?

Despite his rhetoric, president Trump will not deter investment from developing economies

‘Big six’ SWFs dominate direct investing

The handful of funds driving global dealmaking show a greater interest in emerging markets

Opinion | Nigeria’s digital SEZs are the future of the African economy

The country's new free zones plan can foster its rich tech and services potential

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