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Agro Processing
SECTOR

Africa's growing population & rising incomes fuel demand for processed foods. Invest in unlocking the potential of Africa's vast agricultural resources! From farm-to-fork solutions to innovative food production, be part of the force feeding a continent.

$4.59 Tn

Market Size

3.76%

CAGR

$5.52 Tn

Forecast

20%

Increase in household income projected by 2030

Untapped Potential In Agro Processing

Africa boasts fertile land and a burgeoning population, creating an unprecedented demand for food security and processed food products. Despite being a major agricultural producer, Africa loses a staggering 40% of crops after harvest due to limited processing facilities. This presents a golden opportunity for investors to bridge this gap and unlock the continent's agricultural potential.

Imagine investing in processing plants that transform Africa's raw agricultural goods into high-value products like packaged foods, beverages, and dairy. This not only reduces spoilage but creates a domestic food supply chain, reduces reliance on imports, and fuels economic growth. The rising middle class and increasing disposable income in Africa create a perfect storm for demand. By investing in innovative agro processing solutions, you can capitalize on this trend and become part of Africa's food revolution.

FACILITIES IN Agro Processing

Road Network

Jetty

Port Connectivity

Medical Centre

Internet

Water Supply

Single Window Operation

Raw Materials

Training Centre

Drainage System

Electricity

Construction Ready Land

Police Station

Fire Station

Inland Container Depot

Warehousing

Solid Waste Collection (SWC)

Raw Material Procurement

Agro Processing
Investment Zones

Zones Industrielles de Cote d'Ivoire (ZIC), is a Public Private Partnership (PPP) between Arise IIP and the Republic of Cote d'Ivoire, spread over 440 Ha at PK-24 (24 KM from the economic capital of Abidjan). The Government's objective for setting up an Industrial Zone with Arise IIP, is to promote the manufacturing growth of CIV and to ensure the processing of the abundant agricultural commodities.

PIA is a vertically integrated industrial zone, focused at creating thriving value chains for storage, processing, manufacturing, and export. Strategically located on the backbone of Lome - Burkina industrial corridor, PIA offers the best entry to the ECOWAS and landlocked region of West Africa.

The Glo-Djigbe Industrial Zone (GDIZ) is located just 45 km from Cotonou and is dedicated to the local transformation of agricultural product including cotton, cashews, pineapples, shea nuts and soybeans, among others.

Bugesera Special Economic Zone (BSEZ) located in the Bugesera district of Rwanda- is a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) agreement between Arise IIP and the Government of Rwanda with a committed investment of USD 100 million.

Industrial Platform Remo Free Zone (IPRFZ) is a Public-Private Partnership of ARISE IIP and the Ogun State Government in Nigeria. Focus is on maximizing the local resource production, efficiency & cost.

La Zone Industrielle de Sarh (ZISARH), is a Public Private Partnership (PPP) between ARISE IIP, Chad, and the Republic of Chad, spread over 485 ha. The objective of setting up ZISARH is to promote the growth of the country's industrial and agriculture sectors.

Gabon Special Economic Zone (GSEZ) SA, is a Public Private Partnership (PPP) between ARISE IIP and the Republic of Gabon, spread over 1126 ha at Nkok (27 Km from the capital city of Libreville). GSEZ has tremendous timbre processing business opportunities.

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