$600 Bn
Market Size
3-4%
CAGR
$780 Bn
Forecast
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Sustainable forestry practices and a booming construction sector unlock massive potential in African wood processing. Invest in a growing green market! Be part of the solution for responsible forestry and high-quality wood products.
Sustainable forestry practices and a booming construction sector unlock massive potential in African wood processing. Invest in a growing green market! Be part of the solution for responsible forestry and high-quality wood products.
$600 Bn
Market Size
3-4%
CAGR
$780 Bn
Forecast
Africa's timber industry isn't just about big numbers; it's a treasure trove boasting over 2,000 unique tree species, including coveted hardwoods like mahogany, ebony, and teak, each prized for their beauty and durability . This variety translates to exciting business opportunities for investors. Imagine capturing a slice of the $5 billion furniture market in Africa by investing in facilities that transform raw timber into high-value finished products . Not only does this process increase profit margins by up to 300% compared to exporting raw logs , but it also fosters local economic development by creating jobs, promoting skills development, and generating foreign exchange.
The story doesn't end there. With a booming construction sector expected to reach $100 billion by 2025, Africa presents a hungry domestic market for these value-added timber products, reducing reliance on exports and fostering a more resilient and sustainable industry. But that's not all! Innovative businesses are exploring the potential of wood waste, a staggering 30-50% of harvested timber, by transforming sawdust and scraps into bio-fuels, particleboard, and other eco-friendly products valued at over $2 billion annually.
Furniture
Market Size
$550 Bn
CAGR
3-5%
Forecast
$800 Bn
MDF
Market Size
$35 Bn
CAGR
6-8%
Forecast
$65 Bn
Paper & Pulp
Market Size
$250 Bn
CAGR
1-2%
Forecast
$270 Bn
Plywood
Market Size
$60 Bn
CAGR
5-7%
Forecast
$90 Bn
Sawn Wood
Market Size
$300 Bn
CAGR
4-6%
Forecast
$450 Bn
Veneer
Market Size
$30 Bn
CAGR
4-5%
Forecast
$45 Bn
Plateformes Industrielles du Congo (PIC) is a public private partnership between ARISE IIP and the Republic of Congo. The objective of this partnership is to develop 3 SEZ in Pointe-Noire, Oyo and Ouesso. The government intends to diversify its economy, which until now has relied solely on revenues generated by the oil sector.
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.
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.
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.
Strategically located in DRC's capital Kinshasa, one of the world’s fastest growing megacities in Africa, the CIP economic zone offers investors the best entry to a direct market of nearly 20 million inhabitants.
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