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ZISARH

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Zone industrielle de Sarh


Chad | Special Economic Zone

about ZISARH

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.
 

ZISARH is located in 3rd largest city of Chad, Sarh. City has a historic background of being the ancient economic capital of the country. City is also a hub for the trade of agri products to region. 

 

This is the second integrated industrial platform of the country out of the 3 Chad industrial zones, which will provide the investor a sustainable solution for the local transformation, catering the local and regional demand and boosing export. Objective of developing ZISARH is to unveil the industrilization opprtunity of Chad and transforming country into a regional manufacturing hub of available resources. The capital of Chad- Ndjamena is 474.2Km (7h drive) away from Moundou and 780km (11h drive) away from Sarh. City is located 560 km away from N'Djamena and connected by road and airport.
 
 

500 Ha

Zone Area

Chad

Location

$xx Mn

FDIs Target

ZISARH investment sectors

Agro Processing

Agro Processing

Market Size

$2.5 Bn

CAGR

6-8%

Forecast

$4 Bn

Chad presents a prime opportunity for investment in the agro-processing sector, bolstered by the strategic advantages offered by ZISARH.

Pharmaceuticals

Pharmaceuticals

Market Size

$50 Mn

CAGR

5-7%

Forecast

$76 Mn

Chad's ZISARH industrial zone offers an exceptional opportunity for investment in the pharmaceutical sector. The industry is set for substantial growth as ZISARH provides a strategic advantage by offering specialized infrastructure, favorable business conditions, and access to essential resources, making it an ideal location for pharmaceutical enterprises.

FMCG

FMCG

Market Size

$100 Mn

CAGR

6-8%

Forecast

$4 Bn

The zone’s favorable business environment, combined with its connectivity to regional markets, offers investors a robust platform to capitalize on the growing consumer market and enhance their market reach within Central Africa.

Textiles

Textiles

Market Size

$30 Mn

CAGR

7-9%

Forecast

$60-70 Mn

Chad’s extensive cotton production, combined with a growing domestic and regional market for textiles, underscores the sector’s potential. The zone’s advantageous location in Central Africa, along with supportive government policies and a favorable business environment, makes it an ideal setting for scaling textile operations and tapping into both local and regional markets.

Renewable Energy

Renewable Energy

Market Size

$100 Mn

CAGR

8-10%

Forecast

$250-300 Mn

Chad's renewable energy sector presents a dynamic investment opportunity, particularly within the ZISARH industrial zone. Its strategic location and growing market demand for sustainable energy solutions offer a unique advantage for investors looking to engage in renewable energy projects, such as solar and wind power.

Packaging

Packaging

Market Size

$150 Mn

CAGR

7-9%

Forecast

$300-350 Mn

The zone’s favorable business environment, coupled with its proximity to key regional markets, positions it as a key hub for developing innovative packaging solutions

Waste Recycling

Waste Recycling

Market Size

$50 Mn

CAGR

9-11%

Forecast

$150 Mn

Chad, with its rapidly growing population and increasing urban waste generation, faces a pressing need for advanced recycling solutions.

Dairy Manufacturing

Dairy Manufacturing
Chad offers a prime opportunity for investors in dairy manufacturing. With over 94 million cattle and rising demand for milk products, the market is ripe for growth. The strategic location also positions businesses to export to neighboring African markets, ensuring strong returns on investment.
ZISARH investment opportunities

Cotton

Cotton
Chad's ZISARH industrial zone, developed by Arise IIP, is strategically positioned to become a cornerstone of the country's cotton industry. The zone offers a unique blend of infrastructure, incentives, and proximity to raw materials, making it an attractive location for cotton businesses.

Meat Processing

Meat Processing

Market Size

$1.3 Tn

CAGR

8.42% (2024-2029)

Forecast

$2,106 Mn

Investing in meat processing in Chad's ZISARH zone is highly strategic due to its abundant livestock, central location for efficient distribution, and strong government incentives.

Fruit Processing

Fruit Processing

CAGR

7.61% (2024-2029)

Forecast

$946.20 Mn in 2029

GDP Contri.

22.6% in 2022

Investing in the fruit processing sector in the ZISARH zone offers a compelling opportunity to leverage the region's natural advantages, growing market demand, and supportive business environment.

Natron Processing

Natron Processing

Market Size

$150 Mn

CAGR

6%

Forecast

4% growth over the next 5years

The ZISARH region is rich in high-quality natron deposits, making it a sustainable source for production. With its strategic access to key markets in Central Africa, coupled with a favorable climate for year-round operations, ZISARH presents a unique opportunity for businesses to capitalize on the growing global demand for natron.

Groundnut

Groundnut

Market Size

$60 Mn

CAGR

7-9%

Production

80,000 MT

The ZISARH region of Chad stands out as a prime location for investment in the groundnut sector, renowned for its fertile agricultural land and ideal growing conditions. With a production capacity of approximately 80,000 MT per year, ZISARH is well-equipped to cater to both local markets and international buyers.

Sesame

Sesame

Market Size

$40 MNn

CAGR

5-7%-

GDP Contri.

4-5%

The ZISARH zone is quickly emerging as a strategic hub for sesame cultivation and processing, capitalizing on its favorable climate and fertile soils, as it is well-positioned to meet both local and international demand for sesame seeds.

Garmenting

Garmenting

Market Size

$25 Mn

CAGR

6-8%

Production

2 Mn

ZISARH is rapidly emerging as a promising hub for the garment industry, driven by a combination of abundant resources, a growing market, and favorable economic conditions. With a burgeoning population and increasing urbanization, it presents a unique opportunity for investors to tap into a sector that not only promises profitability but also contributes to local economic development.

Fabric

Fabric

Cotton seed production (2022)

140,000 Tons

Chad’s fabric market offers lucrative opportunities, driven by the country’s abundant cotton production. As local cotton farming grows, there is significant potential for establishing fabric manufacturing, retail, and export operations. With strong demand for fabrics, this sector promises high returns and long-term growth.

Maize

Maize

Growth Rate

2%

Annual Production

490,000 MT

Chad’s maize sector is a goldmine. With vast arable lands, untapped potential in value-added maize products, and growing demand in regional markets, the nation offers fertile ground for scalable profits. Strategic investment can transform this staple into a high-yielding revenue stream, fostering growth and resilience.
why invest in ZISARH?

Fiscal Incentives for Investors

  • Unique Tax System with Tax Exemption (tax rate 0% the first 10 years and 10% after 10 years): Registration and stamp duties; Company tax
  • Customs Exemption (tax rate 3.40% the first 10 years): Customs regulations involving goods, equipment, semi-finished products, inputs, and reproduction goods, excluding community taxes.
  • Custom Duties: 100% exemption from imports of equipment, machinery, and raw materials
  • Repatriation of Capital and Profits: 100% freedom to repatriate income.

 

Infrastructures & Services Planned With the SEZ:

1. Industrial zone, 2. Commercial zone, 3. Residential zone, 4. Dedicated Power Supply, 5. Hassle-free land Provision, 6. Green Spaces, 7. Sewage Treatment Plant, 8. Natural Gas supply, 9. Loading and unloading facility

Business Ease & Ownership Advantages

Single Window Clearance: 

A dedicated one-stop-shop bringing together all the services and agencies concerned to take care of the following formalities: Company registration, Tax, Immigration – visas, work permits/residence card, Exoneration on various duties and taxes, Customs, Environmental permits, Construction permits etc.

 

Connectivity and Integrated Logistics:

  • Dedicated and direct connectivity to Douala port from ZISARH (533KM from ZILOG)
  • Excellent road connectivity to the main international airport in Ndjamena(17km)
  • We can fly from the Econo zone from Sarh to Ndjamean in 1.5 hours and from Moundou to Ndjam in 1 hour.
  • Availability of dedicated storage at Douala port
  • Deep sea port in Kribi to accommodate large LCC vessels
  • Excellent road condition from Douala & Kribi Seaport
  • Direct railway access from the quay at Douala port
  • Good rail performance from Douala to N’Gaoundere (884km)
  • Excellent road condition from Douala to Moundou (1459km) and Sarh (1759Km)
  • Advantage of Customs Direct release process at destination in N’Djamena, Moundou, and Sarh (Air and sea freight)
  • Only 3.6% of import taxes on goods' dutiable value (Cost+Freight+Insurance)
  • Only 2 % of export taxes on goods Ex-work value
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Under Construction

Under Construction

Phase 1:

20 Ha (Oil mill, Pharmaceutical development)

40Ha (Solar Park)

Phase 2:

Phase 3:

40 Ha (Textile)

FACILITIES IN ZISARH
Road Network

Road Network

Jetty

Jetty

Port Connectivity

Port Connectivity

Medical Centre

Medical Centre

Internet

Internet

Water Supply

Water Supply

Single Window Operation

Single Window Operation

Raw Materials

Raw Materials

Training Centre

Training Centre

Drainage System

Drainage System

Electricity

Electricity

Construction Ready Land

Construction Ready Land

Police Station

Police Station

Fire Station

Fire Station

Inland Container Depot

Inland Container Depot

ZISARH REPORTS & DOCUMENTS
Chad Masterplan
Chad Masterplan
Concept Engineering- SARH
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Visions & testimonials

Denis Sassou N’Guesso
President of Republic of Congo

Denis Sassou N’Guesso

The 2021-2026 Social project of the Republic of Congo is focused on the industrialization of the country. The implementation of this ambitious plan – to structurally transform our economy – is based on the development of four existing special economic zones (SEZs), including: Pointe-Noire, Brazzavi...

Denis Christel Sassou Nguesso
Minister for International Cooperation & PPPs

Denis Christel Sassou Nguesso

At the dawn of the opening of the continental free trade zone, our country located in the heart of Africa must be a strategic hub for production, processing and distribution. It is in this perspective that the government of the Republic of Congo has decided to trust the ARISE group to ensure the dev...

Jean-Marc Thystere Tchicaya
Minister of SEZs & Economic Diversification

Jean-Marc Thystere Tchicaya

We welcome the partnership with the Arise IIP Group which, through the Industrial Platforms of Congo Pointe-Noire (PICP), is working hard to, in particular, make the Special Economic Zone of Pointe-Noire operational which, on relying on sectors with high growth potential, will become the driving for...

Julien Paluku
Minister of Industry of the DRC

Julien Paluku

Julien Paluku, Minister of Industry of the Democratic Republic of Congo, stated that the vision of a “New Congo,” as envisioned by H.E. Félix-Antoine TSHISEKEDI, is achievable through the establishment of competitive ecosystems and robust economic platforms. The creation of Special Economic Zones (...

Patrice Talon
President of the Republic of Benin

Patrice Talon

We have adopted a law to promote Special Economic Zones and the first Industrial Zone in Glo-Djigbé is fully operational and already welcoming investors. Benin's ambition is to become an industrial hub for the transformation of agricultural products such as cashew, cotton, shea butter, pineapple, s...

Gaston Dossouhoui
Minister-Agriculture, Livestock & Fisheries

Gaston Dossouhoui

Benin is entering an important phase in its history, that of going far with serious project leaders who will process raw materials and create jobs for young Beninese. These factories remain a safe destination for our raw materials and a prerequisite for increasing our agricultural production.

Michael Derus
Ambassador of Germany to Benin

Michael Derus

It’s truIy impressive ! I was very pleased to return to GDIZ. My last visit was less than a year ago and I’m very impressed by the swift development I have seen, particularly in the Garment Training Center (GTC). The Zone has a great potential for international development.

Dr Akinwumi Adesina
President of African Development Bank (AFDB)

Dr Akinwumi Adesina

I am impressed by the scope of Glo-Djigbé Industrial Zone (GDIZ). It will contribute to the industrialization of Benin by promoting the local transformation of Benin’s natural resources (cotton, cashew nuts, pineapples and others) and the creation of jobs for Benin’s youth. Congratulations to the Pr...

Arnaud Floris
Coordinator Africa- BPI France

Arnaud Floris

Glo-Djigbé Industrial Zone (GDIZ) reflects Benin's boldness and innovation: an inspiration for African countries with its immense potential for industrial development. We are committed to support, co-finance and co-invest in agribusiness projects, as a demonstration of our faith in Benin's vision an...

Joseph Owondault Berre
Vice-President of the Gabonese

Joseph Owondault Berre

Everything is in place within the Nkok SIZ to foster high-quality projects and achievements. This Zone is a tool for promoting Gabon's expertise. It was a truly memorable visit.

Evariste Ndayisimiye
President of the Republic of Burundi

Evariste Ndayisimiye

GSEZ is an example in the transformation of natural resources.

Raymond Ndong Sima
Prime Minister, Head of Government- Gabonese

Raymond Ndong Sima

Together, let's build our future by increasing our production capacity and exploring innovative avenues to maintain our position of choice on the international market.

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