1.Tanger Med Industrial Zone - Morocco

Number of companies: 1100

Founding year: 2002

Size: 5000 hectares

Investment: $2.5 billion

The Tanger Med Industrial Zone is an integrated industrial zone located in Morocco, spanning over 2,500 hectares and hosting over 1,200 companies. It is a key driver of economic growth in the region, generating business activity of 13 billion dollars in various sectors, including automotive, aeronautics, textile, agribusiness, and logistics. The zone offers a range of benefits for investors, including:

Strategic location: Tanger Med is strategically located at the crossroads of Africa, Europe, and the Mediterranean, providing easy access to major markets.

World-class infrastructure: The zone boasts world-class infrastructure, including a deep-water port, a railway terminal, and an international airport.

Competitive incentives: The Moroccan government offers a range of competitive incentives for investors, including tax breaks, subsidies, and land grants.

Skilled workforce: Morocco has a large pool of skilled labour, with a strong track record in industrial production.

As a result of these factors, Tanger Med has attracted a number of multinational corporations, including Renault, Peugeot, Siemens, and Delphi. The zone is expected to continue to play a major role in Morocco's economic development in the years to come.

2.Tatu City Special Economic Zone - Kenya

Number of companies: 60

Founding year: 2011

Size: 2 000 hectares

Investment: $1.5 billion

Tatu City Special Economic Zone is a 5,000-acre, mixed-use development located in Kenya. It is a privately managed city with world-class infrastructure and is designed to be a sustainable and environmentally friendly community. The city is home to a variety of businesses, including manufacturing, logistics, and technology companies. Tatu City is also home to a number of residential neighborhoods, schools, and hospitals.

The city is expected to be home to over 250,000 residents by 2030. Tatu City is a key driver of economic growth in Kenya and is expected to create over 100,000 jobs.

Here are some of the benefits of investing in Tatu City Special Economic Zone:

Reduced corporate taxes: Companies operating in the SEZ are eligible for a 10% corporate tax rate.

Zero-rated VAT: There is no VAT on goods and services imported into the SEZ.

Import duty exemptions: Companies operating in the SEZ are exempt from import duties on certain goods.

One-stop shop for approvals: The SEZ has a one-stop shop for all planning and construction approvals, making it easy for businesses to get started.

Tatu City Special Economic Zone is an attractive investment destination for businesses looking to expand into Africa. The city offers a number of incentives that make it an ideal location for businesses of all sizes.

3.Coega Special Economic Zone - South Africa

Number of companies: 36

Founding year: 1999

Size:  11 500 hectares

Investment: $1.05 billion

Coega Special Economic Zone (SEZ) is South Africa's leading prime industrial zone and a preferred investment destination in Africa. It is a 9,000-hectare industrial zone located in Nelson Mandela Bay, strategically positioned adjacent to the deep-water port of Ngqura. This location provides Coega SEZ with direct access to international markets and serves as a transhipment hub for the rest of Africa.

Coega SEZ offers a range of benefits for investors, including:

World-class infrastructure: Coega SEZ boasts world-class infrastructure, including roads, rail, water, and electricity. The zone also has a dedicated customs control area, making it easy for businesses to import and export goods.

Competitive incentives: The South African government offers a range of competitive incentives for investors in Coega SEZ, including tax breaks, subsidies, and land grants.

Skilled workforce: Coega SEZ is located in an area with a large pool of skilled labor. The zone also has a number of training facilities to help businesses develop the skills they need.

Cluster development: Coega SEZ is home to a number of industry clusters, which provide businesses with access to shared resources and expertise.

Coega SEZ is a key driver of economic growth in South Africa. The zone has attracted over 1,200 investors, who have created over 18,000 jobs. Coega SEZ is expected to continue to play a major role in South Africa's economic growth in the years to come.

4.Lagos Free Trade Zone - Nigeria

Number of companies: 23

Founding year: 2012

Size: 850 hectares

Investment: .$1.5 billion

The Lagos Free Trade Zone (LFZ) is a 830-hectare zone located in Lagos, Nigeria. It is the only free trade zone integrated with Lekki Deep Sea Port and has been operational since 2012. The zone is located in the Lekki industrial corridor, one of the largest business areas in Nigeria.

The LFZ offers a number of benefits to investors, including:

Duty-free and tax-free imports and exports: Companies operating in the LFZ are exempt from all customs duties and taxes on imports and exports.

No import or export quotas: Companies operating in the LFZ are not subject to any import or export quotas.

100% foreign ownership allowed: Companies operating in the LFZ can be 100% foreign-owned.

Repatriation of profits and dividends: Companies operating in the LFZ can repatriate all of their profits and dividends.

World-class infrastructure: The LFZ has world-class infrastructure, including roads, rail, water, and electricity. The zone also has a dedicated customs control area, making it easy for businesses to import and export goods.

The LFZ has attracted over 20 international investors, including Kellogg, Arla Foods, BASF, and Colgate. These companies have invested over USD 2.5 billion in the zone. The LFZ is expected to create over 15,000 jobs in the next five years.

Here are some of the key sectors in the LFZ:

Manufacturing: The LFZ is home to a number of manufacturing companies, including Kellogg, Arla Foods, and BASF.

Logistics: The LFZ is a major logistics hub, with a number of logistics companies operating in the zone.

Services: The LFZ is home to a number of services companies, including banks, insurance companies, and law firms.

The LFZ is a key driver of economic growth in Nigeria. The zone is expected to contribute significantly to Nigeria's GDP and create thousands of new jobs in the coming years.