Oxford Business Group and ARISE Collaborate on Crucial Research Technology
Title: Green Growth on the Rise: West and Central Africa Embraces ESG for Sustainable Economy
Ready to dive into the new wave of economic transformation sweeping through West and Central Africa? Here's a lowdown on the latest joint study by Oxford Business Group (OBG) and ARISE - "ESG in Africa."
This groundbreaking report sets the tone for a sustainable, inclusive, and progressive African economy, presenting an in-depth exploration of the evolving industrial landscape. Key topics under the spotlight include expanding Special Economic Zones (SEZs), industrial modernization, and sustainable agricultural practices – all dished out in an easy-to-digest format, complete with key data and engaging infographics.
Wrapping up the growth strategies taking shape in West and Central African countries, the report underscores the increasing alignment of these countries with ESG principles and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Delving into the role of ESG in the regional economy's SEZs, the report sheds light on the enhanced value-added activities, thanks to environmentally friendly and tech-led methods. Furthermore, the potential for ESG-inspired policies attracting sustainability-focused investments for infrastructural development and boosting international trade growth is also explored.
The agricultural sector takes center stage, with West Africa's agrarian activities listed as high-potential investment opportunities as part of initiatives aimed at modernizing practices and processes. Other important areas tackled in the report include regulatory criteria for maintaining supply chains, with strides by Gabon and Benin in strengthening product lifecycles drawing particular attention.
In an exclusive interview, Gagan Gupta, ARISE's CEO, emphasizes Africa's economic development potential for investment and trade expansion. He highlights how economic diversification in alignment with ESG principles could lead to multiple benefits, including risk mitigation, fossil fuel reduction, and creation of new job prospects.
Karine Loehman, OBG's Managing Director for Africa, echoes Gupta's sentiments, stressing that the region's focus on sustainability and inclusivity will stimulate foreign direct investment, international trade, and job creation.
The "ESG in Africa" study is part of a series of tailored reports from OBG, backed up by practical research tools like Future Readiness reports, country-specific Growth and Recovery Outlook articles, and interviews. So, are you ready to join the pulse of West and Central Africa's sustainable economy? Stay tuned for more insights as the story unfolds!
- The Oxford Business Group (OBG) and ARISE's joint study, titled "ESG in Africa," presents a comprehensive analysis of West and Central Africa's evolving industrial landscape, focusing on sustainable and progressive economic growth.
- The report highlights the importance of Special Economic Zones (SEZs) in the regional economy, revealing how ESG principles and tech-led methods are enhancing value-added activities within these zones.
- The study explores the potential for ESG-inspired policies to attract sustainability-focused investments, supporting infrastructure development and international trade growth.
- Agriculture is a key sector under discussion, with West African agrarian activities identified as high-potential investment opportunities for modernizing practices and processes.
- The report also covers regulatory criteria for maintaining supply chains, citing Gabon and Benin's efforts to strengthen product lifecycles as significant strides.
- In an interview, Gagan Gupta, CEO of ARISE, stresses Africa's potential for investment and trade expansion, believing that economic diversification aligned with ESG principles could lead to increased foreign direct investment, fostering job creation and reducing fossil fuel usage.
