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Our Africa: Guinea Economic Outlook and business opportunity

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François Conradie Senior Political Economist at NKC African Economics
Guinea will hold presidential elections this October. The polls are vital for the countries’ stability. But the outgoing leader is standing for a third term – an ominous reflection of deep problems with democracy in West Africa.
Guinea is a poor country of approximately 12.9 million people in 2016 that possesses the world's largest reserves of bauxite and largest untapped high-grade iron ore reserves, as well as gold and diamonds. In addition, Guinea has fertile soil, ample rainfall, and is the source of several West African rivers, including the Senegal, Niger, and Gambia. Guinea's hydro potential is enormous and the country could be a major exporter of electricity. The country also has tremendous agriculture potential. Gold, bauxite, and diamonds are Guinea’s main exports. International investors have shown interest in Guinea's unexplored mineral reserves, which have the potential to propel Guinea's future growth.
5 Oct 2020 1PM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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