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What does Invest for Jobs do?

Under the Invest for Jobs brand, the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) has put together a package of measures to support German, European and African companies in investment activities that have a high impact on employment in Africa. The Special Initiative "Decent Work for a Just Transition" – the official title – offers comprehensive advice, contacts and financial support to overcome investment barriers.

The development objective is to work together with companies to create up to 100,000 good jobs and to improve working conditions and social protection in its eight African partner countries: Côte d’Ivoire, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Morocco, Rwanda, Senegal and Tunisia. The Special Initiative is making a targeted contribution to shaping the socio-ecological transformation of the private sector in line with a just transition, and to creating more and better jobs for women.

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How Invest for Jobs supported companies during the Covid-19 pandemic

We provided local support through economic stabilisation measures designed to preserve jobs and secure investment.
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Calls for Proposals announced for several countries
Call for Proposals

Calls for Proposals announced for several countries

15.03.2024 - The Facility Investing for Employment will launch sector-open competition rounds in Ghana, Morocco, Rwanda, and Senegal. The Facility is looking for projects that create a significant number of jobs that give access to social security systems. Read more

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New financing for companies in Côte d'Ivoire
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New financing for companies in Côte d'Ivoire

12.02.2024 - Côte d'Ivoire is a major producer of natural rubber and shea butter. With the support of Invest for Jobs, the two partner companies Bio Amandes and Prime Prestige are investing in the expansion of their production. The aim is to promote employment in rural areas. Read more

IFE signs three new grant agreements
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IFE signs three new grant agreements

28.11.2023 - The successful applicants come from the sectors industry, education, and fashion. As part of Invest for Jobs, the Facility Investing for Employment (IFE) co-finances more than 6 million euros for their job-creating investments. Read more

Our partner countries

Many African markets are dynamic and vibrant. With young populations, the growing availability of labour and skilled workers and their integration into global value chains, they offer attractive opportunities for companies, for example as a manufacturing base. If you want to invest but are facing obstacles, we can assist you by providing advice, contacts and financial support. Our eight partner countries are Côte d’Ivoire, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Morocco, Rwanda, Senegal and Tunisia.

Our partner countries Egypt Ethiopia Côte d’Ivoire Ghana Morocco Rwanda Senegal Tunisia

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OUR PROJECTS

Further current project examples

Revitalisation of the Senegalese Textile Industry
Senegal Textile

Revitalisation of the Senegalese Textile Industry

Cotton is one of the most important export products for the Senegalese agricultural industry. However, the country currently produces only 20 per cent within its means. Invest for Jobs supports the revitalisation of the Senegalese textile sector, which is expected to create 950 new jobs and more. Read more

AgCelerant Academy
Senegal Agriculture

AgCelerant Academy

80 kilos of rice are consumed per capita in Senegal every year. But the Senegalese rice sector faces some difficulties, which means that rice is mainly imported from abroad. Invest for Jobs supports the development of rice cultivation with a project that simultaneously aims to combat youth unemployment in the country. Read more

DTRT Apparel: Garments for the international market
Ghana Textile

DTRT Apparel: Garments for the international market

Despite strong competition from Asia, Ghana offers good conditions for the production and export of garments. With support from Invest for Jobs, DTRT Apparel is investing in the modernisation of its sewing factory in Accra and will soon also produce and process its own fabrics. This creates urgently needed jobs. Read more

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Under the Invest for Jobs brand, the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) has put together a package of measures to support German, European and African companies in investment activities that have a high impact on employment in Africa. The Special Initiative "Decent Work for a Just Transition" – the official title – offers comprehensive advice, contacts and financial support to overcome investment barriers. The development objective is to work together with companies to create up to 100,000 good jobs and to improve working conditions and social protection in its African partner countries.

Partner countries: Côte d’Ivoire, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Morocco, Rwanda, Senegal and Tunisia.

Find out more about our services for companies, universities, chambers and associations: https://invest-for-jobs.com/en/offers

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