Peri-urban solar plant
Illustrative example of a grid-connected solar generation project.
Bangui · Concept
CAIPA · Central African Republic
Invest at the Heart of Africa. Build the Future.
Discover the economic potential of the Central African Republic and explore investment opportunities across sectors shaping the country's development.
For a stronger Central African Republic tomorrow
Welcome
Welcome to CAIPA
The Central African Investment Promotion Agency aims to promote responsible and productive investment, improve investor access to information, facilitate coordination with institutions and contribute to sustainable economic development.
Central African Republic
Capital: Bangui · Official languages: French and Sango · Currency: CFA franc (XAF)
Learn moreCountry at a glance
Key facts
- Capital
- Bangui
- Official languages
- French, Sango
- Currency
- CFA franc (XAF)
- Regional integration
- CEMAC · ECCAS · OHADA
Economic indicators will be published with their official source after verification.
Why invest
A country at the heart of Africa
01
Central position
At the crossroads of Central Africa, a member of CEMAC and ECCAS.
02
Natural resources
Arable land, Congo Basin forests, mineral and water resources.
03
Investment needs
Significant needs in energy, infrastructure and services.
04
Young population
A young workforce to train and mobilize.
Priority sectors
Ten sectors for sustainable growth
Agriculture and agribusiness
Mining and mineral value chains
Energy and renewable power
Infrastructure and transport
Telecommunications and digital economy
Manufacturing and agro-processing
Tourism and hospitality
Forestry and sustainable natural resources
Housing and urban development
Healthcare and education
Investor Facilitation Centre
A single entry point for investors
Information and orientation
Opportunity identification
Investor introductions
Project facilitation
Investor aftercare
Diaspora engagement
The Agency facilitates and coordinates; registration, licensing and approvals rest with the competent institutions.
Process
Your investment pathway
- 01
Explore
- 02
Submit an enquiry
- 03
Consult the Agency
- 04
Register the business
- 05
Obtain approvals
- 06
Establish and get support
Opportunities
Featured opportunities
Post-harvest storage facility
Illustrative example of grain storage infrastructure.
Ombella-M'Poko · Feasibility
River logistics platform
Illustrative example of port services on the Ubangi.
Bangui · Concept
National policy
National Development Plan 2024–2028
The reference framework for national development priorities.
- 1
Peace and Security
- 2
Economic Development and Diversification
- 3
Human Capital Development
- 4
Governance and Institutions
- 5
Environmental Sustainability
Regional investment opportunities
A portal per prefecture will present each region's geography, productive activities and verified opportunities.
Coming soon
Guides and publications
News
News and publications
Announcement ·
Launch of the Agency's provisional portal
This portal presents the proposed investment promotion agency, pending formal authorization.
Publication ·
Sector briefs in preparation
Sector information notes will be published after validation by competent authorities.
Events ·
Missions and conferences calendar
The investment missions calendar will be announced here once confirmed.
Verified success stories
Only verified investments, published with permission, will appear here.
Learn moreInstitutional links
Partners and reference institutions
Links provided for information; they do not imply any official partnership.
A question about an investment project?
Our team will direct you to the right information and the right contacts.