Sub-Saharan Africa

IFC is helping businesses in nine countries in sub-Saharan Africa develop strategies to tackle HIV/AIDS and address other serious health issues. Our work in this area has made a dramatic impact at companies spanning a range of sectors, including tourism, agriculture, microfinance and mining. more...

Tiny, Landlocked Burkina Faso is rapidly improving the quality of its business environment, thanks to the support of an IFC program designed to help stimulate growth, create employment and reduce poverty. more...

IFC is building on its substantial commitments to Sub-Saharan Africa as millions of people across the world's poorest continent brace for the fallout from the gathering financial ... more...