Center for Africa’s Development and Investment

Advancing Investment Opportunities in Africa for Inclusive Growth.

About Us

Our Mission

CADI delivers high-quality services, policy advice, and implementation plans across Africa, partnering with top global experts, scientists, and professionals in advanced development practices.

Our Vision

The Center for Africa’s Development (CADI) strives to be a leading pan-African group, providing innovative services to public and private clients and helping shape new policy frameworks for Africa’s development.

Our Objective

CADI supports African governments and the private sector in advancing the "Africa rising" narrative through tailored services and products for key policy interventions at regional, national, and local levels.

Center for Africa’s Development and Investment

Nurturing Investment Opportunities in Africa.

The Center for Africa’s Development and Investment (CADI) is strategically positioned to be a key driver in unlocking Africa’s vast potential. By advocating for investment opportunities in Africa and implementing regional and country-level policy shifts, CADI aims to propel economic development through inclusive policies and innovative solutions. CADI aspires to be a significant contributor to Africa’s steady economic growth and transformation, making the continent a more attractive destination for top business opportunities in Africa and an ideal place to invest in Africa.

Our Industries
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Industries We Serve

Empowering Sectors That Shape Africa’s Future.

CADI Core Business

Driving CADI's Mission Forward.

REGIONAL DIMENSION & FOCUS

CADI operates across the continent but strategically prioritizes the Horn of Africa, Sahel, and Great Lakes Region under its first Strategic Plan (2023-2028). This focused strategy ensures efficient resource use and maximizes impact without overstretching efforts.


strategic thematic priorities

We strengthen the capacity of governments and the private sector to navigate international development financing frameworks and effectively leverage them for resource mobilization essential to development.


programs & activities

CADI supports best practices in development, investment policy, risk management, and identifying opportunities, empowering governments and businesses during Africa’s critical growth phase.


executing cadi initiatives

Our programs and activities tackle key challenges in African development and investment, aligning with partner profiles. We provide tailored solutions that drive meaningful progress and sustainable impact.

CADI Core

strategic thematic priorities

Strategic Support for Africa’s Vital Sectors.

Probing Public Policy Support

Tailored policy advice, strategic planning, and investments enhance service delivery, resource use, and economic growth, improving citizens' lives.

Priming Political & Economic Risk Analysis

We help governments and businesses manage investment risks with data-driven assessments and strategic planning for stability and growth.

Enhancing Development & Investment

Strengthening governments and businesses in resource mobilization through development financing—capacity building, feasibility studies, risk analysis, and partnerships with DFIs and investors.

Open Source Publication by CADI

Insights for Sustainable Development and Investment.

This includes publications on development policies, an African Index on Development, Investment, and Risk Management, as well as policy briefs and alerts for structural economic transformation and inclusive development.

Our Publications

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