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Businessman bullish on ‘Made in Africa’

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Businessman bullish on ‘Made in Africa’ Interview with Saikat Chowdhury CO-FOUNDER and MANAGING DIRECTOR, NIVÉSAL Lives in: Singapore Every month, thousands of shipping containers arrive at African ports, filled with goods that Saikat Chowdhury believes should be made on the continent. Despite its vast natural resources, Africa contributes less than 2% to global manufacturing output. As the managi...
The strongest version of this narrative is that localized manufacturing in Africa is both feasible and transformative, offering economic and social benefits. Chowdhury’s model—providing turnkey solutions for entrepreneurs—addresses real barriers like perceived complexity and lack of expertise. The examples of Sudan, Ghana, and Algeria demonstrate tangible success, with rapid ROI and market viability. The argument gains credibility from Chowdhury’s firsthand experience in trade and manufacturing,...