COUNTRY PROFILES

Africa Country Profiles

This article is jointly written by Kakehashi Africa and Axcel Africa as part of our efforts to promote cross-regional understanding and collaboration between Japan and African countries.

Kakehashi Africa is a network established by alumni of the ABE Initiative program, a Japanese government scholarship aimed at fostering future African leaders. In addition to offering opportunities to pursue a master’s degree in Japan, the program includes internships at Japanese companies, cross-cultural exchange, and business skill training.

After returning to their home countries, participants continue to engage through follow-up support and networking with Japanese companies and fellow alumni. Kakehashi Africa serves as a platform to strengthen ties between Africa and Japan, empowering alumni to become bridges for collaboration and innovation across regions.

Republic of Kenya

A rapidly growing economic hub in East Africa!
Supported by abundant nature and diverse culture, agriculture, tourism, and the ICT industry intersect in this country, which is currently attracting great attention from around the world.

Republic of Togo

Togo, a small but strategically located West African country, offers growing economic opportunities, particularly in the areas of agriculture, logistics and energy.

Federal Republic of Nigeria

The "Giant of Africa" on the African continent!
Nigeria, with its vast array of possibilities including resources, startups, and entertainment, is one of the most dynamic countries in Africa.

Republic of Cameroon

Located in Central Africa, Diverse culture, abundant nature, and a growing economy. Cameroon is currently one of the most notable countries in Africa.

Republic of South Africa

Africa's industrial powerhouse!
South Africa, with its mining, manufacturing, tourism and multicultural society, is a dynamic country that drives the African economy.

Republic of Madagascar

"The 8th Continent!?"
A diverse African island nation with astonishing natural beauty, with 90% of its flora and fauna endemic, and a fusion of immigrant cultures from France, China, India, and other countries.

ガーナ共和国

西アフリカの“デジタルハブ”！
歴史、文化、そしてテクノロジーが融合する地。ガーナは今、西アフリカで最も注目される国です。

ギニア共和国

国際河川の水源が集まる"アフリカの給水塔”！
鉱業だけじゃない、エネルギー・交通での可能性を見出し、ビジネスと国際機関で広く貢献する港町国家です。

エジプト・アラブ共和国

アフリカと中東の交差点！
スエズ運河の物流からデジタル経済まで、古代の歴史と革新テックが共存する戦略的ハブな国です。

南スーダン共和国

内戦を乗り越えたアフリカで最も若い国！
豊かな資源と若い労働力を武器に国家復興とビジネスを進行し、これからの成長を期待される国です。

エチオピア連邦民主共和国

植民地支配を免れた唯一のアフリカの国！
古代文化とコーヒー文化だけじゃない、観光と製造、サービス業で注目を集めるアフリカの新たなビジネス拠点です。

ボツワナ共和国

世界でも有数の人口密度の低い国！
資源と平和的な政治だけじゃない、観光産業と製造業など経済の多角化により南部アフリカの安定したビジネス拠点として注目されています。