On Thursday, September 25, 2025, the city of Dakhla hosted the fourth edition of the Africa Business Days economic forum, held under the theme:
“Cross-Investment and Co-Development: New Synergies Between Africa, Europe, and the World from the Moroccan Region of Dakhla-Oued Eddahab.”
Organized by the Regional Council of Dakhla-Oued Eddahab in partnership with several institutions, the event aimed to boost intra-African trade and investment while accelerating regional economic integration.
Liberia and Sierra Leone in the spotlight: A focus on African Cooperation
This edition highlighted the strategic role of Liberia and Sierra Leone, two African nations actively engaged in strengthening economic ties with the Kingdom of Morocco.
The presence of official delegations, notably from the Embassy of Liberia in Morocco and the Consulate of Liberia in Dakhla, underscored this dynamic.
In his address, His Excellency Joseph Johnson, Ambassador of Liberia to Morocco, expressed his country’s commitment to attracting Moroccan investment and revitalizing bilateral agreements. He praised the forum as a strategic platform for fostering partnerships between Liberian and Moroccan private sectors, within a framework of sustainable co-development.
Dakhla: A strategic region for continental development
El Khattat Yanja, President of the Dakhla-Oued Eddahab region, emphasized the region’s remarkable progress, driven by the visionary leadership of His Majesty King Mohammed VI.
He highlighted Dakhla’s exceptional geographic position—at the crossroads of West Africa, Europe, and the Americas—which makes it a natural hub for trade, investment, and innovation.
Key projects and strategic priorities
Among the flagship initiatives discussed:
- The Dakhla Atlantic Port, set to become a cornerstone of intra-African and international trade.
- The development of industrial and logistics zones, particularly in the agro-industrial sector.
Discussions also addressed several key themes:
- South-South and North-South cooperation dynamics.
- Dakhla-Oued Eddahab’s positioning as a hub for African development.
- The role of human capital and training as drivers of socio-economic progress.
This 4th edition of Africa Business Days confirms Dakhla’s growing influence as a strategic platform for African economic integration. It also highlights the strong and evolving ties between Morocco, Liberia, Sierra Leone, and other committed partners working toward ambitious and sustainable cooperation.