Economy - 4 April 2026
Djibouti partners with World Bank and IFC to boost private investment in key sectors
Djibouti, April 4, 2026 - March 2026 - The World Bank and the International Finance Corporation have launched a joint platform aimed at mobilizing private capital into Djibouti’s priority sectors.
The initiative focuses on logistics, green energy, and digital infrastructure, as part of broader efforts to strengthen economic diversification and attract foreign investment.
Officials say the platform is designed to improve financing opportunities for private sector development and support long-term economic transformation in the country.
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