The Mattei Plan for Africa, presented by the Italian Government, represents a strategic turning point in economic relations between Italy and the African continent.
## The pillars of the Plan
The plan is structured around five fundamental pillars:
1. **Energy**: development of renewable sources and energy infrastructure
2. **Agriculture**: food security and agricultural modernization
3. **Water**: water resource management and infrastructure
4. **Health**: strengthening local health systems
5. **Training**: capacity building and skills transfer
## Opportunities for Italian SMEs
Italian companies can benefit from:
- Enhanced **SIMEST subsidized financing** for target countries
- Facilitated **SACE guarantees** for operations in Africa
- **Cooperation projects** with private sector involvement
- **Bilateral agreements** that facilitate investments and trade
## Priority sectors
The sectors with the greatest opportunities are:
- Renewable energy (solar, wind)
- Agroindustry and agricultural technologies
- Infrastructure and construction
- Healthcare and medical devices
- Digital technologies and telecommunications
## How to participate
ItalAfrica organizes trade missions and provides assistance to companies interested in seizing the opportunities of the Mattei Plan. Contact us for more information.