Djibouti

After being dependent on energy imports to balance its insufficient domestic generation for a long time, Djibouti is now looking to completely transition its electricity production towards domestic renewable energy. Geothermal, wind and solar projects are being implemented, with the goal of reaching 100% renewable energy generation by 2020. Not only would this help diversify the economy by...

Situated on the Horn of Africa at the entrance of the Red Sea on the strait of Bab el Mandeb and overlooking routes linking Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Asia, Djibouti aims to further leverage its unique location among important routes of commerce to become an international trade hub. The country is investing in new transport infrastructure, developing ports and airports, extending road...

With new promotional campaigns and its popular “Djibeauty” slogan, the country has garnered positive attention from international media and received prestigious accolades in recent years. As outlined in the Djibouti Vision 2035 strategy, the government’s national development policy launched in 2014, economic diversification beyond trade will rely heavily on the country’s ability to sustainably...

Djibouti’s economic growth, based to a large degree on capital investment in infrastructure development and logistics, has been underscoring...

Meeting the health care needs of Djibouti’s citizens in both concentrated urban areas and diffuse rural populations has led to differentiated policies based on region. To achieve the goal of universal coverage, the government has committed to improving health care access in the inner regions, providing care to vulnerable populations and boosting coordination with global partnerships in support...

Building on consecutive years of robust headline growth, Djibouti has been able to leverage its geographic...