Special Economic Zones (SEZs) are most well known for having reshaped the economies of Dubai and China in the 1990s. Now, they are reshaping economies around the world by improving governance in emerging markets. The next cradle of explosive growth in the SEZ industry will be Africa.

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To explore more African SEZs, visit our map at OpenZoneMap.com‍

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Read more news and research from AG on SEZs in Africa.

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Credits and thanks:

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Design: 

Nour Boukhari

Sizo Hlope

Alonso Cubillas

Vizualizations:

César Báez

Fergal Hourigan

Data gathering and fun facts: 

Beatriz Costa 

Michelle Bernier

Maria Amaré