Turkey is strengthening its trade with Africa through a “win-win” strategy focused on mutual investment and long-term cooperation.
Its official roadmap targets key sectors like energy, health, agriculture, and construction, fostering deeper ties across the continent.
Turkish defense firms—Baykar, Aselsan, TAI, and Nurol—are expanding exports to Africa, boosting Ankara’s influence in the region.
In 2024, Turkish exports to Africa rose 1.7% year-on-year, reaching $19.4 billion, with Egypt, Morocco, and Libya as top buyers.
From January to May 2025, exports hit $8.4 billion, marking an 8.3% increase from the same period last year.
Morocco led with $1.5 billion in imports, followed by Egypt at $1.3 billion and Libya at $1.1 billion.
Turkish firms have completed $4.3 billion in construction projects in Morocco, backed by a growing Free Trade Agreement.
Key trade items include vehicles, electrical machinery, fuels, iron, and steel—underlining Turkey’s strategic engagement.
Turkey aims for $15 billion in trade with Egypt, with major investments in textiles, machinery, and electronics.
Defense ties with Libya, formalised in a 2019 deal, support military and infrastructure cooperation.
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also exports drones to Niger, Mali, and Ethiopia, and armored vehicles to Gambia, Uganda, and Kenya.
The AFEX’25 Africa Business Forum opened Wednesday in Istanbul, linking Turkish and African businesses across vital sectors.
Africa’s global role may grow further during the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg this November.