Sub-Saharan Africa

The population of Sub-Saharan Africa exceeds 1 billion people, with predictions to double by 2050. That makes it a promising market for U.S. Soy.

Sub-Saharan Africa, particularly Nigeria, already ranks as one of the largest wheat importers, and poultry imports are growing rapidly, as well. However, low purchasing power, low life expectancies, and lack of critical infrastructure create challenges despite the need.

USSEC’s strategy is to create long-term relationships that will enable the U.S. to seize opportunities. The region’s Soy Excellence Center—the flagship program—has been established in Nigeria. This will be the educational pillar to advance the region’s soy supply chain.

U.S. Soy has been collaborating with markets in Sub-Saharan Africa since 2019.