European Commission
Interconnecting Africa: the EU-Africa Partnership on Infrastructure was set out by the European Council as strategy for rapid, sustained and broad-based growth, being essential for development and fighting poverty.
The Partnership, a joint EU effort, responds to the development goals of the African Union and its New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD). It aims to substantially increase EU's investment in African infrastructure and the delivery of transport, energy, water and ICT services.
Improving infrastructure, its services and the regulatory framework will contribute to sustainable economic growth, promote competitive trade, foster regional integration and reduce poverty.