- The Pan-African development insurer launched its operations in Cameroon, marking the country’s strategic importance in its growth strategy.
- ATIDI met with Cameroonian authorities, local and regional financial institutions and media to discuss how its solutions can contribute to increase trade and investment in the country and across Central Africa.
- Cameroon joined ATIDI as a shareholder in 2021 with the financial support of the European Investment Bank (EIB).
- The Central African Banking Commission (COBAC) recently granted ATIDI Zero Risk Weighting, a critical move allowing banks and other financial institutions regulated by COBAC to benefit from reduced capital requirements when their exposures are insured by ATIDI.
Yaoundé, 12 May 2025 – The African Trade & Investment Development Insurance (ATIDI) officially launched its operations in the Republic of Cameroon, signaling the organization’s commitment to support transformative trade & investments towards national economic resilience and regional integration. Held across Yaoundé and Douala, the week-long program opened with a high-level ceremony held under the High Patronage of Mr. Joseph Ngute the Prime Minister, Head of Government.
Following the launch, ATIDI carried out level sensitization workshops for public and private sector stakeholders to explore the organization’s strategic role in de-risking investment, facilitating trade and promoting sustainable growth in key sectors such as infrastructure, energy, agriculture and industry.
This initiative reinforces Cameroon’s commitment to deepening its participation in continental trade and investment ecosystems, while bolstering investor confidence through innovative risk mitigation instruments. As ATIDI expands its footprint in the Central African region, its operation in Cameroon is expected to catalyze access to trade finance, reduce investment risk exposure and unlock capital for priority sectors aligned with national development objectives.
Operating in over 24 African countries, ATIDI plays a strategic role in fostering investor confidence by providing insurance against political and credit-related risks. With a dual mandate that is both commercial and developmental, ATIDI supports trade and investment flows by de-risking transactions that drive economic growth and resilience. Its pan-African mandate also enables it to underwrite projects in non-member states where such interventions align with its broader objective of promoting regional integration and sustainable development. In the CEMAC region, including Cameroon, ATIDI has facilitated transactions valued at over XAF 1 trillion (approximately USD1.4 billion) across key sectors such as financial services, energy, agriculture, forestry, fishing and construction, significantly contributing to regional economic stability and the expansion of cross-border investment.
The dynamic engagements of national authorities, economic operators, policymakers and development partners reaffirmed Cameroon’s commitment to creating a resilient, investment-friendly environment. ATIDI’s operationalization in Cameroon is expected to have a ripple effect across the Central African region, promoting deeper economic integration and sustainable development.
Quote from Louis Paul Motazé, Minister of Finance, Cameroon
“ATIDI’s mission, grounded in the mitigation of political and commercial risks, comes as a strategic reinforcement of our national financial architecture. By offering innovative responses to the challenges of access to financing and global competitiveness, ATIDI will empower our economic operators, especially Small and Medium-sized Enterprises and Industries, with the confidence and tools required to thrive in both regional and international markets.”
Quote from Mr. Manuel Moses, CEO of ATIDI
Cameroon’s growing economy and strategic geographic position make it a key player in regional integration. By offering insurance against commercial and political risks, ATIDI is helping to unlock new investments and enhance confidence in doing business across borders. Our presence here reflects our confidence in the country’s vision and potential. The launch of ATIDI’s operations in Cameroon marks a pivotal step in our strategy to facilitate sustainable investment and strengthen regional trade integration across the CEMAC region.
About ATIDI
ATIDI was founded in 2001 by African States to cover trade and investment risks of companies doing business in Africa. ATIDI predominantly provides Political Risk, Credit Insurance and, Surety Insurance. Since inception, ATIDI has supported USD88 billion worth of investments and cross border trade into Africa. For over a decade, ATIDI has maintained an ‘A/Stable’ rating for Financial Strength and Counterparty Credit by Standard & Poor’s, and in 2019, ATIDI obtained an A3/Stable rating from Moody’s, which has now been upgraded to A2/Positive.
