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Leptis Magna, Libya
Africa's Largest Proven Oil Reserves

Invest in Libya's
Future

A nation at the crossroads of Europe, Africa and the Middle East — with 48.4 billion barrels of oil, a 2,500 km Mediterranean coastline, and 12.4% GDP growth forecast for 2025.

12.4%
GDP Growth 2025
48.4B
Barrels Oil Reserves
1,016
Approved Projects

By the Numbers

Libya's Investment Opportunity at a Glance

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Largest in Africa
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Mediterranean Coastline
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Approved Investment Projects
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Total Project Value (LYD)
Across 52 cities
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Value Added Tax (VAT)
No VAT in Libya

Why Libya?

Africa's Most Resource-Rich Investment Frontier

Libya is undergoing a comprehensive structural transformation — from a decade of instability toward a new era of reconstruction and economic diversification. For sophisticated investors, the "Libya Paradox" — high-risk perception alongside unparalleled resource abundance — represents a profound first-mover opportunity.

Real GDP growth of 12.4% projected for 2025
1,016 approved projects worth 101B Libyan Dinars
Fresh exploration round after 17-year gap — 43 companies applied
Misrata Port $2.7B PPP: first major non-oil infrastructure deal since 2011
Tripoli waterfront
Tripoli, Libya

Strategic Location

Libya bridges Europe, Africa and the Middle East. European markets absorbed 78% of Libya's crude exports in 2023 — with direct pipeline access to Italy via Greenstream.

Investment Protection

Law No. 9 of 2010 provides FDI protections: no nationalization without fair compensation, capital repatriation rights, and free profit transfer in convertible currency.

Tax Incentives

A 5-year corporate income tax exemption, 0% VAT, and customs duty relief on imported machinery and equipment.

Legal Framework

The LIA manages ~$70B in assets and acts as a co-investment partner. International arbitration rights available for investment disputes.

Sectors

Key Investment Sectors

From hydrocarbons to heritage tourism — Libya's diversified economy offers world-class opportunities across six high-growth sectors.

Libya in Motion

Discover Libya's Potential

Watch how Libya is opening for business — from the Sirte Basin oil fields to the Mediterranean ports and the ancient wonders of Leptis Magna.

Discover Libya's Potential
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Tourism & Culture
Tourism & Culture
Misrata Port
Misrata Port
Tripoli
Tripoli

Featured Investments

Landmark Projects Seeking Capital

From a $2.7B port PPP to an $8B offshore gas program — Libya's flagship projects are attracting global institutional capital.

Misrata Port Expansion
Logistics

Misrata Port Expansion

Transforming Misrata into a 4M TEU regional transshipment hub. First major non-hydrocarbon PPP in Libya since 2011. 8,400 direct jobs.

Capex
$2.7 Billion
Timeline
2026–2030
Target IRR
Low-teens to high-teens
Risk Level
Medium-High
Partners: Maha Capital, MSC/TIL
Eni Structures A&E — Offshore Gas
Energy

Eni Structures A&E — Offshore Gas

Libya's largest offshore gas project since the early 2000s. Combined plateau of 750M scf/day. BESS 2 & 3 discoveries adjacent (>1 TCF).

Capex
$8 Billion
Timeline
2027–2028
Target IRR
Mid-teens to low-20s
Risk Level
High
Partners: Eni / NOC
Sedadah Solar Power Station
Renewables

Sedadah Solar Power Station

500 MW solar facility reducing Libya's dependence on oil-fired generation, freeing crude for export.

Capex
~$500M
Timeline
2025–2026
Target IRR
Low-teens to high-teens
Risk Level
Medium-High
Partners: TotalEnergies / REAOL
Wadi ash-Shati Iron Ore Project
Mining

Wadi ash-Shati Iron Ore Project

795M Mt proven ore at 52% iron content. Largest oolitic iron deposit in Africa. Requires heavy-haul rail to Misrata Port.

Capex
$100M–$500M
Timeline
2026–2030
Target IRR
Mid-teens
Risk Level
High
Partners: LISCO / International JV

Global investors and operators active in Libya

Trusted by World-Class Partners

Eni
Italy
TotalEnergies
France
BP
UK
ExxonMobil
USA
Chevron
USA
OMV
Austria
MSC / TIL
Switzerland
Maha Capital
Qatar
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