Italy: Mattei Plan for Africa enters implementation phase (decode39.com)

• 18 partner countries, 76 ongoing projects
• €5.5 billion initial allocation; €1.2 billion approved by Climate Fund
• Alignment with EU Global Gateway strategy

"Italy submitted its third annual Mattei Plan report to parliament, covering developments through June 2026. The plan now includes 18 partner countries, 76 projects, and €5.5 billion in initial financing. It emphasizes six priority sectors—water, agriculture, energy, infrastructure, education, health—and digital technologies. Rome stresses alignment with the EU's Global Gateway strategy."