São Tomé e Príncipe THE HUB FOR THE GULF OF GUINEA São Tomé e Príncipe: A walk through history… Sometime around 1470: Portuguese navigators discovered the uninhabited islands Sometime around mid 16th Century: STP was Africa’s foremost exporter of Sugar By 1908: STP was world’s largest producer of Cocoa 12 July 1975: Achieved INDEPENDENCE from Portugal 1470 1975 1990 1991 2014 1990: One of the First African Countries to undergo DEMOCRATIC REFORMS Since 1991: Non-violent, free and transparent elections 1991 - 2014: Consecutive Coalition Governments CELEBRATING 40 12 October 2014: YEARS SINGLE PARTY GOVERNMENT under OF INDEPENDENCE in the leadership of H E Patrice Emery CELEBRATING 25 2015 Trovoada elected with an absolute majority YEARS OF of 60% in the Parliament DEMOCRACY in 2015 1 THE LOCATION São Tomé e Príncipe: The Location DIRECT SHIPPING TIMES SOURCE: WWW.SEARATES.COM Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 2 São Tomé e Príncipe: The Location Less than 2 hours flying distance from São Tomé there are Over 350 million consumers Over US$ 750 billion GDP Over US$ 275 million growth in household consumption between 2000 – 2008 Over 600 million hectares ready for Agriculture THE SÃO TOMÉ Significant producers of HUB commodities including Oil & Gas, Iron FOR A LARGE & Ore, Copper, Gold, Cocoa & Timber GROWING MARKET Significant importers of food products, electronics, construction materials and machinery Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 3 EXPORTS FROM THE SUB-REGION REFINED CRUDE PETROLEUM US$ 160 billion US$ 23 billion GAS RUBBER US$ 20 billion US$ 6 billion COCOA US$ 5 billion Source: Trading Economics,2013; atlas.media.eu Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 4 IMPORTS INTO THE SUB-REGION RAW SUGAR POULTRY US$ 1 billion US$ 1.5 billion FROZEN TRANSPORT & FISHERIES CONSTRUCTION US$ 1.5 US$ 9 billion billion PACKAGED RICE MEDICINES US$ 2.5 billion US$ 1.3 billions ELECTRONICS US$ 2 billion Source: Trading Economics,2013; atlas.media.eu Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 5 UNDERSTANDING WITH STATISTICS AREA: 1001 sq. km ECONOMY: GDP Total: (2014): US$ 313.58 million GDP Growth (2014): 4.5% GDP Per Capital (2014): US$ 1,672 Currency: ST Dobra. Pegged with Euro: 24,500 ST Dobra / Euro DEMOGRAPHICS & LITERACY Population: (2014) 187,602 65% Population - less than 25 years old. Median age: Less than 20 Literacy rate: Over 95%. Extremely low rates of crime. HIGH PUBLIC HEALTH FOCUS Access to clean water & sanitation: In the next 3 years over 95% of the population will be covered. Malaria eradication: Zero new cases in 2014. Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 6 THE TRANSFORMATION AGENDA OTHER PRIVATE BUSINESSES DEVELOPED WITH IN THE NEW FRONTIER PARKS ASSISTANCE AND STUDIES CONTRIBUTED BY SERVICES FOR THE SUB-REGION Tank Farm, Bunkering, Shipyard, Sub-regional Airline, Aircraft MRO Center, Logistics Hub, Financial Services Hub, Healthcare NEW FRONTIER PARKS Tourism DEEP WATER Int’l PORT ASSETS Airport OF SAO TOME E PRINCIPE Education REFORMS FOR ECONOMIC GROWTH License & business processes reforms, Visa reforms, Labour & Wage reforms Private Telecom, ICT Connectivity, Free Internet access points in select public areas e-Governance, GIS, New Administration Complex, Agencies for Policy Implementation Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 7 UNSPOILT NATURAL BEAUTY CORAL REEF WRECKS ALONG THE ABUNDANT MARINE MANY GREAT TROPICAL PASSAGE OF HUMPBACK COAST WEALTH SANDY BEACHES WHALES Príncipe São Tomé NATURAL BEAUTY ORNITHOLOGICAL PARADISE LATITUDE ZERO COLONIAL HERITAGE WORLD BIOSPHERE TURTLE SANCTUARY RESERVES Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 8 TOURISM DEVELOPMENT – TWO CATEGORIES Short Stay Tourism LONG STAY TOURISM Facilities developed primarily in Facilities developed primarily in New Frontier Park – I. NEW FRONTIER PARK – II. Facilities and promotions Facilities and promotions developed for Tourists who developed for Tourists who typically extend business trips or typically vacation for a week with seek weekend getaways. family or friends. These include star Hotels and Themes for development include activities for Entertainment such EcoTourism, AgriTourism and re- as Night clubs, shopping malls, development of Colonial Roças, casino, spa, bars & restaurants. a water park and animal park. Re-Development of Colonial Roças Roça Água Zé Conservation of Historical Structures Development of History Tourism Colonial Roças (Plantations) and their grand charming structures offer a glimpse into the Roça Bela Vista fascinating history of this islands. Roça Uba Budo Roça Boa Entrada Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 10 World’s Finest Cocoa grows in São Tomé Ideal Growth Environment: Soil & Climate Historically called “Chocolate Islands” Finest quality Genetic Variant COCOA PLANTATION AGRICULTURE FISHERIES São Tomé and Príncipe has vast sea territory spanning over 160,000 km2 A comprehensive survey of fisheries resources is required. As per studies in 1998 (DIPA) RESOURCE GROUP POTENTIAL TONNES Large Pelagics 17,000 Coast Pelagics 4,000 Demersals 2,000 Cephalopods 6,000 Total (Tonnes) 29,000 Biodiversity surveys indicate São Tomé and Príncipe‘s fishes include 185 species from 67 families. Significant ones are: Large pelagic species: swordfish, tuna. Cephalopods: cuttlefish, octopus Crustaceans: shrimp, lobster and more. Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 12 ACHIEVEMENT: ICT CONNECTIVITY ACE Submarine Fiber Optic Cable System Key Features 17,000 kms from France to South Africa Landing Station - San Gabriel in São Tomé. Inaugurated on 03 October 2012 Government of São Tomé and Príncipe is one of the 18 partners of the consortium that implemented this system. Potential throughput capacity of 5.12 Tbps Latest Fiber Optic Technology, developed by Alcatel-Lucent with wavelength-division multiplexing (WDM) technology powers the subsea cable system. Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 13 PLANNED E-GOVERNANCE INITIATIVE RELEVANCE OF THE NATIONAL CONSERVATORY OF RECORDS DURING THE LIFETIME OF A CITIZEN BANKING INSTITUTIONS: CHILDREN, ADOLESCENTS, Cheques, Letters FIDUCIARY ADULTS: Tickets, Vouchers RECORDS Identity Cards IDENTITY Passports PAPERS CITIZENS: NEW BORN: PROPERTY Property Title Deeds Birth Certificates RECORDS Property Tax Records Vaccination Records SENIOR CITIZENS: HEALTH Retirement Cards RECORDS Disability Cards Death Certificates NATIONAL CONSERVATORY CHILDREN: Achievement Certificates CITIZENS: OF RECORDS School Diplomas Income Taxes FISCAL DOLESCENTS RECORDS A : Stamp Papers Student Cards Graduation Diplomas CITIZENS: EDUCATION Completion Certificates Military / Police ID Cards RECORDS Marriage Certificates Family Record Book EXPATRIATES: Voter ID Cards PERMITS & Travel Permits Driving License LICENSES Residence Visas Business Licenses FOREIGNER TRADING BUSINESSES: Professional Cards RECORDS Customs Duties & Taxes Others: Arms, Fishing, Etc Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 14 AGOSTINHO NETO EDUCATION VILLAGE The Vision Educate and qualify youth in São Tomé. Contribute to Gulf of Guinea regional development A 1,600 hectare colonial property is allocated to the Agostinho Neto Education Village Courses: Maritime industry related studies. Industry Requirements - Oil & gas, mining, agriculture & hospitality, Public administration & governance Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 15 THE HEALTHCARE VILLAGE The HealthCare Village will be developed in São Tomé. The Village be a market-driven health and wellness center. Well qualified physicians will have access to innovative processes and systems. The Village will make patients’ visit efficient and worthwhile Services at the HealthCare Village Medical Air-Evac facilities for the sub-region A world class Diagnostics Center Treatment facilities evolved around the following Medical Centers of Excellence Plastic Surgery Rehabilitation and physiotherapy Anti Retro Viral Treatments Center Oncology Palliative Care An Emergency and Trauma Care Center Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 16 São Tomé New Frontier Parks Changing the way Businesses deliver Value in the Gulf of Guinea Two New Parks established: New Frontier Park – I : Activity oriented economic zone for Business, Trade and Industries Located in North São Tomé between the International Airport and the city of Esprainha New Frontier Park – II : Calm environment zone hosting agri & eco Tourism and renewable energy generation Located in South São Tomé between Água Zé and São Miguel Designated “Special Zones for Economic Activity” with THE FUTURE OF BUSINESS simplified requirements and policies for business Powered by NEW FRONTIER New Frontier Parks will raise stakes in competitiveness PARKS and modernization and will serve market requirements. Park Management: New Frontier Parks Council (NFPC) – an independent organization ONE STP – The arm of Investments Promotion Authority (IPA). A one-stop facilitator serving all business needs for new and existing businesses Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe – Transformation Agenda 17 NEW FRONTIER PARKS São Tomé Deep Water São Tomé International Trans-shipment Port Airport New Frontier Park – I ADMINISTRATION CITY AGOSTINHO NETO EDUCATION VILLAGE