Ibrahima Talla
Ibrahima Talla
I’m Ibrahima Talla, a senior executive with over 20 years of leadership experience across energy, mining, and telecommunications industries in West and Central Africa. I specialize in local content strategy, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable development. As the Director of Operations at Invest in Africa and founder of African Content, I work to empower local businesses and drive impactful change across sectors. Passionate about building lasting partnerships, I focus on delivering solutions that unlock growth and create shared value.
  • Joined: July 13, 2024
  • Articles: 3

Cross-Sector Local Content: Maximizing Economic Potential Beyond Oil & Gas

Local content has traditionally been the domain of the oil and gas sector, with policies designed to ensure resource-rich countries benefit from the exploitation of their natural resources. However, limiting local content to a single sector presents significant risks to…

What Is Local Content? A Comprehensive Guide to Economic Impact Across Sectors

Local content is more than just a buzzword; it’s a vital economic strategy aimed at enhancing the participation of local businesses, communities, and talent in various industries. Historically, local content policies emerged in the extractive industries, especially oil and gas, as a…

The Genesis of Local Content Policies in Extractive Industries

Local content policies in the extractive industries, such as mining and oil and gas, have evolved over the years as countries and communities around the world began recognizing the need for sustainable, inclusive growth driven by resource-based industries.  These policies…