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Building strong local teams is the best way to create powerful social change in Africa.

Patrick Dupoux opened Boston Consulting Group's Casablanca office in 2010. Prior to helping found the Casablanca office, Patrick had worked for BCG in Paris since 2001, on assignments in the energy and environment, industrial goods, and corporate finance industries as well as in the public sector. Patrick is former Head of the BCG Africa system, and over the last ten years, he has led BCG’s work in Morocco and North Africa, and helped assignments for Morocco’s leading public and private sector institutions. Patrick also leads the Social Impact practice’s global development impact area.

In his career, Patrick has supported more than 50 multinational companies (across industrial goods, fertilizer, consumer goods, transportation and logistics, infrastructure, and commodities) as they expand into Africa. He currently co-chairs the Regional Business Council for Africa of the World Economic Forum. 

Patrick also leads BCG’s Public Sector and Social Impact practices in Africa, and has supported several African governments and financial development institutions on economic development topics (industrialization, FDI attraction, development of cities and financial centers, etc.). He leads BCG's work in globalization for the Europe, Africa, and South America region. 

Prior to joining BCG, Patrick spent three years in Argentina with Suez Water, one year in project finance with BNP Paribas, and one year in the US and Africa with the World Bank.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

EDUCATION

  • MBA, INSEAD
  • MSc, engineering, École Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées

Publications and Videos

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In Today’s 5G World, Africa Has an Opportunity To Accelerate

Africa has a unique opportunity in the evolving "5G world" to drive global solutions through renewable energy, agriculture, and leveraging its youthful population.
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More Money, Fewer Problems: Closing Africa’s Climate Finance Gap

Investments in green sectors in Africa have grown significantly, despite persistent volatility and macroeconomic risks. The persistent gap in climate financing for Africa presents an opportunity to accelerate growth.

Leaving Nobody Behind

Financial institutions have an invaluable role to play in driving climate progress in Africa. Coalitions have the potential to supercharge progress.

Harnessing Technology to Scale Climate Initiatives

How are innovation and technology being leveraged to build climate resilience in developing regions across Africa?  Axian CEO, Hassanein Hiridjee and BCG’s Patrick Dupoux explore.

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Why India Should Guide Africa’s Integration with the Global Economy

African integration represents a core element of India’s 2023 G20 legacy and exemplifies the country’s commitment to the theme of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam (the world is one family). India has successfully pursued socioeconomic development for its citizens, particularly by harnessing the power of digital technologies, and this model presents a valuable blueprint that could be leveraged to empower African nations, fostering inclusive growth and sustainable progress across the continent.
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Foreign Direct Investment and the Greening of Emerging Markets

Green FDI is key to achieving climate goals, but too little is going to emerging market economies. Here’s how four countries are changing this.
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Africa’s Opportunity in Digital Skills and Climate Analytics

The continent is rich in youthful, entrepreneurial energy. Well-planned investments now can help Africa transform itself into a global center of technological and ecological innovation.
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Six Megatrends That Are Changing Africa—and How to Navigate Them

Africa is setting its sights on a future shaped by a young population, rapid urbanization, climate change, growing digital capacity, regional cooperation, and entrepreneurial innovation.
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Building a Climate-Resilient, Low-Carbon, Job-Rich Africa

Climate change poses a significant threat to the continent. But as global decarbonization efforts intensify, Africa could emerge as a green powerhouse.
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Why Climate Action Needs a Gender Focus

Current efforts to combat climate change leave women behind. But drawing women fully into the fight is a win-win—accelerating climate progress and advancing gender equity.
What’s New and Next for M&A in Africa

What’s New and Next for M&A in Africa

While M&A in Africa remains challenging, five positive trends can serve as a guide for bold and adaptable investors.
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Africa and Europe in a post COVID-19 World
In search of common ground

Africa and Europe can find common ground for growth and innovation through thematic initiatives - accelerating co-investment, forming new strategic trade alliances, and partnering for green growth - and through enabling initiatives such as institution building, education and culture, and the digital economy.