The survey analyzes the attractiveness of Africa as an investment destination for foreign direct investors and is the result of analysis from 500 international business leaders polled from a diverse range of industries.

FORBES: Africa Becomes Attractive To Foreign Investors

Here are 10 compelling ideas and opinions from international business leaders, multilateral organizations and economic intellectuals, all voicing an increasing optimism on the attractiveness of Africa as an investment destination and its inherent potential as a prospective economic powerhouse.

FORBES: Ten Opinion Leaders On Africa's Economic Appeal