Based on a new analytical classification of African economies as fragile, factor- and investment-driven economies, we identify the main determinants of FDI flows to Africa. Using a panel co-integration approach for -, This study links foreign direct investment, FDI, to economic growth, institutional quality and manufacturing value added, using data techniques of panel which, The study found that the inflow of FDI has a significant positive impact on economic development in the sub-Saharan African region. It is also noted that Abstract. Using the threshold regression model, we examine the effects of foreign direct investment and the mediating role of FDI absorptive capacity on: ~ The study aimed to determine whether transparency could mitigate the negative effects of FDI flows of volatile capital on growth using cross-sectional panel data, our study not only contributes to the existing literature on the determinants of FDI by investigating landlocked sub-Saharan African countries for the first time, but, ~ Kaya Biz, despite its challenges, South Africa has received foreign direct investment, FDI, inflows of nearly R - GUEST - Christie Viljoen, PwC South, However, Nondo et al. 2016 assessing the impact of institutional quality on FDI flows in sub-Saharan African countries, including MRU members. find. One of the problems facing sub-Saharan African countries is the low level of investment. However, the theory of capital tells us that it is impossible to envisage development without a considerable accumulation of capital. An important way in which these countries can solve this capital problem is through recourse. This article explores the determinants of foreign direct investment and FDI in regions that receive the least FDI. Panel data Sub-Saharan Africa SSA, Middle East and North Africa MENA. Panel data from Sub-Saharan Africa, SSA, Middle East and North Africa MENA countries are used for -12. The results of fixed effects estimations suggest that FDI flows in these regions are influenced by GDP per capita, infrastructure development, trade openness and corruption control.