ADSII is a controlled, performance-based residency pilot programme designed for African-descended diaspora entrepreneurs investing in agriculture, agro-processing, and rural value chains — aligned with each host government's sovereignty and development objectives.
ADSII is a programme of the Coalition for the Repatriation of Descendants of Enslaved Africans (C.R.D.E.A). It proposes a limited, tightly governed pilot residency pathway for African-descended diaspora entrepreneurs who are already investing productively in Africa at the small and medium enterprise scale.
The objective is not to replace or dilute existing immigration or investor categories. It is to test — on a controlled and revocable basis — whether modest, well-regulated diaspora SME investment can be mobilised in a manner consistent with each host country's sovereignty, immigration controls, and economic governance standards.
ADSII does not seek preferential treatment. It seeks administrative alignment between a country's development priorities and the practical realities of diaspora SME investment.
"This proposal does not request preferential treatment, exemptions, or permanent policy change. It recommends a measured, evidence-based pilot that allows each government to assess a specific class of diaspora SME investors under strict control."
— ADSII Executive Policy Memorandum, February 2026Current investor residency thresholds in most African states are calibrated for large-scale capital deployment — typically USD $100,000 or above — and urban commercial activity. This framework unintentionally excludes a distinct and growing category of diaspora investor who:
These investors are not seeking welfare. They seek regulatory stability and residency certainty to support long-term investment decisions, local partnerships, and sustained profit reinvestment within the host country. A narrowly scoped pilot allows any government to evaluate this category empirically, without policy over-commitment.
ADSII proposes a pilot that any interested government can adopt, adapt, and evaluate independently. All parameters are negotiable with the host government. The following represent recommended defaults based on ADSII's active country engagements.
Duration: 12–18 months
Cap: 30–100 qualifying investors
Focus: Designated agricultural or rural development zones, as determined by the host government
Qualifying range: USD $30,000 – $50,000 (or local currency equivalent). This threshold reflects SME-scale startup realities rather than large-capital investor categories.
Qualifying investment may include agricultural land positions, livestock holdings, poultry or agro-processing units, and agricultural equipment — subject to independent verification and national law.
All applicants must partner with local citizens or citizen-owned entities. Arrangements must be documented, transparent, and compliant with national commercial law. Priority given to women-led enterprises.
Registered local business entity · Verifiable assets or investment commitments · Clear business plan with measurable outcomes · Local legal representative or counsel · Clean KYC and AML status
Residency status is conditional and fully revocable at any time. The pilot is not a commitment to permanent policy change. Clear exit mechanisms protect national interests at every stage.
Performance Metrics — Residency Is Tied to Results
Residency status is conditional on verifiable, quarterly-reviewed indicators. Investors who fail to meet performance thresholds are subject to residency review and potential revocation.
| Metric | What Is Measured | Review Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Employment Creation | Full-time equivalent (FTE) jobs created and sustained | Quarterly |
| Local Reinvestment | Percentage of profits reinvested within the host country | Semi-annual |
| Partnership Compliance | Active status of documented local joint-venture arrangements | Quarterly |
| Tax Compliance | Current status with national tax authority | Annual (verified by authority) |
| Environmental Compliance | Land-use and environmental regulation adherence | Annual |
ADSII is designed from the ground up around government control, not investor convenience. Every element of the pilot preserves the host country's full regulatory authority.
All applicants are subject to comprehensive KYC and AML screening. Asset valuations are independently verified. Land tenure and sector compliance are confirmed before residency is granted. No self-reporting is accepted for qualifying asset values.
A joint technical committee comprising representatives from the relevant ministries, the national investment promotion agency, and an independent auditor. The committee reviews applications, monitors compliance, and receives quarterly programme reports.
Residency status remains fully revocable at any time for non-performance, non-compliance, or legal breach. The pilot is not a commitment to permanent policy change. Defined exit conditions protect national interests at every stage.
All applicant information is handled in accordance with the host country's data protection legislation and international best practice. Data is used only for programme administration and is never shared without written consent.
ADSII has submitted formal Executive Policy Memoranda to the following governments. Each memorandum is tailored to the specific immigration framework, development priorities, and institutional structure of the host country.
ADSII has submitted a formal Executive Policy Memorandum to the Principal Secretary, Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, Republic of Kenya. The memorandum proposes a pilot focused in Kisii, Nakuru, and Kilifi counties, with a cap of 50–100 investors over an 18-month evaluation period.
Cc: Principal Secretary, Ministry of Interior and National Administration · CEO, Kenya Investment Authority
↓ Download Kenya Policy Memo (PDF)ADSII has submitted a formal Executive Policy Memorandum to the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Trade and Entrepreneurship, Republic of Botswana. The proposal recommends a pilot of 30–50 qualifying investors in designated agricultural or rural development zones.
Cc: Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Labour and Home Affairs · CEO, Botswana Investment and Trade Centre (BITC)
↓ Download Botswana Policy Memo (PDF)Pipeline Countries
ADSII is currently preparing country-specific policy briefs for additional target states across East, West, and Southern Africa. Governments interested in receiving a briefing are encouraged to make contact using the form below.
ADSII is consistent with established global practice in diaspora engagement and ancestry-based residency frameworks. ADSII does not propose innovation without example — it proposes policy parity with frameworks already accepted in international law and practice.
| Framework | Country / Body | Mechanism |
|---|---|---|
| Law of Return | Israel | Ancestry-based citizenship pathway for diaspora Jews globally |
| Portuguese Nationality Law | Portugal | Ancestry-based citizenship for Sephardic Jewish descendants |
| Ghana Right to Abode | Ghana | Structured diaspora residency and citizenship — Year of Return programme |
| Citizenship by Descent | Multiple Commonwealth States | Ancestry-linked permanent residency and naturalisation pathways |
| CARICOM Reparatory Justice Framework | Caribbean Community | Structured diaspora reintegration and capital repatriation programme |
Every ADSII outcome is measurable, contingent on performance, and subject to government verification. The following benefits are achievable under a well-governed pilot.
Individual investments aggregate significantly across a cohort. Once residency stability enables multi-year planning, diaspora networks scale cumulatively across family and community networks.
ADSII investors operate in sectors typically underserved by large foreign direct investment — livestock, crop production, agro-processing, and rural value chain development.
Residency is conditional on verified job creation, ensuring every approved investor contributes measurably to local employment and cannot remain without delivering results.
Mandatory local partnership requirements prioritise women-led farms and enterprises, directly advancing gender-inclusive development objectives embedded in national plans.
A controlled pilot generates empirical data on diaspora SME investment behaviour — data that informs future policy without requiring any permanent commitment.
Governments that adopt an ADSII pilot signal leadership in diaspora engagement and Pan-African economic integration — a reputational asset in bilateral diplomacy and regional negotiations.
All potential benefits are contingent on rigorous governance and measurable performance outcomes. ADSII does not promise outcomes it cannot verify.
ADSII is available to present a concise implementation brief and one-page pilot summary to any government ministry, investment promotion agency, or parliamentary policy committee.
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