The document discusses the ease of doing business in Eastern and Southern Africa. Some key points: 1) COMESA is working with member states to promote private sector investment through improving the ease of doing business, going beyond World Bank indicators. There has been some progress but countries progress at different paces. 2) While ease of doing business and attracting FDI are related, the relationship is not direct - investment opportunities and natural resources also impact FDI. 3) Major challenges to business in the region include inadequate power supply, poor transport infrastructure, and limited financial services outside of South Africa, Mauritius and Kenya.