Book excerpt: This one-of-a-kind reference tool provides vital market & trade development information. Part I contains three separate sections: introduction, reference & contacts (describes the international & regional organizations, research centers, & financial institutions that facilitate international trade). Part II is divided into two groups of Sub-Saharan African countries: first & second tier; each group has an introductory overview, & information on exports & imports, on investment & trade barriers, & on the best prospects for U.S. investment & exports. Contacts & selected publications also are included.