Sub-Saharan Africa
Mozambique free of landmines but extractive sector remains explosive
Extractive sectors face persistent security and political risks which could become increasingly serious as investment floods in, unless effectively managed by investors and the government. On November 16, 2015, it
Why CAR must capitalize on Pope Francis’s visit
There has been a sudden silence in Bangui ahead of Pope Francis’ visit, an indication that the visit has potential to help establish national reconciliation and a lasting peace. Central
Hope or Hype? Opportunities and Challenges for Africa’s Startups
While African startups show promise, continued challenges and obstacles remain. As the global economy continues its sluggish recovery and emerging markets stutter, investors are looking further afield for newfound opportunities.
Congo 2016: Too much to lose, too big to fail
Bernard Katompa, President of the Génération Déterminée Movement in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), provides his take on what’s at stake in the DRC in 2016. Just last week,
Fixation on oil kills economic potential in Nigeria
Africa’s largest economy, Nigeria relies on sale of crude for about 90% of its foreign exchange earnings. The economy has been hit hard by the fall in global oil prices over
Nigeria’s new cabinet faced with a difficult task
Nigeria awaits the third-quarter growth statistics set to be released later this month. However, irrespective of the figures, the new economic team is confronted with the hard task of fixing
Burundi instability poses problems for East Africa
President Nkurunziza is likely to continue to perpetuate political instability through repressive conduct, in order to hold on to power. This will negatively impact East Africa’s economic prospects. Since April
Uganda elections leave oil industry exposed
In the run-up to Uganda’s elections, political dynamics are set to increase risks across sectors, with the oil industry particularly exposed to the course of elections. On 9th November 2015,
Denis Sassou Nguesso’s dangerous game in Congo Brazzaville
After a contested referendum on allowing president Nguesso a third term, Congo Brazzaville, one of the continent’s largest oil exporters, braces itself for what comes next as the opposition rejects
Ethiopia rising: A bright spot in sub-Saharan Africa
Ethiopia’s economic growth is likely to continue on a positive trajectory. Significant foreign investment is flooding into the country, yet political dynamics pose reputational risks for investors. Ethiopian Prime Minister
