Africa Legal Framework Sector Research Highlights

Analysis

Ghana’s legal reforms support digitalisation of economy
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Recognising the benefit of financial inclusion to economic growth, Ghana is digitalising its economy to enhance security for business transactions. In recent years legislation has been passed that aims to improve the investment climate, align the country with international norms and attract increased foreign investment. As of September 2023 mobile money transactions in Ghana reached GHS1.9trn ($172.5bn). New…

Overview

Legislation to boost Ghana’s fintech innovation ecosystem
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Ghana’s dynamic economic landscape unfolds against a backdrop of resilient corporate legal foundations, showcasing the country’s commitment to fostering an investor-friendly environment. While recent regulatory shifts have laid the groundwork for a conducive corporate legal atmosphere, the nation propels itself into the forefront of financial technology (fintech) innovation, spurred by policy directives…

Viewpoint

Afua Adubea Koranteng, Managing Partner, Koranteng & Koranteng Legal Advisors: Viewpoint
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Viewpoint:Afua Adubea Koranteng The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) was established in 2018 by African Union member countries, with Accra as its Secretariat. Aimed at fostering socio-economic development, reducing poverty and boosting global competitiveness, the agreement had 54 signatories and 47 ratified countries as of August 2023. The agreement is to be implemented in two phases:…

Chapter

The Report: Ghana 2024: Legal Framework
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Ghana’s dynamic economic landscape showcases its commitment to fostering an investor-friendly environment. As regulatory shifts promote a conducive corporate legal atmosphere, the country remains at the forefront of innovation in the field of financial technology thanks to various policy directives and the regulatory sandbox established by the Bank of Ghana. The intersection of regulatory advancements,…

Country Report

The Report: Ghana 2024
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Despite the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and other external shocks, Ghana’s GDP growth is expected to moderate in 2024 and 2025 thanks to the proactive measures undertaken by the government. One example of such initiatives is the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme, which has helped stabilise the local economy and provide greater fiscal stability. In 2023 the country was the continent’s leadin

Event

ICESDA 2024

African development and transformation efforts have been slower than expected predictions despite many strategic programmes and interventions targeted at her progress. International aid flows and governmental budgets earmarked for essential development projects have been dwindling and there is no sight to its end. This is because of the old mindset of doing things and the fact that there is an apparent…

Country Report

The Report: Misrata 2024
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Misrata is playing a central role in the diversification of Libya's economy, focusing on the shipping, manufacturing, automotive, construction, ICT, health care and education sectors. With strategic ports like Tripoli, Benghazi and Misrata, the government aims to make the country an international trade hub through partnerships with private investors for port modernisation. Tax incentives and free

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The Report: Djibouti 2023
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By leveraging its strategic location on the Horn of Africa and as a gateway to key landlocked countries such as Ethiopia, Djibouti is well-positioned to act as a nexus of trade between Africa, Asia and the Middle East. The government's Djibouti Vision 2035 strategy outlines key initiatives to attract foreign direct investment, boost social and human capital development, improve private sector enga

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The Report: Nigeria 2024
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Nigeria’s GDP growth decelerated in 2022 amid global headwinds, including elevated commodity prices and soaring inflation resulting from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The IMF’s GDP growth projection of 3.2% for 2023 is in recognition of the measures Nigeria has undertaken to boost oil production. Nevertheless, the country’s medium-term economic plan, the National Development Plan (NDP) 202

Interview

Joachim Bilé-Aka, Managing Partner, Bilé-Aka, Brizoua-Bi & Associés
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Interview:Joachim Bilé-Aka Which provisions should be put in place to improve the legal framework for investment? JOACHIM BILÉ-AKA: The current legal framework for investment can certainly be improved, but it must be well adapted for both foreign and domestic investors if we are to hope for an even greater increase in private investment. Ensuring greater transparency of tendering procedures…

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