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“Fuel Self-Sufficient” Algeria To Join Other African Producers At Africa Oil...
Algeria now produces sufficient fuel to meet domestic demand and has not had to import since 2018
Algeria – having just announced “fuel self-sufficiency” –...
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The mergers and acquisitions (M&A) market in Africa holds significant potential...
Despite facing some challenges. As the continent continues to evolve economically, several key trends and factors are shaping the landscape of M&A activity across...
Control Risks and Oxford Economics Africa launch the 2024 Africa Risk-Reward...
The report is released at a time when Africa is experiencing a significant generational shift in politics, increased continental connectivity, and the rapid emergence...
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Taking Center Stage: The Rise of Compliance Due Diligence in Africa
By Darryl Bernstein, Partner, Baker & McKenzie, Johannesburg
The African continent is one of the most challenging regions in which to do businesses from a...
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The Development of Characterisation in South African Competition Law
By Stuart Strachan, associate in the Antitrust / Competition practice group at Fasken Johannesburg office
It is generally accepted that agreements between competitors to fix...
The Legal and Regulatory Framework Governing Financial Technology (Fintech) in Nigeria
By Efeomo Olotu, Partner, Feyisayi Lari-Williams, Consulting Associate, Demola Makinwa
Associate, Martins Okoli NYSC Associate, George Etomi & Partners
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The rise in technology development, coupled with...
New Partnership Between Fertilizer Canada and Tractors for Africa Presents the Opportunity to Advance...
MOU seeks to improve on-farm mechanization, access to training for farmers
Fertilizer Canada and Tractors for Africa signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), intended to advance...
Senegal’s Ambitious Gas-to-Power Agenda
Senegal aims to obtain sufficient energy sources while reaching a triple objective that includes providing reliable electricity for its citizens
DAKAR, Senegal, August 2, 2019/APO...
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Association of Angolan Petroleum Service Companies (AECIPA) Partners with Energy Capital...
The partnership both consolidates the event’s position as Angola’s premier energy forum as well as AECIPA’s efforts to expand local content, youth empowerment in...