The African shipping market has the wind in its sails

The interest of large global players in maritime shipping along the African coast is one of the indicators of their confidence regarding the African growth prospects. Relatively untouched by the current crisis, sea freight sector mobilizes investors.

Large operators remain alert to opportunities while new commercial lines and stopovers are being created. This traffic represents more than 80% of the total trade in Africa. read more...

Starting a Foreign Business in Mali

This piece highlights issues for consideration when starting a foreign business in Mali in four areas: 1) foreign business start-up, 2) access to industrial land, 3) foreign ownership issues across sectors, and 4) commercial dispute arbitration. read more...