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On The Horizon: A 2025 African GC Perspective 🌍 ACGC (African Corporate and Government Counsel Forum) and Afriwise have launched a pivotal research initiative focused on General Counsels (GCs) and in-house legal teams across Africa. Together, we're examining the challenges, disruptors, and opportunities shaping the African legal landscape for GCs today and into the future. Your participation is crucial in capturing the realities and priorities of GCs on the continent. By sharing your insights, you'll contribute to an African-focused report that amplifies the legal community's voice and influences the profession’s future. All contributions are fully anonymized and will help shape a landmark report defining the outlook for GCs across Africa in 2025. Have your say: https://lnkd.in/eDqbuUX3 #LeadersInLegalIntelligence #Africa #GeneralCounsel #InHouseCounsel #Research

Proud to have supported CARE Ratings South Africa (Pty) Ltd in obtaining their Credit Rating Agency License. Afrocentric credit rating agencies are essential for fostering growth and stability in African capital markets—they provide assessments tailored to Africa’s unique economic and regulatory environments. This localised insight brings reliable ratings and supports more informed investment decisions across the continent. CARE Ratings South Africa, as part of the CareEdge Africa, brings this critical approach to African markets. Looking forward to the positive impact on sustainable growth in Africa.🚀 #AfricanCapitalMarkets #AfrocentricFinance #CreditRatings #InvestmentInAfrica #FinancialGrowth #SustainableDevelopment #MarketConfidence

Doing Business in South Africa is certainly not easy, and it would be interesting to see how we compare with other countries. Since the inception of the Foreigner Assurance process at CIPC - Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (a member of the dtic Group), it has become impossible to make Director changes—it went from 1 hour to 3 hours, and now it is taking longer than 2 weeks. More often than not documents are rejected for absurd reasons (reminds me of the time when the old CM29's were rejected to meet the CIPC @quota's). CIPC - Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (a member of the dtic Group) needs to improve their turnaround times if South Africa is to be considered a place to invest and compete internationally.

The inefficiencies that are being experienced with CIPC has been a frustrating process. There are various issues that are arising on a daily basis which is leading to extremely poor service delivery and more often than not, the reasoning behind the inefficiencies make no sense. Additionally, addressing operational shortcomings is crucial for maintaining and achieving long-term sustainability. Moreover, when trying to get any form of feedback in relation to something, you are passed from pillar to post and once you get through to someone it often feels as though the person is inexperienced.

🌍 Annual African Arbitration Association Conference Gathers Young Practitioners in Douala The OHADA clubs of Cameroon, in collaboration with the African Arbitration Association (AAA), hosted a pre-conference event in Douala from October 8-9, 2024, gathering young practitioners in arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) from across Africa. This event, held under the theme "Landscape, Opportunities, and Challenges in the Practice of International Arbitration in Africa: Perspectives of Young Practitioners," served as a precursor to the AAA’s annual conference, taking place from October 9-11. 🔑 Key points: Focus on the opportunities for young practitioners in arbitration ⚖️ Discussions on the challenges and growth of ADR in the OHADA region 🌍 Insights into the future of arbitration as a tool for Africa’s economic development 💼 👉 Discover how this conference is shaping the future of arbitration in Africa. 🔗 Read the full article on our blog. https://lnkd.in/dshuufpi #Arbitration #ADR #OHADA #LegalPractitioners #AfricanArbitration #DisputeResolution #ProfessionalDevelopment #dfmradio

This week, the members of Club Cooperate were split into 4 groups and tasked with identifying the major legal issues or challenges facing businesses, particularly in the area of regulatory compliance. This is our group 1’s take on answering the above questions. Hamza Abdullahi Mashi Salma Salisu Abubakar Abdulazeez Salisu lawal Hafsah Kachia @maryam imam Surayya Ibrahim Umar Umar Sani Bebeji Ph.D. Corporate Affairs Commission Junior Achievement Nigeria Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office #ClubCorporate #SME

LEGAL PULSE CHECK || Africa is gravitating towards transforming its competition law framework across the continent by developing a unified competition protocol geared towards sustainable economic development. The protocol was adopted by the African Union Assembly during its 36th Ordinary Session held from 18th to 19th February 2023, with the purpose of  fostering a fair and competitive business environment for the continent.    Our Partner, Head of Corporate & Commercial Transactions, Muigai Githu; Associate, Patrick Nguri; and Legal Assistant Aida Muthoni delve into a comprehensive overview of the African Continental Free Trade Area Competition Protocol (“AfCFTA CP”) and ponder on its impact on regulation of competition in Africa. #MMLLP #Antitrust #CompetitionLaw #CompetitionPolicy #AfCFTA #AfCFTACP

SERR Synergy can assist your company to be legally compliant. WhatsApp or email me to set up a no obligation meeting to discuss how we can help you or simply comment with a "yes" below. #serrsynergy #legalcompliance #legalprofessionals #businessconsulting #legalconsulting

🌐 AFSA International (AFSA SA)🌍 Did you know that international arbitrations in South Africa are governed by the International Arbitration Act, 15 of 2017? This Act, which incorporates the UNCITRAL Model Law of International Commercial Arbitration, provides a robust framework for resolving disputes between parties from different States. At the heart of South Africa's arbitration landscape is AFSA, a beacon of excellence in dispute resolution. Guided by the dynamic leadership of Adv. Patrick Lane SC, Chair of AFSA International and AFSA Vice Chair, along with the expert oversight of Svetlana Vasileva-Stratenwerth, Secretary-General of AFSA International, and the stringent governance of the AFSA Court, AFSA International guarantees each arbitration is conducted with unparalleled professionalism and impartiality. The AFSA International Panel boasts top arbitration practitioners from around the globe, ensuring high quality and impartiality as outlined in the AFSA International Rules. This commitment to excellence has positioned AFSA as a leading arbitration centre not only in South Africa but across Africa. Explore how AFSA is driving international arbitration forward and setting benchmarks in dispute resolution. #InternationalArbitration #AFSA #DisputeResolution #GlobalBusiness #SouthAfrica #UNCITRAL #LegalExcellence Feel free to share your thoughts or ask questions in the comments below! 👇

“Economies that advance transparency, accountability, and integrity are better positioned to unlock new funding and collaboration for growth and development,” -Lola Adekanye, CIPE Africa Deputy Director   As part of our growing Ethics 1st initiative, CIPE recently inducted 18 additional compliance consultants and trainers into the Africa Business Integrity Network (ABIN).   Read how CIPE and ABIN are promoting business ethics and compliance standards among African businesses: https://lnkd.in/eTJvUdHu