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CDH Africa Corporate Guide

Africa is at an inflection point. Once cast as a high-risk frontier, the continent is increasingly recognised as a region of scale, potential, and strategic priority. Growth forecasts, demographic trends, and shifts in global capital appetite all signal the same transformation that Africa is moving from the periphery of investment strategy into its center.

21 Nov 2025 1:33 Minutes Video

The corporate guide makes visible the mechanisms through which this is achieved, whether through vehicles established in South Africa, Kenya, Namibia, or beyond. In doing so, it provides a rare combination of comparative insight and practical direction, converting abstract opportunity into actionable strategy.

Just as critical is the guide’s emphasis on the importance of partnering. Africa is, at its core, a partnership-driven market.

At a strategic level, the Africa Corporate Guide also strengthens CDH’s visibility as a leading legal firm with deep sectoral and cross-regional experience. By consolidating the learnings, frameworks, and regulatory expertise into a single, publicly accessible resource, the guide positions CDH as a thought leader in African corporate law.

Click here to access the Guide.

The information and material published on this website is provided for general purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. We make every effort to ensure that the content is updated regularly and to offer the most current and accurate information. Please consult one of our lawyers on any specific legal problem or matter. We accept no responsibility for any loss or damage, whether direct or consequential, which may arise from reliance on the information contained in these pages. Please refer to our full terms and conditions. Copyright © 2025 Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr. All rights reserved. For permission to reproduce an article or publication, please contact us cliffedekkerhofmeyr@cdhlegal.com.

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