Local knowledge key to navigating Francophone Africa’s market risks

A recent article in Engineering News reported on the African Frontiers Forum seminar hosted by market analysis firm Frontier Advisory at the Johannesburg Stock Exchange. Olivier Binyingo, a partner at Webber Wentzel, was quoted as one of three experts addressing the seminar.

Binyingo said that good corporate responsibility practices, international best practices and sound knowledge of countries’ laws are necessary for developing sustainable enterprises in Francophone African markets. He advised companies to get legal opinions and engage with authorities beforehand.

- Engineering News