54 African countries, 1 entry point
Established 1993
Rated by Chambers & Partners as a leading law firm network
Lex Africa is a network of leading law firms in twenty seven African countries. It was founded in 1993. Only African law firms may join the network and it was the first African legal network.
Lex Africa effectively covers the African continent and provides a valuable resource for businessmen and investors in Africa. Africa has many business opportunities and Lex Africa's primary purpose is to provide sound legal advice by reputable legal experts in order to minimise risk and maximise benefits from African opportunities.
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Africa Project Access May 2012 whisperings on African business developments and opportunities
The AFRICAN HOTELS SECTOR is presenting considerable opportunities for investors. The continent is registering an average of 150 new hotel deals per year whereas the deal rate on other continents has declined. There are opportunities for three-star business hotels in markets such as Nigeria and Angola. A special opportunity is that of branding. Only 14% of African hotels are branded internationally compared with 46% in the Middle East.
Click here to read moreUpdate on recent developments in Zambia
The last year saw much change throughout the African continent and Zambia, a key investment destination for foreign direct investment in Africa, was no exception.
The economic success Zambia has experienced over the past years is evidenced by the country’s progression from a low to a middle income country. In addition the stability brought on by the new democratically elected government will further establish Zambia as a key African investment destination
SA's energy success story could spark a chain reaction across Africa
Current developments in South Africa’s energy sector, particularly in renewable energy, are galvanizing potential investors and sending powerful signals to other African nations seeking to attract energy investment.
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