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AGOA at a Crossroads: The Geopolitical Stakes and Business Realities of U.S.-Africa Trade Engagement
Introduction: Beyond Policy, Real-World Impact The African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) has long been more than just a trade policy. It’s a strategic bridge that has helped shape U.S.-Africa economic ties. But as we consider the future of AGOA—whether it’s renewed, reimagined, or allowed to lapse—it’s essential to understand what this means for American businesspeople, African exporters, and global investors. For American Businesses: Navigating New Realities For U.S. com
Joshua Charles
Oct 262 min read


Navigating Egypt's Strategic Investment Landscape
This article highlights Egypt's financial strength and strategic positioning for large-scale institutional investments.
Joshua Charles
Oct 262 min read


Angola and the Lobito Corridor: Unlocking Strategic Opportunities in Infrastructure and Critical Minerals
Introduction: More Than Just a Development—A Strategic Unlocking of Opportunity The Lobito Corridor isn’t merely another infrastructure project. It’s a pivotal strategic opportunity waiting to be unlocked. This corridor is not just about laying down rail tracks or upgrading logistics. It’s about recognizing how critical minerals and infrastructure investments can drive national development not only in Angola but also for partner countries and global supply chains. Focusing on
Joshua Charles
Oct 262 min read


Structuring Resilience: Renewable Energy and Public-Private Partnerships in East Africa
As global capital shifts toward infrastructure that addresses both energy access and climate resilience, East Africa is emerging as a promising arena for renewable energy development, particularly through well-structured public-private partnerships (PPPs). For institutional stakeholders attending the World Bank meetings, this region presents not only an infrastructure need but a structured investment opportunity aligned with long-term sustainability goals. Opening the Market:
Joshua Charles
Oct 93 min read


Unlocking Opportunity in Critical Minerals: A Family Office Perspective on the DRC's Lithium and Cobalt Landscape
As the global race intensifies for control over critical minerals, particularly lithium and cobalt, family offices are increasingly turning their attention to Africa, and more specifically, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). With geopolitical tensions reshaping the global supply chain and climate imperatives driving unprecedented demand for clean energy technologies, long-term investors must reframe how they evaluate exposure to mineral-rich frontier markets. The DRC, de
Joshua Charles
Oct 93 min read


IPO Windows, Market Signals, and Institutional Alpha: Rethinking Public Equities in South Africa
As global investors look for growth beyond the saturation of Western markets, South Africa’s public equity market continues to provide a nuanced but promising opportunity. While persistent challenges in the country’s bond market and broader fiscal environment have raised caution, the equity space, particularly initial public offerings (IPOs), is evolving into a critical frontier for strategic alpha generation by institutional investors. A New Wave of Listings: IPOs Signal Mar
Joshua Charles
Oct 93 min read


Navigating Volatility: What the Naira Means for Bondholders and Commodity Investors in Nigeria
As Nigeria's economy continues its post-reform transition, the Nigerian Naira has become a central indicator of both macroeconomic sentiment and investment risk. For bondholders and commodity investors, especially those operating within complex cross-currency frameworks, the recent swings in the Naira underscore the need for precise currency risk management and geopolitical sensitivity. FX Volatility and Policy Gaps The Naira recently fell to ₦1,475 per dollar at the Nigerian
Joshua Charles
Oct 83 min read


Private Equity’s Role in Transforming Africa’s Agricultural Value Chains
This article discusses private equity's role in transforming Africa's agricultural value chains.
Joshua Charles
Sep 243 min read


How DFIs Are Shaping Risk Perception in Frontier Markets
This article describes how Development Finance Institutions are shaping risk perception in frontier markets such as in sub-Saharan Africa or South Asia.
Joshua Charles
Sep 243 min read


Country Risk Brief Sample: Kenya's Energy Market
This brief provides a snapshot of Kenya's energy market.
Joshua Charles
Jul 311 min read


Zambia Market Research Report Sample
This report sheds light on the competitive landscape, export potential, infrastructure readiness, and market entry barriers in Zambia's rare earth minerals sector.
Joshua Charles
Jul 156 min read


South Africa Policy Analysis Outlook Report
This report provides a strategic policy outlook for South Africa, analyzing how fiscal, monetary, and global economic dynamics are likely to influence the country's Eurobond performance over the next 4 to 7 years.
Joshua Charles
Jul 152 min read


Safeguarding Capital and Driving Growth: How Frontier Dominion Equips Pension Funds for African Markets
This article discusses how Frontier Dominion equips pension funds for success in African markets.
Joshua Charles
Jul 92 min read


Unlocking the Potential of Africa’s Insurance Sector: A Research-Driven Approach by Frontier Dominion
This article highlights how Frontier Dominion unlocks the potential of Africa's insurance sector.
Joshua Charles
Jul 83 min read


Bridging the Gap: How Frontier Dominion Supports Smarter Private Equity in Africa
This article highlights how Frontier Dominion supports smarter private equity in Africa.
Joshua Charles
Jul 84 min read
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