Sub-Saharan Africa
Sub-Saharan Africa is defined by an unstable political climate, a lack of
transparency and social unrest making it a somewhat precarious investment
prospect.
Despite its political difficulties and economic adversity, however, many
countries
of the Sub-Saharan region are on the verge of economic prosperity. Foreign
investment opportunities abound, as Asia's unquenchable demand for oil,
minerals and
other natural resources has introduced new and powerful players to Africa; the
West can no longer rely on monopolistic access to the continent.
Sub-Saharan Africa is experiencing steady growth, and there has been a
significant surge in market potential and an increased interest among investors
amid
recent discoveries in the region. With a global daily increase in demand for
oil,
and a world economy which is forecast to experience a 3.8 per cent growth in
2011,
the region offers one of the world's most beguiling oil and gas monetisation
opportunities. Menas Associates has a long history of knowledge of Sub-Saharan Africa, and a host of experts
with years of experience in the region. We take a multidisciplinary approach in
assisting not only those with a track record of working in Sub-Saharan Africa
but
also those venturing to the continent for the first time.
Despite the large potential benefits, there remain numerous challenges to
working in Sub-Saharan Africa's extractive industries. Violence, threats of
civil war,
weak corporate and national governance structures, and overly stringent fiscal
regimes contribute to an often difficult investment climate. Menas Associates works together with in-country agencies and authorities to find ways to
sidestep the aforementioned obstacles and offer client solutions conducive to
strategic
business management and development.
Menas Associates integrates advisery services with years of in-country experience when working
with multinational organisations interested in learning about the prospective
political, social, security and reputational issues that might affect their
working
practices in the region. We tailor our deliverables to suit client needs, and
provide support throughout all phases of the business cycle; from market entry
to
exit.
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