Webinar: The Africa Risk-Reward Index 2024
Africa is at a pivotal juncture, marked by a notable shift in its political landscape, increased interconnectedness across the continent, and the rise of innovative technologies that could potentially propel its progress. This period of transformation offers abundant opportunities for businesses to thrive, but also risks exacerbating fragilities in some African countries.
Africa's outlook is promising. But understanding the nuanced market dynamics and adopting a long-term perspective will be essential for stakeholders — from policymakers and investors to development agencies and civil society — as they navigate the evolving landscape to successful investment outcomes in 2024 and beyond. For African countries and investors looking to invest or grow their business in Africa, the time is now.
Control Risks and Oxford Economics Africa have launched the ninth edition of the Africa Risk-Reward Index. The index illustrates the evolution of the investment landscape in major African markets and provides a grounded, longer-term outlook of key trends shaping investment in these economies. This year’s risk-reward scores paint a picture of a recovering continent, where the uneven and sometimes unpredictable business landscape raises as many challenges as it does opportunities.
Join experts from Control Risks and Oxford Economics Africa for this webinar where they will discuss the key themes, risks and opportunities for investors, and examine what these mean for Africa.
In this session, you will get access to insights and expert advice on:
Bridging the generational divide - a new area for African politics. The growing discontent among young people in Africa will force governments to find a balance between attracting investments and the expectations of its younger population.
White elephants and lifelines - the megaprojects reshaping the continent. Trade corridors have the potential to unlock access to global markets and catalyse growth across borders, driving much needed and healthy competition among littoral countries to supply their landlocked neighbours.
Emerging technologies - supercharging economic development. Significant AI technologies have created global opportunities, but to take advantage of them African governments need to find the right balance of innovation and regulation.