Insights
Delivering thought leadership that Africa's business community needs
Fitch Attorneys' Insights section is built on delivering the thought leadership that Africa's business community needs. We provide in-depth legal analysis and commentary on the key developments shaping the continent's markets and regulatory landscape.
Insight Focus Areas
Energy Law
Fitch explores Africa's full energy spectrum, from oil and gas to renewables, power projects, and regulatory reform. Africa's energy sector is characterized by significant potential...
Government Transactions
We analyze government contracts, public procurement, and compliance issues. Fitch covers privatizations, state asset transfers, and major infrastructure auctions...
Investment & Trade (AfCFTA)
Fitch provides authoritative insight into cross-border investment, trade agreements, and regional market developments. This includes in-depth coverage of the AfCFTA...
Financial Services
Africa's financial sector is rapidly evolving through fintech, mobile money, and regulatory change. Fitch examines banking and finance laws...
Infrastructure & PPPs
Infrastructure development is critical for growth, and Fitch closely tracks deals in transportation, power, telecommunications, and other sectors...
Technology & Regulation
This category focuses on digital transformation and the legal frameworks that govern it. Topics include data protection, cybersecurity, telecoms...
Featured Series
"The Law Behind the Deal"
A recurring feature that dissects high-profile transactions in Africa. Each post explains the legal and strategic issues...
"Tax & Compliance Watch"
This series delivers authoritative updates on domestic and international tax developments shaping investment and corporate strategy...
"Policy & Regulation Briefs"
A periodic bulletin summarizing recent regulatory developments across our focus areas. Inspired by the needs of our clients...
"AfCFTA Watch"
A weekly digest of news related to the African Continental Free Trade Area. This brief covers developments in continental trade...