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Renowned for its cultural heritage, stunning landscapes, and iconic parks like the Serengeti and Maasai Mara East Africa is well-positioned to tap into the global ecotourism market, set to triple by 2032. To unlock this potential the region needs to explore and integrate sustainable tourism, diversify its offerings, and continue to target emerging high-value markets like Asia. As part of the recently concluded East Africa: Powering Africa's Sustainable Growth client event hosted by ALN Mauritius | BLC Robert & Associates and ourselves held a panel discussion focusing on unlocking the potential of hospitality and tourism in East Africa. Key takeaways explored strategies to diversify tourism offerings, such as wellness retreats and adventure tourism, integrating sustainability into tourism practices to attract eco-conscious travellers and success stories of investments that have transformed East Africa’s tourism landscape. As East Africa and its strategic partners like Mauritius continue to position themselves as leading investment gateways, the tourism sector remains a cornerstone for driving economic growth and enhancing the region’s global appeal. A special thank you to all the speakers, panellists, and participants who enriched the discussions with their expertise and perspectives. Your contributions are instrumental in advancing East Africa’s tourism potential and shaping its path toward sustainable growth. Julio Garrido-Mirapeix 🌟 Mita Vohra Ross Evans Gilbert Espitalier-Noël #PoweringSustainableGrowth #BridgingOpportunities #RegionalIntegration #SpurringInvestment #ReadyBusiness #EastAfrica #Mauritus #OneALN

With its rapidly growing population projected to reach 700 million by 2050 and a USD 465 billion GDP expected to grow by 6% annually until 2029, East Africa offers significant potential for investment in sectors such as green manufacturing, fintech, modern retail, and e-commerce. Mauritius, with its robust financial services sector, investor-friendly policies, and position as a strategic gateway, plays a pivotal role as a bridge for global investors seeking to tap into East Africa's dynamic markets becoming a key strategic partner in advancing Africa's sustainable growth. In addition, Mauritius's large and sophisticated home-grown corporates and financial institutions are playing and have the potential to play an even bigger role in transforming East Africa’s economic landscape and gain rich rewards from doing so. Under the theme East Africa: Powering Africa's Sustainable Growth, ALN Mauritius | BLC Robert & Associates and ourselves recently hosted an event that brought together some of the region's top business leaders, investment partners, and key industry players to explore opportunities and address challenges in doing in East Africa. As Africa charts its growth trajectory, ALN remains at the forefront of connecting ideas, peoples and regions and fostering cross-border collaboration. Our extensive alliance and shared vision continue bringing key stakeholders together to shape the narrative about investing in Africa. A heartfelt thank you to all our speakers, panellists, and stakeholders who shared their invaluable insights and expertise, making the event a resounding success. Your contributions are pivotal in driving meaningful conversations and fostering impactful partnerships for Africa’s future. Karim Anjarwalla Jason Harel Zoë Karl-Waithaka Rosa Nduati-Mutero Stephen Jennings Gilead Teri Arnaud Lagesse Julio Garrido-Mirapeix Ross Evans 🌟 Mita Vohra Gilbert Espitalier-Noël #PoweringSustainableGrowth #BridgingOpportunities #RegionalIntegration #SpurringInvestment #ReadyBusiness #EastAfrica #Mauritus #OneALN

Newsbite | About USD 29.2 billion in investment interests have been registered in three days for various projects in Africa as the continent turns its needs into bankable and beneficial opportunities for investors. The investment interests were realised from 37 projects at the recently concluded Africa Investment Forum market days in Rabat, Morocco. It covers projects in transport, power and energy, food and agribusiness, mining, pharmaceuticals, water and sanitation, urban infrastructure, and tourism, across various African countries. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dM7Maiwp #AfricaInvestmentForum #BusinessOpportunites #InvestinginAfrica #Transport #Energy #Agribusiness #Mining #Health #ALNnewsbite

IFLR1000 has recognised 8 of our lawyers as Women Leaders, celebrating their expertise, exceptional client service, leadership, and innovation. This esteemed list highlights the most prominent women lawyers globally, excelling in finance and corporate transactional work. Congratulations to all those honoured with this well-deserved recognition. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dqhhG2Qk Kofo Dosekun Olubunmi Fayokun Rosa Nduati-Mutero Valerie Bisasur Sahondra Rabenarivo Sonal Tejpar (formerly Sejpal) Oghogho Makinde Fiona Davies Nalwanga #IFLR1000 #WomenLeaders2024 #LegalExcellence #TrustedAdvisors #ClientService #BusinessLeadership #2024Rankings #OneALN

At ALN, innovation and excellence are central to our approach. We continue to redefine legal services, providing value-driven advice and addressing complex challenges with agility and expertise. We are proud to have IFLR1000 recognise ALN firms as top law firms in their respective countries and their lawyers in the 2024 rankings.   This achievement reflects the dedication of our team and the trust of our valued clients.   The IFLR1000 ranks law firms and lawyers based on complex financial and corporate transactional work. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dqhhG2Qk ADNA Mesfin Tafesse & Associates Law Office (MTA) ALN Kenya | Anjarwalla & Khanna @Madgascar Law Offices BLC Robert & Associates ALN Nigeria | Aluko & Oyebode K-Solutions & Partners | ALN Rwanda MMAKS Advocates | ALN Uganda Musa Dudhia & Co. AC&H Legal Consultants #IFLR1000 #2024Rankings #LegalExcellence #TrustedAdvisors #LegalTalent #CommercialSolutions #OneALN

Newsbite | The Democratic Republic of Congo, Zambia and Morocco are gearing up to pool their collective resources to establish an e-mobility value chain. Representatives from the three countries met in Lusaka as part of a project initiated in 2023 by the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA): Office for North Africa to facilitate the establishment of regional electric mobility value chains in Africa. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dS347dTf #eMobility #Manufacturing #RegionalIntegration #CriticalMinerals #GreenTransport #AuomotiveValueChains #Morocco #DRC #Zambia #ALNnewsbite

Newsbite | The population of Kenyans who had access to formal financial services rose from 83.7 percent in 2021 to 84.8 percent in 2024, driven by macroeconomic policy reforms and digitisation, according to a report launched recently in Nairobi. Compiled by the Central Bank of Kenya, Kenya National Bureau of Statistics, and Financial Sector Deepening Kenya, the report, titled 2024 FinAccess Household Survey, says Kenya ranks among five African countries that have made strides in enhancing access to financial products to the general populace. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e9AzPEYx #FinanicalInclusion #DigitalTransformation #FinancialServices #DigitalPayments #MSMEs #MobileMoney #Kenya #Africa #ALNnewsbite

INSIGHT 💡In recent years, Nigeria has been increasingly exposed to various natural disasters, including flooding, droughts, and disease outbreaks, which have taken a toll on its economy and population. As Nigeria strives to strengthen its resilience against these disasters, exploring innovative financial instruments that mitigate the impacts of these incidents is an important element. Catastrophe bonds have emerged as one of such critical financial instruments for disaster risk management. ALN Nigeria | Aluko & Oyebode Partner Ajibola Asolo and Senior Associate Kareemat Ijaiya examine these instruments, their utilisation by global entities and why countries like Nigeria should consider their adoption. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dyfuRipF #CatastropheBonds #ClimateFinancing #ClimateResilience #ClimateMitigation #Nigeria #Africa #ALNinsight

News bite | Chinese investors, in partnership with Egypt’s private and public sectors, recently launched a USD 7 billion investment alliance to develop a vast agricultural complex spanning 1 million acres in El Wadi El Gedid Governorate. The initiative’s first phase, set to cultivate 1,000 acres, is expected to conclude by September 2025. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dXZbzDzq #AgricultureInvestments #LocalProduction #Manufacturing #SustainableDevelopment #ExportProduction #Egypt #China #Africa #ALNnewsbite