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Pioneering in Africa emerging legal Professions is so challenging. Many thanks to the african fellow legal minds who on a daily basis give us their support. We keep moving for, you are fully devoted to our actions. Emerging legal Professions are found in the fields such as IT , Corporate Governance , Projects Management ( Innovative finance & Structured financing) , Public Governance, Economics , be it local or international, Intellectual Property , Infrastructural Projects, Mines & Energy, Oil & Gas, Artificial Intelligence , Banking & Financial Transactions, Judicial Police , International Police, Human Rights, Heath & Pharmaceutical Industries .. The perpetual rise in criminality in the world has paved the way for critical emerging professions. In Cameroon, Sworn Criminal Experts among others are fully concerned with structuring expertises to prevent unfair condemnations. Some among them work with the Special Criminal Courts on matters relating to public funds embezzlements; the Yaoundé Military Tribunal on matters relating to military offenses.

This week, my boss, Desire LOUMOU, is speaking at the All Africa Intellectual Property Summit, where the theme is nothing short of solution oriented : "Intelelctual Property: The catalyst for sustainable Development Goals in Africa. The future lies not just in the ideas we generate but in how we protect, share, and scale them. Intellectual property is more than a legal framework - it is the engine of Africa's progress. 💡🔍 As the summit deliberates on these issues, let us all reflect : How can we, as individuals and organisations, champion IP as a tool for sustainable growth in Africa? How do you see intellectual property shaping Africa's development? I would love to hear your thoughts ! #IntellectualProperty #SDGs #Innovation #DareToInvent #Africa

I had my Master's Degree (LLM) in International Trade and Investment Law in Africa, in 2016, from the University of Dschang, Cameroon. I decided to focus on legal aspects of Electronic Commerce and wrote an elaborate thesis touching on dispute resolution in electronic commercial transactions in Cameroon, a subject which I later expatiated on at the PhD level, and did well in it, plus 2 published articles in the domain. "What you order vs. What you get" prompted me to venture in this domain. I see a lot of things going wrong with doing business electronically in Cameroon and even beyond. As a matter of fact, this burden was the bedrock of me being a Legal and Business Consultant, and the creation of my company - Legal & Business Solutions Group in 2021. I will in the days ahead be sharing some legal aspects of doing business electronically, things about online contracts, and some aspects of consumer protection which I am passionate about and which I believe will help you. These are basic things we should all know in this digital era. Anyways, I can assist you at any moment with anything relating to business law. 📸: 2016, with two other mates after our Masters defenses, now Dr. PEFELA and Dr. Bafuke. Dr. Ngwa.

By now we've all heard of the data breach which struck the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission of South Africa (CIPC). Ironically enough, it's par for the course that IP (Intellectual Property) is only on the mind of local executives once something has gone disastrously wrong. It shouldn't be like this - Research shows that some of the worlds' best performing companies owe their posiiton to their efforts at creating and safeguarding unique IP's. Contrary to popular belief, this holds true for South Africa aswell. Despite our flagging industrial sector, we remain world leaders in a number of niche technologies. All of this and more is covered in IOA's most recent publication "Owning the Future : Intellectual Property in South Africa 2024" Available for download https://lnkd.in/d-SPfhWy #southafrica #southafricabusiness #legal #entrepreneurship #intellectualproperty

I recently had the honor of speaking at the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung conference of Leaders for Justice in Entebbe titled “Investments in Africa in the 21st Century, Key Legal Issues, Challenges and Prospects”. I had the privilege of discussing a topic that is pivotal for Nigeria’s economic growth and development: Foreign Direct Investment in Nigeria: Challenges and Prospects. The discussions were insightful and highlighted both the immense potential and the current obstacles in attracting and sustaining investment in Africa. Key takeaways included the need for: 1. Robust legal frameworks to protect Investments. 2. Improved infrastructure to support business operations. 3. Enhanced transparency and governance to build Investor confidence. It was an enriching experience to exchange ideas and strategies with such a distinguished group. I am looking forward to implementing these insights and continuing the dialogue on fostering a conducive environment for foreign investments in Nigeria and Africa as a whole.

Are you a company with foreign participation? Your company falls under foreign participation if it includes individuals or entities not holding Nigerian citizenship. The following are compliance requirements for you as a company with foreign participation in Nigeria; 1. You must have a minimum of N100,000,000( hundred million naira) paid up capital. 2. Your company must be duly registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) and Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission (NIPC) 3. You must secure a business permit before commencing business activities in Nigeria. 4. You must have obtained residence permit for foreign employees in your company from the Nigeria Immigration Service. Of course we know that you can't do any of the above on you own, don't worry, we've got you. Get the help you need with a click by sending us a DM now! #lawhub #thelaw #corporatelaw #legalcompliance #LegalGuidance #lawfirm #lawyerlife #BePrepared

Below is a helpful guide for my colleagues looking to expand their interests in the South African economy #BusinessExpansion #SouthAfrica #EconomicOpportunities"

DOING BUSINESS IN SOUTH AFRICA GUIDE This guide provides a summary of some of the legal issues that may confront foreign business people and investors considering investing and doing business in South Africa. Click here to access: https://lnkd.in/dRP2CJKv

Nigeria is paving the way for a new era in dispute resolution financing. With the introduction of new laws, the doors are wide open for litigation funders worldwide. This insightful article by Temiloluwa Dosumu, CIPP/E. and Uzochukwu Kpaduwa sheds light on the burgeoning potential of third-party funding (TPF) in Nigeria. As Africa’s economic powerhouse, Nigeria is now a prime destination for investment in litigation and arbitration funding. The recent legal reforms have lifted common law barriers, creating a welcoming environment for international investors. This marks Nigeria’s rise as a pivotal center for dispute financing on the continent. Discover how these recent legal developments have opened up massive investment opportunities for global litigation and arbitration funders within Africa's economic powerhouse. From abolishing common law restrictions to welcoming international investors, Nigeria emerges as a strategic hub for dispute financing. Download the article here: https://lnkd.in/d8FeUEsh #Famsville #LitigationFunding #InvestInNigeria #LegalReform #Arbitration

South Africa's SEZ success hinges on a strong legal foundation! The African Journal of Law states: "The legal and institutional framework governing SEZs is a critical determinant of success because it ensures predictability and adherence to rules and regulations, providing a conducive environment for economic growth, industrial development, and employment creation." Strong legal frameworks for SEZs attract investment by creating a stable and predictable business environment. This, in turn, fuels economic growth, fosters industrial development, and creates jobs. What do YOU think makes a Special Economic Zone successful? #SouthAfrica #development #EconomicZones #GlobalOpportunities #Laws