Africa: Strategy

The European Parliament's draft report proposes over 130 amendments to the Commission's plan for overhauling medical device regulations, introducing new categories like "niche" devices while expanding coordination mechanisms between EU authorities. These changes aim to balance regulatory simplification with patient safety, potentially reshaping how medical devices and in vitro diagnostics are classified, assessed, and brought to market across the European Union.

Cloud computing has revolutionized data accessibility and business operations, yet the physical location of data remains subject to jurisdictional laws and regulatory oversight. As Nigeria emerges as one of Africa's largest digital markets, recent regulatory developments including the Central Bank's payment data localization requirements signal a strategic shift toward strengthening domestic control over critical digital infrastructure.

As artificial intelligence becomes embedded in critical business operations, organizations face a crucial distinction between having an AI policy and implementing true AI governance. While policies outline rules for AI use, effective governance establishes the accountability structures, oversight mechanisms, and decision-making frameworks needed to manage AI risks throughout its lifecycle and demonstrate responsibility to regulators, customers, and stakeholders.

The second quarter of 2026 witnessed significant geopolitical tensions in the Middle East that disrupted global oil supply routes and triggered volatility in international crude prices. These developments had direct impacts on Nigeria's downstream petroleum market, with Dangote Petroleum Refinery making multiple price adjustments throughout the period as Brent prices fluctuated.

The Nigerian Mining Industry is positioning itself as a key driver of economic diversification through strategic reforms and partnerships. The Federal Government's Seven-Point Agenda...

Ghana's vehicle spare parts market is undergoing significant transformation driven by currency fluctuations, shifting consumer preferences toward brand-new parts, and the gradual transition from informal markets to modern retail channels.

Nigeria's maritime industry pursues ambitious reforms and blue economy development, yet overlooks a fundamental challenge that determines whether vessel acquisitions become successful businesses or costly failures. While stakeholders focus on financing and fleet expansion, the critical question of how ships remain commercially viable years after purchase demands urgent attention from investors, lenders, and policymakers alike.

Nigeria's Supreme Court has introduced mandatory electronic filing through the Nigerian Case Management System (NCMS), requiring parties to submit digital copies of all court processes and records of appeal via an online portal. The new Practice Directions aim to modernize judicial administration, reduce record tampering, and improve efficiency at the apex court.

Women across the globe are rising into leadership positions with remarkable intensity and brilliance, yet beneath their excellence lies an unspoken fatigue from carrying the weight of holding everything together. This exploration examines how the family office model can provide African women leaders with the support ecosystems they need to protect their resilience rather than drain it, creating sustainable structures that allow them to thrive without exhaustion.

Cloud computing has revolutionized data accessibility and business operations, yet the physical location of data remains subject to jurisdictional laws and regulatory oversight. As Nigeria emerges as one of Africa's largest digital markets, recent regulatory developments including the Central Bank's payment data localization requirements signal a strategic shift toward strengthening domestic control over critical digital infrastructure.

Nigeria's Federal Ministry of Communications has issued a directive to maintain the current regulatory framework for internet platforms and digital economy matters while inter-agency policy harmonisation is underway.

Nigeria's solid minerals sector has achieved significant revenue growth and begun developing domestic processing capacity, yet faces critical challenges in converting ambitious policy frameworks into operational infrastructure. With the 2016 Mining Roadmap concluded and new fiscal reforms in place, the sector must now demonstrate whether it can bridge the gap between policy ambition and industrial execution while addressing persistent issues like illegal mining and regulatory implementation.