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RISK VS REWARD
The Opportunity
The Opportunity
The Opportunity
Africa remains the great growth opportunity of the next few decades. The AfCFTA will take time to gain traction but will make a huge difference. The SME sector will see tremendous growth and will require new funding models, in particluar easier and cheaper KYC to unlock funds quickly and cheaply. Intra-African trade will grow as populatio
Africa remains the great growth opportunity of the next few decades. The AfCFTA will take time to gain traction but will make a huge difference. The SME sector will see tremendous growth and will require new funding models, in particluar easier and cheaper KYC to unlock funds quickly and cheaply. Intra-African trade will grow as populations do and as the growing African middle-class stimulates demand and holds governments more to account. What is required is an inward and outward strategy acting in tandem to outwardly cement Africa’s place in the global economy through foreign investment and improved trading links; while internally driving regional trade integration, improved governance and a harmonsiation of standards and regualtions.
The Problem
The Opportunity
The Opportunity
In a recent AVCA survey 69% of African investors cited FX as their primary investment concern. Liquidity is often forgotten about but that can be a major issue too. If you are already doing business in Africa you will appreciate both the opportunities presented by the economic and population growth and the issues with accessing yield, en
In a recent AVCA survey 69% of African investors cited FX as their primary investment concern. Liquidity is often forgotten about but that can be a major issue too. If you are already doing business in Africa you will appreciate both the opportunities presented by the economic and population growth and the issues with accessing yield, ensuring liquidity and hedging interest rate and FX volatility. Hard-won financial returns need to be safe-guarded and visibility needs to be assured for the future. Falling foul of central bank regulations happens all too often. Though African opportunities are attractive and tempting the unfamiliar environment and volatility can put people off.
The Solution
The Opportunity
The Solution
Just as you will carefully choose an experienced and knowledgable local guide to take you on safari so you should choose the right guide to help you navigate African fiancial markets.
Understanding the risks in specific areas is the key to developing effective risk strategies. There are neat and cost-effective solutions to many of the und
Just as you will carefully choose an experienced and knowledgable local guide to take you on safari so you should choose the right guide to help you navigate African fiancial markets.
Understanding the risks in specific areas is the key to developing effective risk strategies. There are neat and cost-effective solutions to many of the under-lying liquidity, volatility and re-patriation issues. African FX Partners is a consultancy and brokerge dedicated to understanding the issues and presenting and explaining a range of practical, viable and cost-effective strategies for solving them. AFXP has established key partnerships with experienced and reptuable service providers who can help manage your liquidity and risk and safe-guard your returns.
Our Team
Chris Vogelgesang
After graduating in Germany and the US, Chris spent 13 year at Merrill Lynch in various trading and management roles for Interest Rates, FX and Equity Derivatives. He later joined UBS as their co-head of G10 FX Trading before taking on co-responsibility for the Global UBS FX Business. Since leaving UBS after 6 years, Chris has worked as a consultant on a wide range of projects including Private Equity, Global Markets and Fintech.
Chris has a deep understanding of global markets as well the challenges clients face dealing with their FX and interest rate risks.
Duncan Keil
After graduating from university and then Sandhurst, Duncan served with the British Army for 4 years, attaining the rank of Captain. He then worked in the City as a derivatives broker before moving to Switzerland where he spent 20 years in financial risk management and then investment fund management. Duncan has since worked extensively in Africa and lived in South Africa for several years he has a good understanding of the opportunities and the pitfalls of the African markets and the intricacies of financial structuring in this environment.
Lizzy Haskins
Lizzy brings 15 years of experience in Business Development and Marketing to the table. Her professional journey began at a Private Equity firm, and she later expanded her expertise into the African property sector, holding positions at Invest Africa, API Events, Terrace Africa, and AttAfrica. Throughout her tenure, she successfully managed various responsibilities encompassing Marketing, Business Development, and Operations. Elizabeth holds honours degrees in Psychology and Marketing from prestigious institutions such as the University of Cape Town, Unisa, IMM Graduate School, and Red & Yellow.
Lisa Coetzer
Lisa Coetzer is an accomplished professional in the realm of partnership management, with a distinguished career spanning over a decade. Throughout her journey, Lisa has been a driving force behind the success of various organizations, demonstrating a keen understanding of the intricacies involved in building and maintaining fruitful partnerships. With her proactive and strategic approach, Lisa has excelled in managing diverse portfolios of partnerships, ensuring a seamless collaboration experience for all parties involved. Known for her exceptional interpersonal skills and effective communication, Lisa is adept at bridging the gap between technical and non-technical stakeholders, fostering strong and lasting relationships.