As multiple crises demand the world’s attention and geopolitical divides deepen, Africa finds its economic recovery under threat.  The war in Ukraine, a global surge in inflation, security fragility and climate shocks have added significant pressure, exacerbated uncertainty and forced geopolitical changes that will redefine Africa’s role on the global stage.  

Although a polarised world poses serious risks for Africa, the continent has always proved its resilience in the face of challenges and is still a place of opportunity. For African countries and investors, the time is now. 

Control Risks and Oxford Economics Africa will launch the eighth edition of the Africa Risk-Reward Index on the 19th of September. The index illustrates the evolution of the investment landscape in major African markets and provides a grounded, longer-term outlook of key trends shaping investment in these economies. 

Join experts from Control Risks and Oxford Economics Africa where they will discuss the report's key themes, risks and opportunities for investors and examine what these mean for Africa in the year ahead. In this session, you will get access to insights and expert advice on:    

  The profits and pitfalls of polarisation: How African countries are resisting pressure to align, even as the fault lines between global geopolitical powers deepen. 
African-led security interventions: Global attention is split and conflicts and security crises on the continent are not gaining sustained attention from external actors. This is having serious impacts on the continent. 
Financing for the future: How African financial services institutions are stepping in to plug the funding gap and helping to bridge access and inclusion divides.