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Africa.
Navigated.
From delivering insights to delivering results.
Afrika Vantage is evolving and now provides Africa-focused consulting and advisory solutions, supporting international companies with market entry, investment execution, and strategic leadership across the continent.
Welcome to Afrika Vantage. I'm John Causey, founder and Managing Director. This site is your gateway to exploring our Africa-focused consulting and advisory services. You can also subscribe for free to our widely read newsletter for actionable insights into African markets. I invite you to contact me directly to schedule a complimentary discovery meeting.
Services
Afrika Vantage offers a suite of Africa-focused consulting and advisory services, leveraging a network of experienced experts and trusted local partners. We blend deep market insight with entrepreneurial execution to help clients enter, invest in, and scale across African markets.
Our engagements usually start with a targeted 3- to 6-month discovery phase, featuring regular check-ins and a final recommendation report designed to set the stage for long-term success.
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Market Entry
Enter and trade outside of Africa with confidence. Our market entry services support international companies entering Africa and African businesses looking to access global markets. We offer opportunity assessment, regulatory guidance, local partner development, and tailored go-to-market strategies across key African economies.
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Fundraising and Transaction Support
Afrika Vantage supports deal scouting, structuring, and transaction execution across Africa. Primarily serving buy-side clients, we help investors, corporates, and startups navigate cross-border M&A and investment transactions. On the sell-side, we assist companies in preparing for capital raises and engaging effectively with interested investors.
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Outsourced Africa CEO
Senior-level executive support for companies exploring or entering African markets. Our Outsourced Africa CEO service offers strategic leadership, market exploration, and board-level reporting, without the commitment a full-time hire. This solution is ideal for global firms seeking seasoned Africa-focused leadership while maintaining flexibility and controlling overhead.
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Board & Director Services
Experienced board and advisory support for Africa-focused businesses and investors. Services include independent directorships, board governance, strategic oversight, and stakeholder engagement across complex African markets.
Newsletter
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Join over 13,000 executives and investors who rely on Afrika Vantage's newsletter for actionable insights on doing business and investing across Africa. No fluff, no spin, just clear, practical analysis from experts who understand the continent.
Get timely updates on strategic developments like the Lobito Corridor in our “Thoughts on the Corridor” section, plus regular insights on broader African market trends through our regular “Afrika Vantage” updates.
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