Insights & Publications

Analysis, perspectives and recommendations on governance and compliance in West Africa.

Governance of financial institutions in the WAEMU area: 2026 challenges and prospects

The entry into force of the new BCEAO prudential framework is compelling banks and financial institutions in the WAEMU area to fundamentally rethink their governance architecture. What are the challenges, timelines and best practices to successfully navigate this transition?

March 15, 20268 min read

Risk & Compliance

Internal audit in the mining sector in Burkina Faso: best practices and challenges

The Burkinabe mining sector accounts for over 70% of the country's export revenues. In this context, strengthening internal audit frameworks is a strategic imperative for both mining companies and the state. Analysis of international best practices and necessary adaptations to the local context.

February 28, 20267 min read

ESG & Sustainability

ESG compliance: how African companies are transforming constraint into strategic opportunity

ESG requirements imposed by international lenders, institutional investors and financial markets are often perceived as costly constraints by African companies. A strategic reading reveals, on the contrary, that they constitute a powerful lever for differentiation and access to capital.

February 10, 20269 min read

Reforms & Public Policy

Revised SYSCOHADA reform: impacts and opportunities for West African SMEs

The entry into force of the revised SYSCOHADA marks a significant convergence with IFRS standards. For West African SMEs, this reform represents both an adaptation challenge and an opportunity to strengthen their financial credibility with investors.

January 25, 20266 min read

Governance & Performance

Internal control in African public administrations: current state and path to excellence

Despite reforms undertaken within the PEFA and public financial management reform frameworks, internal control in African public administrations often remains insufficient. Analysis of structural weaknesses and improvement levers.

January 12, 20267 min read

Risk & Compliance

Key fiduciary indicators in internationally financed projects: what PMUs must master

Project management units (PMUs) financed by international donors are subject to precise fiduciary obligations. Mastery of key fiduciary performance indicators is crucial for maintaining financing and project success.

December 18, 20255 min read

Sector Perspectives

Digital transformation of WAEMU banks: information systems governance at the heart of resilience

The digitalization of banking services in the WAEMU area is accelerating under pressure from fintechs and customer expectations. Behind attractive digital interfaces, the robustness of information systems governance determines operational resilience and cyber risk control.

December 5, 20258 min read

Governance & Performance

Governance of African family businesses: preparing transmission to perpetuate heritage

Family groups form the backbone of the African entrepreneurial fabric. Yet fewer than 30% of African family businesses survive beyond the second generation. Formalized governance is the key to successful transmission.

November 20, 20256 min read

Risk & Compliance

Anti-corruption policies in the OHADA zone: which frameworks for real effectiveness?

The fight against corruption is at the heart of international organizations' priorities operating in Africa. Beyond declarations of intent, what concrete frameworks can companies and organizations in the OHADA zone implement to effectively prevent and detect corrupt practices?

November 5, 20258 min read

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