Uganda’s regulatory environment has long been a focal point for investors and development partners, particularly during periods of political transition. As the country approaches elections, questions are emerging around how licensing, compliance…
BY Africa Risk Control (ARC) – Following the death of President Idriss Déby Itno in 2021, Chad entered an unconventional transition marked by military-led succession rather than civilian constitutional processes. The May…
By Africa Risk Control (ARC) – For many external observers, Mozambique’s risk profile begins and ends with Cabo Delgado. The northern insurgency has dominated headlines for years, shaping perceptions of the country…
By Eduardo Elias – Mozambique is often described as politically stable—and by regional standards, this is largely true. The ruling FRELIMO party maintains firm control of the political system, elections have not…
Ethiopia’s 2026 operating environment cannot be understood without examining the influence of external shocks and evolving border dynamics. While internal political and security trends are important, Africa Risk Control’s (ARC) field-level assessments…
By Adam Baingana – As Uganda approaches a critical election period next month, attention is increasingly turning to how the political environment may evolve beyond the vote itself. Election cycles in Uganda…
Chad rarely features at the center of global investment conversations, yet for a growing number of investors, contractors, and development partners, it has quietly become one of the most consequential operating environments…
Mobility and corridor stability have become central to Ethiopia’s risk environment as the country approaches 2026. While national indicators often highlight overall improvements or challenges, Africa Risk Control’s (ARC) field intelligence repot…
By Claver Gatete – Africa entered 2025 with a historic opportunity. For the first time, the African Union has placed reparations at the center of its continental agenda, framing it as part…
Ethiopia’s 2026 operating environment is shaped by multiple layers of risk that intersect in ways many investors underestimate. While national-level indicators provide a starting point, Africa Risk Control’s (ARC) field intelligence shows…
Ethiopia’s risk landscape in 2026 continues to be shaped by a combination of internal political dynamics, localized conflict patterns, and regional instability—including spillover pressures from neighboring Sudan. Africa Risk Control’s (ARC) field…
As Ethiopia moves through a period of political recalibration, FX strain, and localized instability, investors face a more complex environment than in previous years. Yet many organizations continue to use outdated due-diligence…
As Ethiopia approaches 2026, localized conflict dynamics remain one of the most important variables shaping operational and investment decisions. While national-level progress continues in several areas, Africa Risk Control’s (ARC) field-verified intelligence…
Africa Risk Control (ARC) is drawing attention to several underestimated operational risks that may impact companies operating in Ethiopia during 2026.