With expertise across 20+ emerging markets, Botho’s geopolitical and operational insights shape effective development. For over two decades, we have helped governments and industries advance political and regulatory conditions to enhance commercial success.
We help our clients interpret and shape policies, identify new investment opportunities, and develop strategic partnerships and public affairs strategies to advance business goals.
Recent publications
Africa's projected 25% increase in LNG production by 2026 presents promising economic opportunities, yet demands a balanced approach between export ambitions and regional energy security. While export infrastructure drives economic growth, it must integrate domestic and regional needs to ensure sustainable development.
African nations face a paradox: while they strive to add value through local processing, their reliance on foreign technology and expertise continues to undermine their bid for self-sufficiency.
Africa's fragmented payment systems present significant barriers to cross-border trade, causing delays and inflated costs. How can we transform these challenges into opportunities to unlock the continent's economic potential?
The concept of leapfrogging, which promotes bypassing traditional economic development stages through technology, often neglects the importance of job creation and industrial growth. This piece critiques the myth of leapfrogging as a shortcut to prosperity, emphasizing the need for diversified economic bases, employment elasticity, and sustainable development strategies that prioritize inclusive growth over digital illusions. India's jobless growth and Nigeria's low-quality employment issues exemplify the risks of relying solely on technology without addressing structural economic foundations. For true progress, investment in infrastructure, education, and productive capacity is crucial, not just technological innovation.
The Gulf is known for its generous philanthropic traditions, yet corporate social responsibility (CSR) in the region often falls short of its potential due to a lack of strategic frameworks. While regulatory compliance drives CSR initiatives, many are reactive and narrow in scope, limiting their long-term impact. This article explores how businesses can move beyond ad-hoc efforts and government-backed initiatives to adopt a strategic approach to CSR. By aligning CSR with business objectives, as seen in Careem’s model, companies can create both social and commercial value. Discover the barriers and opportunities for CSR in the Middle East and how firms can harness it as a tool for growth and innovation.
Africa's growing digital divide with the West is rooted in imbalanced data infrastructure and outdated communication systems. With 50% of data centers in the US and less than 2% in Africa, Western tech giants exploit African user data. To bridge the gap, Africa needs robust data protection and investment in local digital infrastructure.