All Africa articles
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FeaturesSpotlight on: the risks of energy vulnerability and how to manage them
New energy vulnerability index can help risk managers to identify potential risks, challenges and opportunities before expanding into new markets
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AnalysisQuick briefing: how to manage the ‘risk multiplier’ effect
As risks become more interconnected, businesses must consider them holistically instead of in isolation. Here’s how to address the risk multiplier effect
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AnalysisBattling the big three: Brokerslink Marrakech event launch
Chief executive José Manuel Fonseca touted Brokerslink as a “different animal” to the big three insurance brokers, since its relaunch as a company working with local partners worldwide
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Analysis2016 MEA Risk & Insurance Excellence Awards finalists published
Excellence to be rewarded in Dubai on October 9
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AnalysisAon appoints new UK chief executive as Jim Herbert takes on EMEA role
Appointments of Andrew Tunnicliffe and Herbert support Aon Risk Solution’s strategy to develop growth across the UK and EMEA
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AnalysisACE’s new head of North Africa will spearhead insurer development in the region
Ghassan Wazen will lead ACE’s North African division – the insurer’s newest geographical business region
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AnalysisMEA Risk & Insurance Excellence Awards 2015 shortlist published
Excellence to be awarded in Dubai on September 27
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AnalysisACE strengthens position in region with new appointments
New underwriting management role and regional general counsel position for Eurasia and Africa
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AnalysisStrategicRISK launches Middle East and Africa risk news alert
Welcome to the first StrategicRISK email newsletter aimed specifically at risk professionals in the Middle East and Africa region
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AnalysisSharp fall in oil prices exacerbates political risk in oil-producing nations
Exchange transfer and sovereign non-payment risks rise in oil-priducing nations affected by global oil price fall
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AnalysisQ&A: Ebola and the health implications for the EU
With the number of cases now having reached more than 8,000, the EU has issued a Q&A on the deadly virus
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FeaturesCrimes against commerce on the rise in MENA
Organised crime against businesses is becoming more prevalent in the MENA region and companies should invest more time and money into preventive measuresPart of a multinational risks series supported by
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AnalysisSpread of IS in the Middle East spells heightened risks for businesses
Conflict in the Middle East may not be a surprise, but the latest wave of militancy has the potential to seriously affect corporate interests
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AnalysisPlugging the gaps in the supply chain
International lenders are now increasingly offering supply chain finance
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AnalysisMENA: the risks and opportunities of operating across dangerous borders
The terrorist attack on the Algerian In Amenas gas plant served as a reminder to multinationals investing in North Africa that the region is still not safe Part of a multinational risks series supported by
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AnalysisTerror attack – a lesson to all multinationals operating in unstable MENA
An attack on the Tigantourine gas plant in Algeria led many companies, including oil and energy firm Statoil, to review their risk management procedures Part of a multinational risks series supported by
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OpinionLegal focus: construction risks in MENA
The MENA region has become a land of opportunity for construction projects, but those undertaking business there should be aware of certain legal specificities
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AnalysisEbola outbreak: businesses advised to activate continuity plans
As more cases of suspected imported Ebola are detected, businesses are asked to assess pandemic plans
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AnalysisGlobal terrorism fatalities increased by 30%
The past 12 months have seen a rise in terrorism fatalities despite the number of attacks decreasing
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AnalysisPolitical risk cover: a major deal breaker for power projects in Sub-Saharan Africa
Political risk insurance is the “make or break” for power projects in the region, according to Aon Risk Solutions
