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Africa Insight Advisors (AIA) is a boutique strategic advisory and transaction advisory firm based in Tanzania and Kenya, dedicated to delivering innovative, actionable solutions to clients across the African continent.

OUR PHILOSOPHY

Africa is on the rise. The continent’s unparalleled growth, immense pool of opportunities, and unmatched investment opportunities are driving a wave of interest from international companies seeking to enter this dynamic market and from local firms looking to scale their operations.

While the macroeconomic data is compelling, true success in Africa is built on a deep understanding of the micro-level intricacies. It requires tailoring products and services to align with local realities, navigating complex environments, and adopting a comprehensive approach to the interconnected factors influencing business outcomes.

You can’t Google your answers here.

At AIA, we bridge the gap between ambition and execution. By combining our clients’ goals with our on-the-ground expertise, we deliver insights, analysis, connections, and operational support to drive success. We are the private sector partner of choice for multinationals, startups, local corporations, and international investors who are committed to building sustainable, long-term businesses in Africa.

With a wealth of experience spanning multiple countries, industries, and projects, we approach each engagement as a unique opportunity. We invest time to understand our clients’ current positioning, capabilities, and aspirations, crafting tailored solutions to meet their needs. Our engagements often extend across various phases—from initial concept to structuring and full-scale implementation—ensuring a seamless journey toward achieving business objectives.

In short, we build thriving businesses that capitalize on Africa’s immense growth potential.

WHAT WE DO

Market Entry

From initial market assessments to establishing a successful presence, AIA helps international companies understand East Africa’s complexities, navigate challenges, and achieve operational profitability quickly and efficiently.

Management Consulting

AIA offers tailored advisory services to help local businesses modernize operations, align with international best practices, and achieve sustainable growth. Whether the goal is to develop diversification strategies, implement expansion plans, or execute organizational turnarounds, we work closely with our clients to enhance efficiency and grow their bottom line.

Transaction Advisory

We connect East African businesses with international private equity firms, impact investors, and other financiers, providing the capital and strategic guidance needed to drive growth and expansion.

THE TEAM

Alexander Storm Howe

Managing Director

Mweso Sichale

Principal Transaction Advisory

Upendo Kaaya

Business Success Lead

Queenlatifa Kika

Senior Analyst

Mussa Mwinga

Analyst

OUR CLIENTS

INSIGHTS & NEWS

CAREERS

Africa Insight Advisors is always on the hunt for talented, driven professionals. If you think you can bring something unique to the business then please get in touch. Applicants will generally have a strong track record in finance and consultancy and fluency in English, Swahili and perhaps more!
 
If you would like to introduce yourself, please send your CV and a short cover letter to info@africainsightadvisors.com.
Africa Insight Advisors

VACANCY

Job Title: Transaction Advisory Manager

Job Description:
We seek a highly skilled and experienced Transaction Advisory Manager to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong finance, accounting, and transaction advisory services background, proven leadership abilities, and excellent communication skills. As a Transaction Advisory Manager, you will lead and manage client engagements, execute the technical side of the deal process, provide strategic guidance, conduct due diligence, and oversee transaction processes from inception to completion. The position can be based in Kenya or Tanzania.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. You will be responsible for end-to-end management of the transaction process.
  2. Managing, mentoring, and developing junior team members, providing guidance, feedback, and support to facilitate their professional growth and development while ensuring they are supporting transaction execution.
  3. Build and maintain strong relationships with funds and capital allocators, keeping them abreast of AIA’s transactions, understanding how their mandate may change over time, what they are working on, and constantly illustrate how our services can add value to them and their portfolio companies.

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