Beyond Compliance: Why Robust Governance is the Bedrock of Successful African Businesses
At ESG in Action Africa, we believe governance is not just a regulatory requirement. It is the heartbeat of resilient, profitable, and sustainable businesses on the continent. While many discussions about growth in Africa spotlight finance, technology, or market expansion, history shows that it is governance that determines whether businesses endure and thrive. In this article, we will explore why governance matters beyond compliance, why it is particularly vital in the African context, and how strong governance frameworks are closely tied to long-term Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) outcomes. Governance Beyond Rules and Regulations Compliance is the minimum. In Nigeria, for instance, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) S1 and S2, which we discussed earlier this year, provide important guardrails. But the real power...