Today, Zambia and Dzekedzeke and Company join the rest of the African continent in commemorating Africa Freedom Day, also internationally recognised as Africa Day.
The day marks the historic establishment of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU) in 1963, now succeeded by the African Union, and stands as an important reflection on:
- African independence;
- self-determination;
- regional cooperation;
- institutional development;
- and the continuing growth of African commerce and governance.
As African economies continue becoming increasingly interconnected, legal systems and institutions play an increasingly important role in facilitating:
- cross-border investment;
- trade;
- dispute resolution;
- infrastructure development;
- intellectual property protection;
- and regional commercial integration.
At Dzekedzeke and Company, we recognise the growing importance of African legal cooperation and institutional professionalism in supporting the continued development of the continent.
Our professional relationships and correspondent cooperation with firms across:
- Zambia;
- South Africa;
- Eswatini;
- Malawi;
- Zimbabwe;
- Botswana;
- and Kenya
continue strengthening our appreciation of the importance of regional collaboration within Africa’s evolving legal and commercial landscape.
Africa’s future will increasingly depend not only upon economic growth, but also upon strong institutions, effective governance, legal certainty and meaningful continental cooperation.
Happy Africa Freedom Day.
Dzekedzeke and Company
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