Africa

Angola

Angola is situated on the west coast of southern Africa. The main language spoken is Portuguese, making it the second largest Portuguese-speaking country in the world. The country is rich in oil reserves, mainly situated in the Cabinda region – it overtook Nigeria as sub-Saharan Africa’s largest producer and exporter of petroleum in the early 2000s. Angola is also rich in minerals, and diamonds are the country’s second biggest exports. Key trade partners include the USA, China and South Africa. Historically, Angola’s stability has been marred by the after-effects of a 27 year civil war that followed their independence from Portugal in 1975.

Benin

Situated on the Gulf of Guinea between Togo and Nigeria, Benin is home to the largest intact eco-system in West Africa. The country has a thriving political system and is considered one of Africa’s most stable democracies. Benin also has one of the regions’ most diverse media landscapes with a mix of private and state-owned media channels. Over the past few years, Benin has experienced economic growth and is one of Africa’s largest cotton producers.

Botswana

Bordered by South Africa, Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, Botswana has a population of just over 2 million. The Kalahari desert covers 80% of Botswana’s landmass and creates an arid climate. Botswana benefits from a strong economy due to its abundant diamond reserves. The country is now the world’s largest producer of diamonds and has maintained one of the world’s highest economic growth rates since 1966. Botswana’s government is one of the most politically stable in Africa and the continent’s longest continuous multi-party democracy. The population also enjoys a high standard of living.

Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso is a landlocked country in West Africa, with the city of Ouagadougou serving as its capital. While Burkina Faso faces ongoing economic challenges, many of its export industries are thriving, including gold, cotton, and animal products such as ambergris and civet. French, Mossi, Bissa, and Fula are among the spoken languages of Burkina Faso.

Cameroon

Served by the capital city of Yaoundé, Cameroon boasts a rich geographical and cultural diversity. Formed in 1961 through the union of a British and a French colony, the official languages are now English and French. Cameroon has some of the highest literacy rates in Africa, and continues to have one of the largest commodity economies in sub-Saharan Africa thanks to its oil reserves and agricultural sector.

Chad

Chad is a landlocked country in North Central Africa. The official languages spoken are Arabic and French, as a result of French colonisation in the 19th century. However, it is home to more than 200 ethnic groups and languages and has a rich, diverse cultural history. The area now known as Chad has been settled for 2000 years; artefacts show it was a centre of transit thanks to the trans-Saharan trade route running through the region. Chad achieved independence in 1960 and has spent the intervening years suffering political instability and substantial poverty, exacerbated by the Darfur crisis in neighbouring Sudan.

Democratic Republic of Congo

Located in Central Africa, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is the second-largest country in Africa. The DRC is named after the Congo river, which flows throughout the country. The people of the DRC represent over 200 ethnic groups, with nearly 250 languages and dialects spoken throughout the country. The DRC is also extremely rich in minerals and resources, with an abundance of gold, tantalum, tungsten, and tin. Whatever the scale and scope of your requirement, Mauve’s extensive range of solutions eliminate all the taxing local groundwork and support you in efficiently realising your international business goals.

Egypt

Egypt is one of the world’s most ancient civilisations and home of the Pyramids. The economy today is heavily based around agriculture and tourism, due to its year-round warm climate. Egypt has the third largest economy in Africa and is the home of the Suez Canal, the hub for world maritime traffic. Mauve has its own local entity in Egypt and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.

Ethiopia

Ethiopia is the oldest independent country in Africa. Businesses are attracted by low crime rates and political stability, plus one of the largest consumer marketplaces in Africa. Due to its large population, there is an abundant human resource base available to support the expansion of labour intensive manufacturing. Mauve uses the services of an expert local partner in Ethiopia and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.

Ghana

Ghana is a country situated in West Africa. Formerly known as the Gold Coast, the country is home to a variety of ethnic, linguistic, and religious groups. It is also geographically and ecologically diverse, with coastal savannahs and tropical rainforests across the country. Ghana has an emerging market economy. Its economic plan target is known as the Ghana Vision 2020, and envisions Ghana as the first country in Africa to become a developed nation by 2029, and a newly industrialised country by 2039. Whatever the scale and scope of your requirement, Mauve’s extensive range of solutions eliminate all the taxing local groundwork and support you in efficiently realising your international business goals.

Ivory Coast

The Ivory Coast (Côte d’Ivoire) is a West African nation known for relatively high levels of income per capita and a well-developed economy and infrastructure compared with other countries in the region. Its economy depends largely on agricultural exports, including cocoa, coffee, pineapples, and rubber. The official language is French, though several indigenous languages are also commonly spoken.

Kenya

Kenya has diverse climates and landscapes. Its vast wildlife reserves and national parks are home to some of the world’s rarest species. The capital, Nairobi, is a regional hub for financial and communication services; businesses are also attracted by the local technologically-literate, English-speaking workforce. Mauve has its own local entity in Kenya and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.

Liberia

Founded by freed African and Caribbean slaves, Liberia endured a civil war in the 1990s which profoundly damaged its infrastructure. Hope was brought to the country with the election of President George Weah, a former international footballer who is the only president and African player in the world to have won football’s Ballon D’Or. Mauve utilises the services of a partner in Liberia and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.

Madagascar

Madagascar is an island country located off the south-eastern coast of Africa. It is the fourth largest island in the world. The island has only been inhabited by human beings for a relatively short period, around 1,300 years. The exact history of the island nation is unknown, but the language and culture of local communities imply Indonesian origins. Madagascar’s economy has been growing since 2011, boosted by the nation’s growing economic industries of tourism, textiles, agriculture, and mining.

Malawi

One of the world’s least-developed countries, Malawi has a largely agricultural economy. 90% of Malawi’s population lives rurally, with the remainder occupying the cities of Lilongwe (capital), Blantyre, Mzuzu and Zomba. Tobacco is the country’s largest export crop. Significant development of education, healthcare and general infrastructure is a priority for the democratically-elected government. Mauve uses the services of an expert local partner in Malawi and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.

Mali

The landlocked West African country of Mali is one of the largest on the African continent. Mali is also home to one of the region’s youngest populations, with 67% of its total population of around 19 million estimated to be under the age of 25. The country is known for its salt mines and rich cultural history – Mali’s northern city of Timbuktu was an important centre of Islamic culture for centuries. Bamako, Mali’s capital city, lies on the banks of the Niger River and is admired for its local markets and music.

Mauritius

Mauritius, an Indian Ocean archipelago, is a stable, prosperous country with a diverse economy. Since expanding from sugar exports into sectors in outsourcing, financial services, and tourism, Mauritius now has one of Africa's highest per capita incomes. Its capital is Port Louis. English, French, and Mauritian Creole are the official languages.

Morocco

Located in Northwest Africa, Morocco is the most westerly of the North African countries. It is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean in the west, the Western Sahara in the south, and the Mediterranean Sea in the north. Moroccan culture is made up of Arab, Berber, European, and other African influences. The country is also home to the Atlas Mountains, which are located along the Algerian border and average 11,000 ft in elevation. Morocco has the fifth largest economy by GDP in Africa, and has become a major player in African economic affairs.

Mozambique

Although Mozambique possesses abundant natural resources, extended civil war has caused it to become one of the least-developed countries in the world. It is heavily reliant on aid. The economy’s exports centre on agriculture, aluminium, titanium and clothing manufacture. Mauve uses the services of an expert local partner in Mozambique and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.

Namibia

Namibia is a sparsely-populated country on the south-west coast of the continent. It is the driest country in sub-Saharan Africa and relies mainly on groundwater. Much of Namibia’s GDP is supported by tourism, particularly those interested in the country’s abundant and varied wildlife. Diamonds and mining are other big contributors to the local economy. Mauve uses the services of an expert local partner in Namibia and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.

Nigeria

Nigeria is a country of natural beauty and wildlife reserves. Located on the Gulf of Guinea, Nigeria is home to protected areas such as Cross River National Park and Yankari National Park. Nigeria is a key regional player in West Africa and accounts for about half of the region’s population. The country is Africa’s biggest oil exporter and has the largest natural gas reserves on the continent. Nigeria is a multi-ethnic and culturally diverse federation made up of 36 states. Whatever the scale and scope of your requirement, Mauve’s extensive range of solutions eliminate all the taxing local groundwork and support you in efficiently realising your international business goals.

Rwanda

Rwanda is one of the smallest countries on the African mainland. Situated in east-central Africa, Rwanda is a landlocked nation in the Great Rift Valley, resulting in a terrain covered by the African Great Lakes region. Rwanda’s population is young and predominately rural. Locals are descended from the Banyarwanda cultural and linguistic group. Rwanda is a developing economy, though the economy has strengthened in recent years, driven by strong exports of coffee and tea and a fast-growing tourism sector. The World Bank has praised Rwanda’s “remarkable development successes”, which have helped reduce poverty and inequality. Whatever the scale and scope of your requirement, Mauve’s extensive range of solutions eliminate all the taxing local groundwork and support you in efficiently realising your international business goals.

Senegal

Senegal has long been considered one of Africa’s model democracies, with a tradition of stable governments and civilian rule. It is renowned across Africa for its musical heritage and wide variety of ethnicities. Wrestling is the traditional and national sport of Senegal. Mauve utilises the services of a partner in Senegal and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.

Sierra Leone

Sierra Leone, located in West Africa, has seen economic growth in recent years. Much of this is due to the country’s rich diamond and mineral reserves, though these have also led to conflict in the country. Freetown, the capital, was established as a settlement for repatriated former slaves. English is the official language, but Krio is widely spoken.

South Africa

South Africa is a multi-ethnic society reflected by 11 officially-recognised languages, the highest number of national languages in the world. The country’s most famous son is the late revolutionary, civil rights activist and former RSA president Nelson Mandela. It is an incredibly biodiverse home to rare wildlife, vast reserves like Kruger National Park, temperate coastlines and unusual elevations like Table Mountain. Mauve has its own local entity in South Africa and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.

South Sudan

Before an agreement signed in 2011, South Sudan was a part of its northern neighbour Sudan. The landlocked nation in East-Central Africa is a diverse one. It has a population of just over 11 million but is home to 60 different ethnic groups and 200 languages. South Sudan is rich in oil and has the third-largest oil reserves in sub-Saharan Africa. Much of the country’s economy is based in the oil and lumber industries.

Tanzania

Tanzania is home to Africa’s highest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro, and the world-renowned Serengeti national wildlife park. Extensive gas reserves have been discovered over the past 5 years; at present, the economy is largely based on agriculture and the mining of gold, minerals and gemstones. It is a fairly politically-stable country in comparison with some of its African neighbours. Mauve has its own local entity in Tanzania and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.

Tunisia

Situated in North Africa at the heart of the Mediterranean, Tunisia and its capital, Tunis, have played a significant role in the region due to their strategic location. Prudent economic planning has led to sustained growth in recent years, with most exports revolving around oil, phosphates, car parts manufacturing, and agriculture. Arabic is the official language of Tunisia.

Uganda

The Virunga Mountains straddle Uganda and its neighbour Rwanda, and are home to the last 700 remaining mountain gorillas on the planet. Uganda is therefore a popular location for tourists who make the trek to see these endangered and isolated animals. To the south lies Lake Victoria, the largest tropical lake in the world. Uganda has abundant natural resources and the key industries are sugar, tobacco, brewing and cotton. Mauve uses the services of an expert local partner in Uganda and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.

Zambia

Zambia is a country of rugged, landlocked terrain in Southern Africa. On its border with neighbouring Zimbabwe, Zambia shares the famous Victoria Falls. The country has a reputation for political stability and has managed to avoid the wars and political upheaval that have defined much of the continent’s post-colonial period. The country has also experienced rapid economic growth in recent years, as Zambia is the second-largest copper producer after the Democratic Republic of Congo. With one of the world’s fastest-growing populations, the UN projects that Zambia’s population will triple by 2050. Whatever the scale and scope of your requirement, Mauve’s extensive range of solutions eliminate all the taxing local groundwork and support you in efficiently realising your international business goals.

Zimbabwe

Known for its stunning landscape and thriving wildlife, Zimbabwe is a landlocked country in Southern Africa. The country is home to five UNESCO World heritage sites. The Victoria Falls, an impressive waterfall shared by Zimbabwe and Zambia, is one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Agriculture makes up about 15% of the country’s GDP and more than one-half of the total labour force is engaged in agricultural activities. Zimbabwe has a diverse population and is home to a large number of tribes. As a result, the country has 16 official languages.