Case Study: MTN Group’s Geopolitical Risk Management in Africa
MTN Group, a leading telecommunications company operating across Africa and the Middle East, faces a complex and dynamic geopolitical landscape that presents both challenges and opportunities for its business operations (MTN Group, 2023). As one of the largest mobile network operators in Africa, MTN must navigate a diverse range of political, economic, and social risks across its markets.
Case Study: Transnet Cyber Attack – A Wake-Up Call for South Africa’s Critical Infrastructure
In July 2021, Transnet, South Africa's state-owned rail, port, and pipeline company, fell victim to a devastating ransomware attack that sent shockwaves through the nation's economy and exposed critical vulnerabilities in its cybersecurity infrastructure (Timcke and Rens, 2024).
Case Study: Integrated Risk Management at African Energy Corporation
African Energy Corporation (AEC), a leading energy company based in South Africa, faced significant challenges in managing risks across its diverse operations. The company's siloed approach to risk management led to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and potential threats to its strategic objectives.
Case Study: Telecom Namibia’s Ransomware Attack – A Wake-Up Call for African Cybersecurity
In December 2024, Telecom Namibia, a state-owned telecommunications firm, fell victim to a sophisticated ransomware attack orchestrated by a group known as Hunters International (The Brief, 2024). This incident highlighted the growing cybersecurity challenges faced by African nations as they rapidly digitise their economies.
Case Study: Risk Implementation Challenges MTN Group in Africa
MTN Group, a multinational telecommunications company operating across Africa, recognized the critical importance of enterprise risk management (ERM) in achieving its strategic objectives. As a major player in the telecommunications industry, MTN faced numerous challenges, including regulatory pressures, political instability, and rapidly evolving technology (MTN Group, 2017).
Case Study: Addressing the Skills Shortage in Risk Management at Imperial Logistics
Imperial Logistics, a leading logistics and supply chain company operating across Africa, has been grappling with a significant challenge in recent years: a shortage of qualified risk management professionals. This skills gap has become increasingly critical as the company faces a complex and evolving risk landscape in its operations across the continent (Imperial Logistics, 2020).
Case Study: Navigating Risk in African Insurance Markets
AfriSure Reinsurance, a leading South African reinsurance company, has been facing significant challenges in recent years due to the evolving risk landscape across the African continent. The company's CEO, Sarah Nkosi, has identified several key risks that are impacting their operations and profitability.
Case Study: Navigating Regulatory Challenges in Africa’s Fintech Sector
AfriPay Solutions, a rapidly growing fintech startup, aimed to revolutionise digital payments across Africa. Founded in 2020, the company quickly expanded its operations to five countries: Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, South Africa, and Egypt. However, as AfriPay grew, it encountered significant regulatory hurdles that threatened its expansion plans and operational efficiency.
Case Study: Overcoming Resistance to ERM Implementation at AfriChem Ltd
AfriChem Ltd, a mid-sized petrochemical company in South Africa, faced significant challenges when implementing Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) across its supply chain operations. Despite recognising the potential benefits of ERM in enhancing competitiveness and managing risks, the company encountered substantial resistance from various levels of the organisation.
Case Study: Transnet Cyber Attack – A Wake-Up Call for African Cybersecurity
In July 2021, Transnet, South Africa's state-owned logistics enterprise, fell victim to a devastating ransomware attack that sent shockwaves through the country's economy and exposed critical vulnerabilities in its cybersecurity infrastructure (Timcke and Rens, 2024).