Africa is home to seven out of the ten fastest growing markets in the world. The International Monetary Fund has estimated economic growth in sub-Saharan Africa will be 5.6 percent in 2013 and 6.1 percent in 2014. According to the World Bank, foreign direct investment (FDI) is forecast to reach record levels in the coming years, with more than EUR41.5 billion (GBP35.3 billion) a year by 2015. Despite it being a continent of great opportunities, investors need to overcome various practical and legal challenges to be successful in Africa. Attend ACC’s event, “Investing in Africa: Current Trends”, on October 10 in Paris (France) to learn from in-house counsel with extensive regional experience how to manage the business risks effectively.