Pan-African Business Registration & Compliance

Launch and stay compliant across 54 African markets

For founders, startups, and multinationals expanding into Africa. Fixed pricing, dedicated specialists, and incorporation up to 66% faster than local advisors.

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Everything you need to operate legally in Africa

Company Registration

Full incorporation in any supported African market, including name checks, document preparation, government filing, registration certificate, and tax ID registration. Fixed pricing with all government fees included.

Compliance Engine

Automated reminders and tracking for annual returns, tax filings, and regulatory deadlines to maintain good standing.

Tax Filing

Annual tax returns and statutory filings handled by local professionals who understand each jurisdiction.

Business Banking

Opening corporate bank accounts in African and US jurisdictions as part of the registration workflow.

Multi-Country Expansion

Launch subsidiaries in multiple new markets simultaneously through a single workflow and point of contact.

Dedicated Support

A compliance specialist assigned to each account who understands the regulatory nuances of each market.

Why companies choose Sidebrief instead of local advisors

Faster incorporation
Rwanda in 1–3 business days. Kenya and Ghana in 5–10 business days. Nigeria in 10–15 business days. Up to 66% faster than typical local timelines.
Lower total cost
50% lower total cost compared to local advisors, with fixed pricing and no hidden fees.
54 markets, one platform
Coverage across 54 African markets with local registered agents. Highlights include Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, South Africa, Rwanda, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Senegal, Ivory Coast, Egypt, Morocco and more.
Trusted by thousands
Trusted by 7,000+ founders across Africa. Serves recognized startups including Wakanow, SeamlessHR, Seamfix, Zabira, Pesapeer, and CredPal.

How it works

Choose your markets
Select where you want to incorporate or expand. Fixed pricing is shown upfront with all government fees included.
We handle the paperwork
Our local agents manage name checks, document preparation, government filing, and follow-up so you do not have to build an in-house legal team in every country.
Receive your credentials
Get your registration certificate, tax ID, and access to your secure document vault, plus a dedicated compliance specialist for ongoing guidance.

Common questions

Are there really no hidden fees?

Yes. Our fixed pricing includes all government fees, so the quote you receive upfront is the total cost.

How fast can I incorporate?

Rwanda: 1–3 business days. Kenya and Ghana: 5–10 business days. Nigeria: 10–15 business days. Other markets vary by jurisdiction.

Can you handle complex or sector-specific licensing?

Yes. We obtain business licenses, work permits, and sector-specific regulatory approvals required to operate legally.

Is my corporate data secure?

We provide a secure digital document vault for certificates of incorporation, share registers, board resolutions, and filing receipts.

What if I need local representation?

We offer nominee director and shareholder services where jurisdictions require in-country representation.

Talk to a specialist

Tell us about your expansion plans and a compliance specialist will reach out within one business day.