Register a business in any African market with fixed pricing and no hidden fees
For founders, multinationals and advisory firms that need fast, reliable incorporation, compliance and banking setup across 54 African markets.
Why Sidebrief is the fastest way to register in Africa
Local advisors are slow, expensive and unpredictable. Sidebrief replaces fragmented counsel with one platform, fixed pricing and a dedicated specialist.
Register in days, not months
Fixed pricing with all government fees included
One platform, one specialist, 54 markets
Investor-ready documentation
Trusted across the continent
7,000+ founders and recognized startups rely on Sidebrief for incorporation and ongoing compliance.
7,000+ founders served
Companies like Wakanow, SeamlessHR, Seamfix, Zabira, Pesapeer and CredPal use Sidebrief to incorporate and stay compliant.
66% faster, 50% cheaper
Our platform and local agent network cut incorporation timelines by two thirds and total cost by half compared to traditional local advisors.
Full-service beyond registration
We also handle annual tax returns, licenses and permits, nominee services, corporate banking in African and US jurisdictions, and automated compliance reminders.
How it works
Get your business registered in three simple steps.
Choose your market and get a quote
Tell us which country you need and confirm fixed pricing and timelines in minutes. We cover 54 markets including Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, South Africa, Rwanda, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Senegal, Ivory Coast, Egypt and Morocco.We file and track everything
Our team prepares documents, submits filings to local regulators, and updates you at every step through the platform.Receive your certificate and start operating
Get your registration certificate, tax ID and digital filing receipts. Open a corporate bank account and begin hiring, invoicing and growing.
Common questions
Quick answers about registering in Africa.
Which countries do you cover?
We cover 54 African markets including Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, South Africa, Rwanda, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Senegal, Ivory Coast, Egypt, Morocco and more. You can launch subsidiaries in multiple markets simultaneously.
What is included in the fixed price?
Company name checks, document preparation, government filing, registration certificate, tax ID registration and all associated government fees. Licenses, banking and ongoing compliance are available as add-ons.
Do you help with ongoing compliance?
Yes. Our compliance engine sends automated reminders for annual returns, tax filings and regulatory deadlines. We also handle annual tax returns and statutory filings through local professionals.