Bridging Swiss Precision and
African Opportunities

Swiss Shikana Investment and Advisory connects global businesses to Africa’s untapped opportunities, delivering world-class investment and legal solutions with unmatched integrity and Swiss precision.

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About us

Connecting the World to Africa, the Swiss Way

At Swiss Shikana Investment and Advisory, we specialize in building bridges between Switzerland, Africa and the World. Africa will eradicate poverty only through the private sector and through investment. Swiss Shikana Investment and Advisory is positioned to play a role in this history by facilitating USD 1 billion of investment per year for the next 25 years and creating at least 1,000,000 million jobs for the youth in Africa. With over 15 years of global expertise and a strong presence in East Africa, our mission is to empower businesses with tailored legal and investment solutions.

We combine Swiss precision and professionalism with in-depth knowledge of African markets, helping foreign investors thrive in diverse industries. From market entry strategies to managing complex transactions, we are your trusted partner in achieving success across the continent. We accompany our clients all the way thus staying true to the word “shikana” which is a Kiswahili word that means “to hold each other”

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Our Services

Comprehensive Solutions for Business Growth

Swiss Shikana offers a wide range of advisory services to meet the unique needs of businesses expanding into African markets.

Discover Tailored Solutions
01

Legal
Advisory Services:

Legal Advisory Services:

Business registration and set-up
Regulatory compliance and tax advisory
Strategic joint ventures and contract negotiation
Labor law and dispute resolution
02

Investment Advisory Services:

Market research and entry strategy development
Risk analysis and mitigation
Financial advisory and capital fundraising
Policy analysis and stakeholder engagement
03

Transaction Advisory Services:

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A)
Valuation and due diligence
Restructuring and reorganizations
Initial Public Offerings (IPOs)

Every service we offer is built on a foundation of integrity, transparency, and precision, ensuring you achieve sustainable growth.

Word from the Founder

Our Founder’s Perspective: How We Started and Where We’re Going

SwissShikana founder Amne Suedi

"Africa’s economic transformation will not come from aid, but from strategic investment in the private sector. With this vision, I founded Swiss Shikana Investment and Advisory—to bridge global capital with Africa’s immense potential. Coming from a multicultural background and having lived in various countries, I saw firsthand how sustainable investments drive real impact. What started as a boutique firm is now a trusted partner for investors worldwide, operating from Switzerland and Tanzania, with ambitions to expand into key African business hubs. With a growing team of experts, we continue to unlock investment opportunities, forge strategic partnerships, and build a future where businesses thrive across Africa.”

Amne Suedi, Founder & Managing Director

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The Path to Your Success

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Years Experience
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Happy Customers
15
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Best Experts
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Awards Achieved
Success Stories

Success Stories From our Clients

We represented one of Africa's largest gaming companies in crucial long-term sponsorship deals with major African national football and league teams. Thanks to our understanding of their business, we have successfully drafted and negotiated key commercial terms for our client.

We successfully represented a hotel company with assets in East Africa in its acquisition by an international hospitality company based in the United Kingdom. We successfully negotiated a USD 15 million share purchase agreement and asset purchase agreement. Thanks to our expert knowledge, we also successfully obtained all mandates from the Fair Competition Authority and Ministries responsible for Investment and Tourism rendering it a successful acquisition.

We represented a Ugandan shareholder in the business of pharmaceutical product origination and distribution. Our client was aggrieved by a decision by the Uganda National Medical Store to allocate a contract for distribution for malaria and HIV medication for a period of 5 years renewable. We challenged the irregularity of process in the allocation of the contract and, thanks to the dedication of our lawyers, successfully won the case on appeal.

We accompanied the largest Gaming and Technology Company in Africa to successfully incorporate and start operations in Tanzania. We represented this leading gaming company in Africa,  in crucial long-term sponsorship deals with major African national football and league teams. We secured licenses, contracts, government endorsements and all related requirements to ensure smooth operations. Thanks to our understanding of their business, we successfully drafted and negotiated key commercial terms for our client allowing them to excel in the market.

We successfully represented a large mining company during a class action brought against the   by 180 employees claiming USD 5 million in arrears of payments in overtime. We won the case which was dismissed and the Client’s operations during the case were smooth with no interruptions.

We supported the business set up of Johari Rotana, a luxurious 5 stars hotel in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, a USD 100 million investment. Our team has successfully and in a timely manner, applied and managed obtaining more than 40 licenses related to our client business, from the district councils, the water authority, government ministries, to the national environmental management council.

We represented those three companies leading companies, the largest telecommunication operator, the largest pan – African insurance company and an international insurance broker  prior to the launch of a micro-insurance product on the African market. Our team drafted and negotiated a complex four party agreement which fully met the expectations of all stakeholders.

We acted as the legal representative of the state-owned investment fund that was investing in a real estate development project of USD 15 million in Tanzania; a port development project valued at USD 300 million and a deep sea fishing investment valued at USD 20 million.
We successfully represented our client and closed all deals with the stakeholders.

We worked with the Tanzania Sports betting Association to bring about changes in the advertisement policy towards gaming companies in Tanzania.

We successfully represented an international company in a cross border transaction in Zambia and Tanzania whereby the company was purchasing shares and assets in a major copper mining operations. The transaction was successful and we managed to secure the share transfer and asset transfer along with all regulatory compliance requirements.

We advise a Government in Africa on the economic stimulus post covid 19 pandemic and the IMF program that financed the intervention. Output was to obtain USD 500 million interest free loan to the government, which we successfully did.

We worked with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) to analyse the laws in Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda related to free movement of capital and services and produced a benchmark report on the compliance findings in each country.

We successfully represented a fast growing US dialysis health provider in African markets and acted as secretary for their company.

Represented mining company in negotiations for a joint venture with the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania

Represented an Australia – listed company in Tanzania in the mining sector to secure mining licenses and concessions

Represented the largest European based ride sharing company to enter into African markets successfully and now the company is the largest player in several markets in Africa

Successfully represented a mining service provider company that had a law suit against the largest mining company in the world and we secured a favourable outcome namely payment of USD 44 million.

We represented one of Africa's largest gaming companies in crucial long-term sponsorship deals with major African national football and league teams. Thanks to our understanding of their business, we have successfully drafted and negotiated key commercial terms for our client.

We successfully represented a hotel company with assets in East Africa in its acquisition by an international hospitality company based in the United Kingdom. We successfully negotiated a USD 15 million share purchase agreement and asset purchase agreement. Thanks to our expert knowledge, we also successfully obtained all mandates from the Fair Competition Authority and Ministries responsible for Investment and Tourism rendering it a successful acquisition.

We represented a Ugandan shareholder in the business of pharmaceutical product origination and distribution. Our client was aggrieved by a decision by the Uganda National Medical Store to allocate a contract for distribution for malaria and HIV medication for a period of 5 years renewable. We challenged the irregularity of process in the allocation of the contract and, thanks to the dedication of our lawyers, successfully won the case on appeal.

We accompanied the largest Gaming and Technology Company in Africa to successfully incorporate and start operations in Tanzania. We represented this leading gaming company in Africa,  in crucial long-term sponsorship deals with major African national football and league teams. We secured licenses, contracts, government endorsements and all related requirements to ensure smooth operations. Thanks to our understanding of their business, we successfully drafted and negotiated key commercial terms for our client allowing them to excel in the market.

We successfully represented a large mining company during a class action brought against the   by 180 employees claiming USD 5 million in arrears of payments in overtime. We won the case which was dismissed and the Client’s operations during the case were smooth with no interruptions.

We supported the business set up of Johari Rotana, a luxurious 5 stars hotel in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, a USD 100 million investment. Our team has successfully and in a timely manner, applied and managed obtaining more than 40 licenses related to our client business, from the district councils, the water authority, government ministries, to the national environmental management council.

We represented those three companies leading companies, the largest telecommunication operator, the largest pan – African insurance company and an international insurance broker  prior to the launch of a micro-insurance product on the African market. Our team drafted and negotiated a complex four party agreement which fully met the expectations of all stakeholders.

We acted as the legal representative of the state-owned investment fund that was investing in a real estate development project of USD 15 million in Tanzania; a port development project valued at USD 300 million and a deep sea fishing investment valued at USD 20 million.
We successfully represented our client and closed all deals with the stakeholders.

We worked with the Tanzania Sports betting Association to bring about changes in the advertisement policy towards gaming companies in Tanzania.

We successfully represented an international company in a cross border transaction in Zambia and Tanzania whereby the company was purchasing shares and assets in a major copper mining operations. The transaction was successful and we managed to secure the share transfer and asset transfer along with all regulatory compliance requirements.

We advise a Government in Africa on the economic stimulus post covid 19 pandemic and the IMF program that financed the intervention. Output was to obtain USD 500 million interest free loan to the government, which we successfully did.

We worked with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) to analyse the laws in Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda related to free movement of capital and services and produced a benchmark report on the compliance findings in each country.

We successfully represented a fast growing US dialysis health provider in African markets and acted as secretary for their company.

Represented mining company in negotiations for a joint venture with the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania

Represented an Australia – listed company in Tanzania in the mining sector to secure mining licenses and concessions

Represented the largest European based ride sharing company to enter into African markets successfully and now the company is the largest player in several markets in Africa

Successfully represented a mining service provider company that had a law suit against the largest mining company in the world and we secured a favourable outcome namely payment of USD 44 million.

Testimonials

Voices of Trust & Appreciation

(70+ reviews)

I have had the privilege of knowing, and working with, Amne Suedi for the past year and a half, and I wholeheartedly recommend her as an Investment Adviser for Africa. Amne is a true expert in her field, tirelessly working to unlock opportunities across the continent. Her multicultural background and expertise in both investment and legal matters make her an invaluable resource for anyone looking to navigate the complex world of African investments.
Amne is not only dedicated to her work but also deeply passionate about Africa, particularly her home in Tanzania. Her commitment to fostering foreign investment and strategic partnerships in the region is truly inspiring. She brings a unique perspective and a wealth of knowledge to the table, making her an outstanding strategic adviser to startups and businesses seeking to thrive in Africa. Beyond her professional accomplishments, Amne is a loving and dedicated mother, demonstrating the same level of care and attention to her family as she does in her work. Her ability to balance her personal and professional life is a testament to her strength and dedication.

In summary, Amne Suedi is a remarkable professional, a passionate advocate for Africa, and a devoted mother. I am confident that anyone fortunate enough to work with her will benefit from her expertise and unwavering commitment to success.

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Nazanin Bigdeli

Shikana has a wealth of experience in the African iGaming sector. I would recommend anybody who's interested in investing in this market to consult with her first!

Curtis Roach

Amne is well known to me, both personally and professionally. She is apt, determined and well knowledgeable in areas of international trade and investment law. We worked together on East African Community matters, and I have seen her grow her firm into one of the most reliable and professional investment law firms in the East African region. I am proud to be associated with Amne, and honoured to recommend her for her services both regionally and internationally.

Brenda Ntihinyurwa

For the past five years, We have worked with Amne and  her team on various Gaming-related projects in Tanzania and the East African market. Amne is a people person, good with clients, and will go above and beyond to support client’s mission and see things through. She is the best in her field and willing to share best practices. She is also very responsible and detail-oriented, which makes her stand out. It's a great honour to have known and worked with her.

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Jimmy Kenneth

Amne is well known to me, both personally and professionally. She is apt, determined and well knowledgeable in areas of international trade and investment law. We worked together on East African Community matters, and I have seen her grow her firm into one of the most reliable and professional investment law firms in the East African region. I am proud to be associated with Amne, and honoured to recommend her for her services both regionally and internationally.

Jimmy Kenneth

I trust Amne's handy experience and her perfect craft when it comes to investment facilitation and government-investor relations. She has a rich understanding of investment-related laws, processes, and governance. She is also well-vested in national and international politics. And very savvy in navigating them. It is why she has been instrumental in facilitating many Foreign Direct Investments and investors, particularly in the mining industry in Tanzania.

Ambassador of Tanzania
to the Republic of Korea

My company engaged Amne and her team for a public policy task. She was very professional, and delivered above expectation. Her keen to detail, knowledge on regulatory environment within Tanzania as well as her vast network are key assets that could be of use to anyone wanting public policy tasks taken upon. It was a great experience and would recommend her for the same works. Great job!

Remmy Eseka

I have been consulting with Amne and her team for more than 8 years, she is capable, disciplined and authentic leader who has extensive experience in consulting investment projects for domestic and foreign investors. Amne is also a seasoned lawyer who clearly understand the African markets and sectors in particular financial institutions, mining, oil and gas etc.

Abel Kaseko

In 2020 I Co-founded Kambirana Group (brand owners of “Jiranileo”) together with my American business partner. The Shikana team drafted for us our partnership agreement, expertly striking the right balance all interests. Not only did they encapsulate our different understandings, but guided us on the contractual tenets, startup considerations and struck the perfect compromise between friends exploring business,(this is how acute Amne’s emotional intelligence is.)This agreement 3years later still stands strong and continues to form our bedrock.

Sunday Kapesi

Amne is the real deal. Lawyer, investor, strategist, advisor, consultant, executive - she brings all the right skills and experience to the table delivers results at the highest level. The African ecosystem is an exciting one and her understanding of it is a powerful resource to many globally. A change maker as well as a wealth creator, I highly recommend her an an investment advisor and well connected and highly resourceful professional.

Cory Warfield

Amne is personable, knowledgeable, trustworthy and committed. She is a trusted and informed lawyer as well as a business partner with a wide array of international and domestic experience. She has her fingers on the pulse of the legal industry enabling her to have a clear sense of anticipation of which direction the legal pendulum will swing. She understands the nuances of doing business in challenging markets and how best that can be navigated by persons unfamiliar to such terrains. I constantly work with Amne on various issues relating to Tanzania and abroad and look forward to working with her again.

Edward Kateka

Swiss Shikana’s guidance transformed our vision into a reality. Their insights and network were invaluable.

Sarah M.
Head of Strategy

Shikana assisted us in a multi-million-dollar acquisition of a mine asset in Zambia and Tanzania. The attention to detail and combination of legal, regulatory and government relations helped us navigate and conclude the transaction in record time and very smoothly. She has great networks that worked well for us.

Maria
Director of Investment

Amne and her team advised on a strategic matter and not only was she incredibly helpful, her knowledge, patience and network enabled me to complete a project to good time. I would highly recommend her services.Amne and her team advised on a strategic matter and not only was she incredibly helpful, her knowledge, patience and network enabled me to complete a project to good time. I would highly recommend her services.

Shereen Daniels, Bestselling Author
The Anti-Racist Organisation

Working with Amne and her team has been truly inspiring. She brings professionalism and experience, but with an intuition that will prove truly useful to especially the African diaspora interested in investing on the Africa continent

Janine Cunningham
Entertainer and entrepreneur

I had the pleasure of working with Amne Suedi and her team and I couldn’t have been more satisfied by the service she provided. From start to finish, she was incredibly professional, thorough and efficient. They took the time to listen toa ll of my concerns, offering clear guidance and ensuring that everything was completed in a timely manner. I highly recommend their services to anyone needing legal and investment assistance in Africa.

Karissa P.
Entrepreneur
Testimonials

Voices of Trust & Appreciation

(70+ reviews)

I have had the privilege of knowing, and working with, Amne Suedi for the past year and a half, and I wholeheartedly recommend her as an Investment Adviser for Africa. Amne is a true expert in her field, tirelessly working to unlock opportunities across the continent. Her multicultural background and expertise in both investment and legal matters make her an invaluable resource for anyone looking to navigate the complex world of African investments.
Amne is not only dedicated to her work but also deeply passionate about Africa, particularly her home in Tanzania. Her commitment to fostering foreign investment and strategic partnerships in the region is truly inspiring. She brings a unique perspective and a wealth of knowledge to the table, making her an outstanding strategic adviser to startups and businesses seeking to thrive in Africa. Beyond her professional accomplishments, Amne is a loving and dedicated mother, demonstrating the same level of care and attention to her family as she does in her work. Her ability to balance her personal and professional life is a testament to her strength and dedication.

In summary, Amne Suedi is a remarkable professional, a passionate advocate for Africa, and a devoted mother. I am confident that anyone fortunate enough to work with her will benefit from her expertise and unwavering commitment to success.

Read More
Nazanin Bigdeli

Shikana has a wealth of experience in the African iGaming sector. I would recommend anybody who's interested in investing in this market to consult with her first!

Curtis Roach

Amne is well known to me, both personally and professionally. She is apt, determined and well knowledgeable in areas of international trade and investment law. We worked together on East African Community matters, and I have seen her grow her firm into one of the most reliable and professional investment law firms in the East African region. I am proud to be associated with Amne, and honoured to recommend her for her services both regionally and internationally.

Brenda Ntihinyurwa

For the past five years, We have worked with Amne and  her team on various Gaming-related projects in Tanzania and the East African market. Amne is a people person, good with clients, and will go above and beyond to support client’s mission and see things through. She is the best in her field and willing to share best practices. She is also very responsible and detail-oriented, which makes her stand out. It's a great honour to have known and worked with her.

Jimmy Kenneth

Amne is well known to me, both personally and professionally. She is apt, determined and well knowledgeable in areas of international trade and investment law. We worked together on East African Community matters, and I have seen her grow her firm into one of the most reliable and professional investment law firms in the East African region. I am proud to be associated with Amne, and honoured to recommend her for her services both regionally and internationally.

Jimmy Kenneth

I trust Amne's handy experience and her perfect craft when it comes to investment facilitation and government-investor relations. She has a rich understanding of investment-related laws, processes, and governance. She is also well-vested in national and international politics. And very savvy in navigating them. It is why she has been instrumental in facilitating many Foreign Direct Investments and investors, particularly in the mining industry in Tanzania.

Ambassador of Tanzania
to the Republic of Korea

My company engaged Amne and her team for a public policy task. She was very professional, and delivered above expectation. Her keen to detail, knowledge on regulatory environment within Tanzania as well as her vast network are key assets that could be of use to anyone wanting public policy tasks taken upon. It was a great experience and would recommend her for the same works. Great job!

Remmy Eseka

I have been consulting with Amne and her team for more than 8 years, she is capable, disciplined and authentic leader who has extensive experience in consulting investment projects for domestic and foreign investors. Amne is also a seasoned lawyer who clearly understand the African markets and sectors in particular financial institutions, mining, oil and gas etc.

Abel Kaseko

In 2020 I Co-founded Kambirana Group (brand owners of “Jiranileo”) together with my American business partner. The Shikana team drafted for us our partnership agreement, expertly striking the right balance all interests. Not only did they encapsulate our different understandings, but guided us on the contractual tenets, startup considerations and struck the perfect compromise between friends exploring business,(this is how acute Amne’s emotional intelligence is.)This agreement 3years later still stands strong and continues to form our bedrock.

Sunday Kapesi

Amne is the real deal. Lawyer, investor, strategist, advisor, consultant, executive - she brings all the right skills and experience to the table delivers results at the highest level. The African ecosystem is an exciting one and her understanding of it is a powerful resource to many globally. A change maker as well as a wealth creator, I highly recommend her an an investment advisor and well connected and highly resourceful professional.

Cory Warfield

Amne is personable, knowledgeable, trustworthy and committed. She is a trusted and informed lawyer as well as a business partner with a wide array of international and domestic experience. She has her fingers on the pulse of the legal industry enabling her to have a clear sense of anticipation of which direction the legal pendulum will swing. She understands the nuances of doing business in challenging markets and how best that can be navigated by persons unfamiliar to such terrains. I constantly work with Amne on various issues relating to Tanzania and abroad and look forward to working with her again.

Edward Kateka

Swiss Shikana’s guidance transformed our vision into a reality. Their insights and network were invaluable.

Sarah M.
Head of Strategy

Shikana assisted us in a multi-million-dollar acquisition of a mine asset in Zambia and Tanzania. The attention to detail and combination of legal, regulatory and government relations helped us navigate and conclude the transaction in record time and very smoothly. She has great networks that worked well for us.

Maria
Director of Investment

Amne and her team advised on a strategic matter and not only was she incredibly helpful, her knowledge, patience and network enabled me to complete a project to good time. I would highly recommend her services.Amne and her team advised on a strategic matter and not only was she incredibly helpful, her knowledge, patience and network enabled me to complete a project to good time. I would highly recommend her services.

Shereen Daniels, Bestselling Author
The Anti-Racist Organisation

Working with Amne and her team has been truly inspiring. She brings professionalism and experience, but with an intuition that will prove truly useful to especially the African diaspora interested in investing on the Africa continent.

Janine Cunningham
Entertainer and entrepreneur

I had the pleasure of working with Amne Suedi and her team and I couldn’t have been more satisfied by the service she provided. From start to finish, she was incredibly professional, thorough and efficient. They took the time to listen toa ll of my concerns, offering clear guidance and ensuring that everything was completed in a timely manner. I highly recommend their services to anyone needing legal and investment assistance in Africa.

Karissa P.
Entrepreneur
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Integrity
and Transparency

We uphold the highest standards of ethical practices in every transaction.

Swiss Precision
and Expertise

Combining global knowledge with local insights for flawless execution.

Comprehensive Solutions

From strategy to implementation, we’re with you every step of the way.

Risk Mitigation & Compliance Assurance

We help businesses navigate complex regulatory landscapes with expert legal advisory, ensuring full compliance with local and international laws to safeguard investments.

A Proven Track Record

With over a decade of experience and a portfolio of successful deals, we have facilitated multimillion-dollar investments across key industries, helping businesses expand with confidence.

Personalized, Client-Centered Approach

Every client is unique, and so are our solutions. We tailor our strategies to align with your goals, ensuring a customized approach that maximizes value and long-term growth.

Global Reach, Local Impact

With offices in Switzerland, Tanzania, and Zanzibar—and a presence in Kenya—we serve clients worldwide while maintaining deep connections within African markets, bridging international investors with Africa’s vast potential.

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Rue Rodolphe-Toepffer 16 1206 Geneve

Dar es Salaam office

Alfa Plaza, Chabruma Street G6 Unit 402, Fourth Floor,
Dar es SalaamPo Box 23037
Dar es Salaam

Zanzibar Office

Vuga Street,
Zanzibar, Tanzania

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