Swiss Shikana Investment and Advisory

About us

Connecting the world to Africa. The Swiss way.

Swiss Shikana Investment and Advisory is a boutique advisory firm dedicated to connecting global investors with Africa’s thriving markets. With a presence in Switzerland and Tanzania, we specialize in legal advisory, investment strategy and transaction structuring, so businesses navigate African markets with confidence, compliance and clarity.

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About the company

Smart investments. Sustainable impact.

At Swiss Shikana, we believe Africa’s economic growth lies in sustainable private sector investment, not aid alone. Our firm was founded on the principle that strategic investment, guided by expertise and local insight, can unlock unparalleled opportunity.

By combining Swiss precision with deep African market knowledge, we help businesses and investors make informed decisions, structure successful ventures and establish lasting partnerships, whether entering a market for the first time or expanding an existing presence.

$1B/yr
Ambition to facilitate USD 1 billion of investment per year, for the next 25 years
1M+
Jobs Swiss Shikana aims to help create for young people across Africa
15+ yrs
Global expertise, with a strong presence in East Africa
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Our values

The fundamental values that drive our work and mission.

Excellence & Precision

Rooted in Swiss professionalism, we bring meticulous attention to detail to every project, delivering well researched and strategically sound advice.

Sustainability & Impact

We believe in investment that generates financial returns while creating jobs, building industries and strengthening African economies.

Innovation & Adaptability

Markets evolve, and so do we. We stay ahead of regulatory, economic and business trends to help clients seize new opportunity.

Integrity & Transparency

We uphold the highest ethical standards in every transaction, ensuring honesty, trust and accountability in every engagement.

Collaboration & Global Perspective

With a multicultural background and a network across Africa and beyond, we bridge international investors with Africa’s dynamic markets.

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Key moments in our story
2024

Growth into Zanzibar

Continuing its expansion, Shikana opened an office in Zanzibar, strengthening its ability to support investors in key East African business hubs.

2023

Swiss headquarters established

Shikana opened an office in Switzerland, positioning itself as a bridge between European investors and African markets.

2021

Diversification of services

Shikana expanded beyond legal advisory to include investment advisory and transaction advisory, a comprehensive suite of services.

2020

Expansion into Kenya

Through a strategic partnership with a leading Kenyan law firm, Shikana extended its presence to Nairobi.

2013

Founded in Tanzania

Shikana was established in Dar es Salaam as a law firm providing specialized legal services to foreign investors entering African markets.

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Word from the founder
Amne Suedi
Founder & Managing Director

Africa’s economic transformation will not come from aid, but from strategic investment in the private sector. With this vision, I founded Swiss Shikana, 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 investment drives 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.

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SWISS SHIKANA

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