For Gulf investors
We source and screen opportunities in African and Middle Eastern markets and connect you with project developers and partners whose plans fit your mandate.
The Africa–UAE Business Gateway
Advice, partners and projects between Africa and the Gulf.
Our mission
“To connect people, markets, capital and opportunities by building trusted strategic partnerships between Africa, the UAE and the rest of the world.”
Our vision
To become a leading strategic business platform and trusted gateway for investment, partnerships and project development between Africa and global markets.
Who we work with
Built for investors, companies and institutions
For companies entering new markets
Market intelligence, local partners and business development support to establish or expand in Africa and the Middle East.
For governments & institutions
Support for public bodies and project developers looking for investors, technical partners and stakeholders, with coordination from project structuring to implementation.
How we work
One partner from first opportunity to project delivery
SMART LINKS is an Africa–UAE business consultancy and business development firm. We draw on a network of business leaders, investors and public and private sector stakeholders to support clients through each stage.
- 01
Identify
We map opportunities, assess markets and source potential partners, using market intelligence and local knowledge.
- 02
Connect
We introduce you to the companies, investors, project developers, suppliers and institutions that fit your objectives.
- 03
Coordinate
We support market entry and coordinate projects with investors, technical partners and stakeholders through to implementation.
Services
What we do
Business Consultancy
Guidance for companies, investors and organisations developing or expanding in African and Middle Eastern markets.
Advisory Services
Advice on business strategy, partnerships, investment positioning, stakeholder engagement and growth.
Business Development
Identifying commercial opportunities, partners, investors, clients and alliances.
Trade Facilitation
Introductions between companies, investors, project developers, suppliers, distributors and institutions, and access to international markets.
Market Entry Advisory
Helping international companies establish or expand in Africa and the Middle East through market intelligence and local partnerships.
Project Development & Coordination
Identifying, structuring and coordinating projects with investors, technical partners and stakeholders.
Events & Conferences
Business forums, investment conferences, trade missions, networking events and executive meetings.
Smart Solutions
Technology-enabled solutions for operational efficiency, modernisation and sustainable development.
Sectors
Focus sectors
Our initial focus is on sectors where partnerships between African markets, the UAE and international investors can create long-term value.
- 01Infrastructure
- 02Transport & logistics
- 03Energy
- 04Technology
- 05Smart solutions
- 06Tourism
- 07Real estate
- 08Agriculture
- 09Industrial development
- 10International trade
Transport & logistics: our Managing Director previously led Dakar Dem Dikk, Senegal's national public transport company.
The Gateway
African markets, one link to the Gulf
We connect partners in African markets with investors, companies and institutions in the UAE and international markets.
Gulf side
- Investors
- Family offices
- Companies
- Institutions
Africa side
- Governments
- Project developers
- Local partners
International
- Global investors
- Technical partners
- Suppliers
Contact
Get in touch
Planning to invest, expand or find partners between Africa and the Gulf? Tell us about your organisation and what you are looking for. A member of the SMART LINKS team will reply to you.
- info@smartlinksadvisory.com
- Offices
- Dakar, Senegal
Dubai, UAE (opening soon)