The Covid 19 pandemic has brought about the opportunity for firms to connect across borders and across networks virtually.
MGI Worldwide and CPAAI member firms from Congo, Benin, Madagascar and Tunisia had a good discussion with Mackrell International members from Tunisia, Algeria, Côte d’Ivoire and their Belgian ‘Africa Desk’.
The discussions were held in French and led by Keith Heddle, Managing Director of Mackrell International, with support from Clive Bennett, CEO MGI Worldwide.
The call was lively and went on longer than planned as the firms found common ground, connections and shared experience through the pandemic – both challenges and some opportunities. With 2021 looking to be challenging across Africa, understanding and support for one another and each other’s clients could prove very beneficial.
The meeting opened with individuals introducing themselves, their firms and the type of work they do, their specialisations and their clientele. Lawyers and accountants from the same country – and from countries which traditionally work closely together - took the opportunity to identify areas where they can work together in future.
It was agreed that firm contact details and other pertinent information be shared amongst each other after the meeting to further ongoing communication and connectivity.