About Assemian Kouakou

Assemian Kouakou is the managing partner of Ofori Conseils Africa LLP and a leading deal-maker across the OHADA region. He advises executives, investors and boards on high-value M&A, strategic investments, regulatory structuring and complex transactions under OHADA law. A graduate of the Wharton School (USA) qualified in mergers and acquisitions, he is closely involved in financing, capital markets and competition matters across the WAEMU and ECOWAS regions. His client portfolio includes financial institutions, investment funds, fintech and insurance groups and industry bodies. He is recognised for his strategic vision, execution-driven approach and strong transactional leadership.