Research
April 17, 2024
Africa contains some of the world's fastest-growing markets, though several hurdles could impede its wealth and luxury sector's ability to scale. Image credit: Henley & Partners
By Zach James
High-earner counts within the world’s second-largest continent are on the rise, according to London-based investment migration consultancy Henley & Partners.
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