PwC is celebrating 30 years of presence in Cabo Verde, a milestone marked by a conference in the capital city of Praia. The event highlights the company's history of trust and collaboration with the country's institutions and businesses. António Brochado Correia, President of PwC, emphasizes that this anniversary is about celebrating a story of confidence built over the years. With over 2,500 permanent employees and 70 partners across offices in Portugal, Angola, and Mozambique, PwC has been closely following Cabo Verde's economic and institutional evolution.
Over the past three decades, PwC has supported Cabo Verde's transformation, participating in various public and private sector reforms, and contributing to the development of the local business market. The company has also played a role in shaping generations of highly qualified professionals in the country. Currently, PwC Cabo Verde has around 30 employees of Cabo Verdean nationality, working in areas such as audit, consulting, taxation, and technology. Brochado Correia notes that the company has adapted to changes in the country by continuously updating its skills and diversifying its services.
According to Brochado Correia, the economic, political, and social landscape in Cabo Verde has changed significantly over the years, with increased international integration, regulatory requirements, and technological advancements. He highlights that, despite these changes, PwC has maintained its core values of trust, independence, rigor, technical quality, and proximity to clients. The company has combined international knowledge with local market understanding, which has contributed to its success.
The current uncertain times pose complex challenges for governments, businesses, and investors. Brochado Correia notes that uncertainty has become a structural characteristic of the global economic context, driven by geopolitical instability, technological acceleration, and climate risks. He emphasizes that the response to these challenges requires a combination of strategic vision, agility, and adaptability. Organizations need to invest in planning, risk management, talent, innovation, and technology to build resilience.
For Cabo Verde, a small island state, building resilience is particularly crucial due to its exposure to external shocks. Brochado Correia stresses that diversification of the economy, qualification of human capital, reinforcement of energy and food security, digital transformation, and mobilization of partnerships and investments are essential for the country's development. He believes that navigating uncertainty requires preparation, execution capacity, and trust.
Looking ahead, Brochado Correia expresses optimism about PwC's prospects in Cabo Verde. He cites the country's stability, strategic location, strong diaspora connections, and openness to investment and international cooperation as positive attributes. The next years may bring new opportunities in areas such as the blue economy, sustainable tourism, digital transformation, renewable energies, and high-value services.
Brochado Correia concludes that Cabo Verde has the potential to become a bridge between Africa, Europe, and the Americas, and a platform for talent, services, and knowledge with global projection. With its 30 years of experience in the country, PwC is well-positioned to support Cabo Verde's growth and development.
Key points
- PwC celebrates 30 years in Cabo Verde, highlighting its history of trust and collaboration with the country's institutions and businesses.
- The company has adapted to changes in the country by continuously updating its skills and diversifying its services.
- Brochado Correia expresses optimism about PwC's prospects in Cabo Verde, citing the country's positive attributes and potential for growth and development.
