Founded in 2003 by Rosa Whitaker—a trailblazing U.S. trade envoy and one of the architects of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA)—The Whitaker Group (TWG) was built on a bold premise: Africa is not just a frontier, but a force in the global economy.

What began as a high-level lobbying and advisory firm leveraging Rosa’s leadership in U.S.-Africa trade policy quickly grew into the trusted partner of Fortune 500 companies, growth-stage ventures, and public institutions seeking entry and impact in Africa’s most promising markets.

Today, TWG operates as a strategic investment and advisory firm, channelling capital and commercial expertise into high-growth sectors including fintech, creative industries, and digital infrastructure. From our offices in Accra, Washington, D.C., and Dubai, we operate at the nexus of policy, capital, and commerce—unlocking scalable opportunities and navigating complexity with clarity.

We don’t just open doors; we build bridges. Through data-driven strategies, influential networks, and deep market fluency, TWG empowers businesses to compete, grow, and lead in Africa’s dynamic economic landscape