The Problem with Global Board Platforms in Africa
Most board management platforms were built for North American and European markets. When African organisations adopt these tools, they face significant challenges:
Data stored outside Africa
Sensitive governance data hosted in US or EU data centres, creating compliance and sovereignty concerns.
Support in foreign time zones
When you need help, the support team is asleep. Response times measured in days, not hours.
Pricing designed for Western budgets
Enterprise pricing that can exceed $50,000/year puts professional governance out of reach for many African institutions.
No understanding of African regulations
King IV, OHADA, national Companies Acts, NGO Board regulations — global platforms have no built-in support for African governance frameworks.
