Your Trusted Strategic Advisory Firm

Frontline Africa Advisory is a level 1 BBB-EE strategic advisory firm that specialises in Public Policy and Regulatory Affairs, Government Relations, Political Risk and Research, Political Communication, Community Engagement, and Perception Surveys. We assist private companies and entities to understand and build meaningful relationships with critical stakeholders, as well as to engage meaningfully with the public policy making process. Our team boasts over 50 years of combined working experience, with 30 of those in the public sector. Our years of working in the public sector gives us a ‘coalface’ understanding of policy making processes and we use this experience to inform our advice to clients and to craft engagement strategies that reflect the complexities involved in policy making in South Africa. We pride ourselves in our ability to deliver client-oriented solutions that aim to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.

Our team of experts stay abreast of ongoing policy developments and maintain open lines of communication with key individuals in the public sector. We monitor policy changes and their potential impact on your business, alerting you to any opportunities or threats and providing recommendations on the best course of action. Through years of experience in the public sector, we can provide tailored advice on public sector decision making, key players and actors, and institutional arrangements as a guide on key intervention points through the various decision-making stages in policy making.

1. Lobbying and Advocacy: Assisting clients in advocating for specific legislation or government policy changes, including direct communication with legislators and officials.
2. Public Policy Analysis: Analysing current and proposed legislation or regulations to identify potential impacts on clients and developing strategies to mitigate risks or capitalise on opportunities.
3. Coalition Building: Helping clients form coalitions with other organisations with related interests to strengthen their advocacy efforts and influence policy.
4. Stakeholder Engagement: Identifying and engaging with key stakeholders, including government institutions and community organisations, to foster collaborative relationships.
5. Crisis Management: Providing expertise in managing crises that may involve government scrutiny or the need for rapid response to changing regulations.
6. Training and Workshops: Offering training sessions for clients on effective government relations strategies, public affairs principles, compliance issues, and advocacy skills.
7. Monitoring and Reporting: Keeping clients informed about legislative developments and providing regular reports on government activities that may affect their interests.

Each of these services can be tailored to the specific needs of clients in various sectors, including corporate, non-profit, and advocacy organisations. Reach out for a discussion to determine which services best fit your strategic goals.

We have worked across highly regulated sectors, including tobacco, alcohol, e-hailing, technology, and broadcasting. Our range of experience spans direct and indirect lobbying across all spheres of the South African government.