R&J Steytler Consultants, The Strategic Economy partner
R&J Steytler Consultants and The Strategic Economy have announced a strategic partnership aimed at boosting investment, economic development and cross-border cooperation across Namibia, the SADC region and the wider African continent.
The two firms said the collaboration would combine R&J Steytler Consultants’ regional presence and local expertise with The Strategic Economy’s international networks and experience in government engagement across the United Kingdom and Europe.
In a joint statement, the organisations said they would remain independent but work together on initiatives where their combined capabilities could “deliver greater value and impact”, particularly in facilitating investment and supporting sustainable development.
Focus areas for cooperation are expected to include infrastructure, energy, industrialisation, trade and investment, development finance, public sector reform, entrepreneurship and regional integration, with an emphasis on job creation and inclusive growth.
Dr John Steytler, founder and managing director of R&J Steytler Consultants, said the partnership came at a critical time for the continent’s development trajectory.
‘Extraordinary potential’
“Africa possesses extraordinary potential, yet significant development challenges remain,” he said. “By joining forces with The Strategic Economy, we are creating a platform that combines local insight, international networks and practical expertise to unlock investment and deliver meaningful development outcomes.”
He added that the collaboration would strengthen links between African markets and global investors by combining “practical experience with international relationships and market access”.
Oliver Scheidt, founder and chief executive of The Strategic Economy and former chief of staff to Lord Dolar Popat, said the partnership brought together “highly complementary strengths”.
“We are delighted to partner with Dr John Steytler and R&J Steytler Consultants,” he said. “Together, we can connect African opportunities with global partners and deliver practical solutions that create jobs, strengthen economies and improve lives.”
The partnership will align with Namibia’s national development priorities, the African Union’s Agenda 2063, and broader continental objectives around industrialisation, regional trade and sustainable economic transformation.
Both organisations said they aimed to help convert development ideas into investment-ready projects and long-term economic impact, stressing the importance of cooperation between governments, the private sector, development finance institutions and local communities.
