Company Secretary
| Country | Company Secretary Requirement | Company Secretary Qualifications |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | Mandatory for public and state-owned companies | Must be qualified; governed by Companies Act |
| Nigeria | Mandatory for all companies | Required under CAMA; can be individual or firm |
| Kenya | Mandatory for public and large private companies | Must be certified; regulated by Institute of Certified Secretaries |
| Ghana | Mandatory for all companies | Must have legal or professional qualifications |
| Rwanda | Optional | Encouraged for governance; not legally required |
| Botswana | Mandatory for public companies | Often aligned with South African standards |
| Namibia | Mandatory for public companies | Private companies may appoint optionally |
| Uganda | Mandatory for companies limited by shares | Must be named in incorporation documents |
| Tanzania | Mandatory for companies limited by shares | Can be individual or corporate body |
| Zambia | Mandatory for all companies | Must be resident or have local representative |