Questions we are often asked
Short answers about who we are, how we work and how to begin. If your question is not here, write to us.
01What does Teranga Advisory do?
We are a Pan-African think tank and strategic consultancy working on democratic governance, human rights and the rule of law. Our work falls into six practice areas, from human rights advisory and legislative drafting to security sector governance and capacity development, and we combine them to suit each engagement.
02Who do you work with?
Governments and state entities; multilateral and regional bodies such as the UN, the African Union and the regional economic communities; civil society organisations and think tanks; academic and research institutions; and the private sector.
03Where are you based, and do you work outside Namibia?
We are based in Windhoek, Namibia, and we work across the continent. Our experience spans Southern and West Africa, and we take on engagements with national, regional and continental partners wherever they are.
04What does “Teranga” mean?
Teranga is a Wolof word from Senegal, usually translated as hospitality. It also carries mutual respect, dignity, generosity and shared purpose, and it describes how we work: as partners, anchored in trust and built for the long term.
05How does an engagement usually begin?
With a conversation. Tell us about your institution and what you are working towards, by the form, by email or on WhatsApp. We reply within two working days, usually to arrange a short call. From there we follow four steps: listen, assess, advise and partner.
06How long does an engagement take?
It depends on the work. A legislative review or a regulatory impact assessment may take a few weeks; institutional reform or programme design can run for many months, with us alongside you through implementation. We agree the scope and timeline with you before work starts.
07Do you only advise, or do you also help with implementation?
Both. Advice that is never delivered changes nothing, so where it is useful we stay alongside you through implementation, adjusting as you learn and building the in-house capacity to carry the work forward.
08Do you provide training on its own?
Yes. Capacity development is one of our practice areas. We design bespoke curricula and training modules, coach senior leaders, draft toolkits and standard operating procedures, and run peer learning and South-South exchanges.
09Can you work with companies as well as public institutions?
Yes. For the private sector we advise on business and human rights due diligence, ESG compliance, AI ethics and data governance, and community engagement protocols, particularly in extractives and major infrastructure.
10Which languages do you work in?
English is our main working language. This website is also available in Spanish, French and Portuguese, and we are happy to discuss working in those languages with partners across the continent.
11How are fees set?
Each proposal is costed for its specific scope, duration and team. Tell us about your needs and we will prepare a tailored proposal, with no obligation.
12How do you handle confidentiality?
Much of our work touches sensitive institutional matters. We treat all client information as confidential, agree terms in writing at the start, and use your details only to respond to you and deliver the work.