Capital Market Consultancy & Infrastructure Advisory

Empowering Institutions to Build Resilient, Transparent, and Efficient Capital Markets

Are you seeking expert guidance in setting up or strengthening your capital market systems? With extensive experience in designing and implementing market infrastructure — including Central Securities Depositories (CSDs), regulatory frameworks, and institutional capacity building — I offer tailored consultancy services that support sustainable market growth and investor confidence.

OUR SERVICES

CSD Establishment & Operations

  • Advisory on CSD setup, system specifications, and phased implementation

  • Support with documentation, workflow design, testing, and go-live preparation

  • Post-implementation guidance and training

Excellent Regulatory & Compliance Support

  • Drafting regulatory frameworks and operational guidelines

  • Support in compliance audits and risk mitigation strategies

  • Consultation with capital market regulators and development partners

Market Infrastructure Advisory

  • Design of clearing and settlement systems, trading platforms, and custody structures

  • Alignment with international best practices and local market needs

  • Coordination with system vendors and stakeholders

Capacity Building & Training

  • Customized training for regulators, CSD staff, and market participants

  • Practical sessions covering CSD operations, market roles, and compliance

  • Ongoing support to strengthen institutional knowledge

Capital Market Strategy & Development

Developing a capital market requires more than infrastructure — it demands a clear, phased strategy aligned with national priorities and global standards. I help institutions design and implement comprehensive development roadmaps to support sustainable capital market growth.

Services include:

  • Capital Market Roadmap Development
    Strategic planning tailored to your country or institution’s development stage, including short-, medium-, and long-term objectives.

  • Stakeholder Mapping & Engagement
    Identifying key players (regulators, government bodies, investors, institutions) and facilitating alignment through workshops, consultations, and collaboration.

  • Market Awareness & Capacity Building
    Driving buy-in through public education, industry training, and policy dialogue.

  • Phased Implementation Support
    Step-by-step advisory on implementing legal frameworks, infrastructure, and market participation guidelines — with milestones to track progress.

💡 Why Choose My Capital Market Consultancy Services?

  • Specialized Expertise: Proven track record with over two decades of experience in CSD design, capital market development, and regulatory advisory across African markets.

  • Customized Solutions: I tailor every project to your institutional goals, market maturity, and technical readiness.

  • Practical & Strategic: I bridge the gap between high-level policy and hands-on operations for real impact.

  • Collaborative Process: I work closely with your teams to ensure sustainable implementation and skills transfer.

Ready to Strengthen Your Capital Market Infrastructure?

Partner with a capital market infrastructure consultant who understands the full lifecycle — from policy to implementation.

👉 Schedule a Free Consultation today to discuss your project.

🛠️ Projects & Experience

A track record of delivering impactful solutions for capital market development across emerging and evolving markets.

CSD Operations & Strategic Management Kenya (2007–2022)

  • Led CSD operational transformation including system upgrades and risk management

  • Oversaw trade, settlement, depository services, and registry operations

  • Managed a successful CSD system migration project from planning to implementation

  • Conducted training and stakeholder engagement programs locally and internationally

General Manager, Head of Operations

Regional Market Expansion

Rwanda (2010–2012)

  • Establishment of CSD operations in Rwanda, including formulation of CSD rules and procedures.

  • Assisted the regulator and the Exchange with regulatory framework development

  • Stakeholder engagement and capacity building.

  • Managed depository operations

  • IPO execution, and Corporate actions processing.

Project Lead, Rwanda CSD

CSD Establishment & Capital Market Development

Ethiopia (2023–2025)

  • End-to-end strategic guidance for the establishment of Ethiopia’s first Central Securities Depository (CSD), including policy, operational, and regulatory advisory

  • Development of legal frameworks, operational procedures, and post-trade processes in alignment with international standards

  • Stakeholder engagement, including capacity building, institutional training, and cross-agency collaboration

  • Oversaw the User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and system implementation phases, ensuring readiness for market launch.

  • Developed comprehensive project plans and risk mitigation strategies in collaboration with stakeholders.

  • Delivered performance reports and recommendations to supporting data-driven decision-making and sustainable infrastructure development.

Capital Market Consultant / Advisor

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is a Central Securities Depository (CSD)?

A CSD is a specialized financial institution that holds securities such as shares and bonds in electronic form and facilitates clearing, settlement, and safekeeping of securities transactions.

What does a capital market consultant do?

A capital market consultant provides expert advice to institutions and stakeholders on developing and strengthening capital markets, including infrastructure, regulatory frameworks, and operational systems like CSDs.


Do I need a consultant to set up a CSD?

Yes. Establishing a CSD requires technical expertise and experience in operations, system integration, regulatory compliance, and market engagement — areas where a consultant adds value and reduces risk.

Who is your Capirtal Market Consultancy designed for

  • Central Banks

  • Securities Exchanges

  • Capital Market Authorities

  • CSDs and Custodians

  • Market Participants

  • Development Agencies

Can you help us phase our capital market development?

Absolutely. I can help you assess your current state, design a phased implementation roadmap, and provide ongoing support for each milestone.

What kind of results can I expect from working with you?

When you work with me, you can expect practical, high-impact results grounded in deep industry knowledge and hands-on experience. These include:

  • Clarity and Strategic Direction – You’ll gain a clear roadmap for developing or enhancing your capital market infrastructure, tailored to your unique regulatory and operational context.

  • Efficient, Compliant Systems – I ensure that the solutions we implement—whether CSD setup, clearing and settlement, or regulatory frameworks—align with international standards and local realities.

  • Stronger Institutional Capacity – Through targeted training, workshops, and documentation, your team will be better equipped to operate and manage capital market functions independently.

  • Stakeholder Alignment – You’ll benefit from expertly facilitated engagement between regulators, market participants, and technology providers to ensure buy-in and smooth implementation.

  • Risk Reduction and Smooth Rollout – With structured planning, testing, and phased implementation support, you’ll avoid costly missteps and delays while building a stable and trusted market infrastructure.

Ultimately, my goal is to help you create a capital market environment that is transparent, efficient, and capable of attracting long-term investment.

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