Gisèle Tamalgo/Ouédraogo Earns Public Law Doctorate with "Very Honorable" Distinction
Gisèle Tamalgo/Ouédraogo successfully defended her doctoral thesis on June 22, 2026, at the Thomas Sankara University in Ouagadougou. Her dissertation, titled "African Sovereign Funds and State Immunity from Execution: Contribution to Securing Assets Held Abroad by the Sovereign Funds of Gabon and Senegal," was the culmination of seven years of research. The jury, presided over by Ismaïla Madior Fall, awarded her thesis the highest distinction of "Very Honorable." This academic achievement marks a significant contribution to the understanding of how African sovereign wealth funds can protect their international assets.
This successful doctoral defense highlights the growing academic focus on the financial architecture and legal protections of African sovereign wealth funds. The research addresses a critical area: the "immunity from execution" that shields state assets abroad from seizure. By examining the specific cases of Gabon and Senegal, the thesis provides practical insights into the challenges and potential solutions for securing national investments in the international financial system. This work is particularly relevant in the current global economic climate, where asset protection and sovereign financial stability are paramount concerns for developing nations.
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