In 2006, Aderito Cassolongo experienced a breakthrough when his company, Cassca Technologies, became the first internationally recognized Pearson VUE testing center. This achievement earned him a feature in the November 15th edition of The New York Times Magazine. Despite the recognition, Aderito hesitated to write about his story, feeling he hadn’t accomplished enough. However, he eventually realized that life’s true celebration lies in how we handle daily struggles and failures, not just in our successes.

Aderito’s journey, born and raised in Angola, deeply connects to the themes in his book, Investing in Risky Countries. The book serves as a guide for investors and business leaders on how to navigate and succeed in high-risk environments. Through his experience with Cassca Technologies, Aderito demonstrates that, with the right team, strategic vision, and resilient mindset, investing in challenging situations can be both viable and profitable.