Terms of Reference: Multilateral Development Banks & Development Finance Institutions: African Strategy and Prospects 1. Background Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) and Development Finance Institutions (DFIs) play a critical role in financing Africa’s development, especially given the continent’s vast infrastructure gaps, economic challenges, and the need for private sector-led growth. These institutions, such as the World […]
Terms of Reference: African Insurance: An Untapped Institutional Investor – Keys to Taking the Leap with Private Equity 1. Background The African insurance industry has witnessed substantial growth in recent years, yet its participation in private equity (PE) investments remains limited compared to other institutional investors such as pension funds and sovereign wealth funds. Given […]
Terms of Reference: How to Increase the Share of Local Institutional Investors in Financing African Economies through Private Equity 1. Background Africa’s growth potential has been widely recognized, with its young population, vast natural resources, and increasing urbanization offering promising economic prospects. However, the continent remains heavily reliant on foreign investment to meet financing needs […]
Private Equity & Agriculture: Challenges and Solutions for an Agribusiness Serving African Economies
Terms of Reference: Private Equity & Agriculture: Challenges and Solutions for an Agribusiness Serving African Economies 1. Background Agriculture remains a cornerstone of most African economies, contributing significantly to employment, food security, and GDP. Despite its importance, the sector faces persistent challenges including limited access to finance, climate risks, fragmented value chains, and infrastructure deficits. […]
Terms of Reference: Geopolitics and Macroeconomics: Effects of the Resurgence of Trade Wars on African Economies and Sustainable Financing Solutions 1. Background Recent years have seen a resurgence of global trade tensions and protectionist policies, notably between major economic powers such as the United States and China. These developments have disrupted global value chains, altered […]
Terms of Reference: Private Equity / Venture Capital Facing the Sustainable Development Goals: African Realities 1. Background Africa faces significant development challenges alongside substantial growth opportunities. Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) requires mobilizing large-scale private capital, particularly in sectors such as energy, infrastructure, agriculture, healthcare, education, and financial inclusion. Private Equity (PE) and Venture […]