BIO - the Belgian Investment Company for Developing Countries

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At BIO, we are committed to accelerating the energy transition in Africa through impactful investments and dedicated technical assistance. That’s why we are proud to support RGREEN INVEST and AFRIGREEN DEBT IMPACT FUND SLP with a Technical Assistance Facility (TAF). This initiative will provide renewable energy companies in Africa the tools and expertise ensuring they meet the highest international ESG standards. Find more : https://lnkd.in/efgma2c6

🌍 Strengthening Partnerships for Sustainable Impact 🌍 At BIO, we were more than happy to welcome Marise Habib Chief of Mission of the IOM Belgium and Luxembourg. Our mission to foster private sector growth in emerging markets aligns with IOM’s commitment to sustainable development, particularly in regions where economic opportunities drive stability and resilience. This exchange allowed us to explore common interests and enhance our collaboration. We look forward to continuing this dialogue and working together toward inclusive and sustainable economic opportunities. IOM - UN Migration #BIOinvest #IOM #OIM #ImpactInvesting #PrivateSectorDevelopment #SustainableGrowth #MigrationAndDevelopment #Collaboration 

We are happy to welcome Rebecca Scheps as BIO’s new Chief Financial & ICT Officer! 🎉 With a strong background in finance and international development, Rebecca brings a wealth of experience to BIO. She started her career as a financial auditor at Arthur Andersen (1885 -> 2002) Official before taking on internal audit roles at ENGIE Belgium and the European Commission. She then spent over a decade at Enabel, where she worked as a Regional Controller for East Africa, Palestine, and West Africa, before leading the Controlling Department for five years. Most recently, she was Director of Finances & Support at Samusocial Brussels, helping to provide essential shelter and assistance to vulnerable populations. Rebecca holds a degree in Business Engineering from Ichec Brussels Management School and a Master’s in Public Policy and Management from the SOAS University of London. Beyond her professional achievements, she’s passionate about sports, photography, reading, and music. 🏃♀️📸📖🎶 A very warm welcome, Rebecca! We look forward to working together. #colleagues #oneteam #bioinvests

📢 BIO at the 2nd Annual Workshop for Development Finance Communicators in Frankfurt!   On March 21, BIO joined peers and experts in Frankfurt to discuss how development finance communicators can navigate today’s challenges: polarisation, budget constraints, and misinformation.   💡 Key themes explored: ✅ Building trust: Strengthening ties with investors and partner countries. ✅ Better storytelling: Crafting impact-driven narratives that counter stereotypes. ✅ Media & technology: Adapting to evolving media trends and leveraging data-driven insights. ✅ Strategic partnerships: Collaborating across sectors, regions, and global campaigns.   One of the key discussions focused on why it remains so difficult to convince private investors to engage in impact-driven initiatives. The consensus? The language used must be tailored to their expectations and priorities to effectively bridge the gap between development finance and private capital.   Our role as impact investors goes beyond financing, it’s about shaping narratives that inspire trust and action.   Africa Finance Corporation African Development Bank Group Africa No Filter Asian Development Bank (ADB) Black Sea Trade & Development Bank (BSTDB) European Investment Bank (EIB) Finance in Motion Finnfund Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland Agence Française de Développement Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH DEval - German Institute for Development Evaluation KfW Germanwatch e.V. CDP Cassa Depositi e Prestiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania | #StandWithUkraine OECD Development OECD - OCDE FMO - Dutch entrepreneurial development bank Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism SIFEM - The Swiss Development Finance Institution The OPEC Fund for International Development COFIDES AGENCIA ESPAÑOLA DE COOPERACION INTERNACIONAL PARA EL DESARROLLO - AECID Swedfund International United Nations The World Bank #DevelopmentFinance #ImpactInvesting #StrategicCommunication #BIOInvest

BIO was happy to welcome Gricha Safarian, CEO of Puratos Grand Place Vietnam, a long-time partner and pioneer in sustainable chocolate production. Since 1994, Puratos Grand Place Vietnam (PGPV) has been shaping the chocolate industry, producing 3,000 tons of chocolate per year for prestigious hotels, bakeries, and confectioners in Vietnam, North America, and Asia. But their impact goes beyond numbers—it’s about sustainable sourcing, local economic growth, and innovation. 📍 A Fully Integrated Cocoa Value Chain in Vietnam Puratos Grand Place Vietnam made history in 2011 by launching the first chocolate made entirely in Vietnam—from cacao cultivation to the final product. By sourcing locally, they reduce imports, lower their ecological footprint, and ensure quality at every stage. As an investor, BIO - the Belgian Investment Company for Developing Countries is proud to contribute to sustainable cocoa production, economic resilience, and long-term impact in Vietnam’s agricultural sector. #BIOInvest #SustainableInvestment #ImpactFinance #Cocoa #Vietnam #Agriculture #Chocolate

🌍Inspiring the Next Generation🌱 On Wednesday, March 12th, BIO had the pleasure of giving a workshop during the "Introduction to Impact Investing" organised with the Academics for Development (AFD) in Leuven. The room was filled with bright and engaged students from diverse fields demonstrating the broad interest in impact-driven finance. The level of engagement and curiosity throughout the session was truly refreshing. The thoughtful questions and discussions brought up by the students highlighted the importance of fostering awareness around impact investing among future changemakers. #BIOInvest #ImpactInvesting #SustainableFinance #AcademicsForDevelopment #InvestingForImpact #FutureChangemakers

Join BIO - the Belgian Investment Company for Developing Countries for an enriching professional experience with motivated and inspiring colleagues! We're seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to play a key role in evaluating and improving our operations. You'll report directly to the Board of Directors and partner with our Executive Committee on audit projects, follow-ups, and action plans. At BIO, we value: 👉 Open-mindedness: Embracing diversity and new ideas. 👉 Responsibility: Delivering excellence and keeping our promises. 👉 Determination: Driving innovation and taking initiative. 👉 Sustainability: Creating shared value and lasting solutions. If you're ready to make an impact, apply now! #InternalAudit #CareerOpportunity #BIO #impactinvesting #developmentfinance https://lnkd.in/eVm6-9F4

🌍 BIO Supports Climate Finance in Paraguay! 🌱   BIO has provided a Technical Assistance (TA) to the MESA DE FINANZAS SOSTENIBLES DEL PARAGUAY Sostenibles in Paraguay, contributing to a climate training initiative for banking professionals. This marks another step forward in our commitment to promoting sustainable finance and climate resilience.   BIO supported a two-day in-person workshop on Climate Finance, organized by the Mesa de Finanzas Sostenibles and animated by the expert team at Global Factor. The workshop brought together banking professionals and members of the Mesa to dive deep into the critical topic of climate finance.   The scope of the workshop was: ✅ Understanding financial instruments related to climate finance ✅ Learning about the development of climate-focused financial products, their conditions, challenges, metrics and other relevant aspects ✅ Understanding the expected impacts of climate change, the sectors and regions most at risk ✅ Understanding how these impacts are translated into financial risks for financial institutions, and more broadly, for local economies ✅ Integrating climate risk management into Environmental and Social Management Systems (ESMS) ✅ Recommending best practices for climate risk reporting (TCFD and ISSB)   This initiative underscores the importance of equipping financial institutions with the tools and knowledge to address climate risks and seize opportunities in the transition to a sustainable economy.   We are grateful for the strong partnership with the MESA DE FINANZAS SOSTENIBLES DEL PARAGUAY and proud to contribute to building a more resilient and climate-conscious financial sector in Paraguay.     #BIOinvest #ClimateFinance #SustainableDevelopment #Paraguay #ClimateAction #SustainableFinance #Partnerships #Resilience #TechnicalAssistance

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