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Speaker Announcement! We are thrilled to announce Bishop Joshua Maponga III, CEO of Farmers of Thought, as a distinguished speaker at the 2nd Annual Botswana ESG and Sustainable Finance Forum 2024! Talk Title: “Harmony in Motion: Achieving Sustainable Development through Land, Water, and Air Stewardship - The Ultimate Pathway" Join us as Bishop Maponga explores the interconnectedness of land, water, and air stewardship in achieving sustainable development, aligning with the SDG Goals. Discover strategies, innovations, and collaborative approaches for ensuring environmental sustainability and responsible resource management. Africa's sustainable finance journey faces challenges in scalability. Despite progress in green, social, and sustainable bonds issuance, obstacles like data availability, skills gap, and market fragmentation hinder sustained growth. What pathways can Africa's sustainable finance and capital markets take to address these roadblocks and raise sustainable finance at scale? This event is essential for banks, policymakers, C-level executives, institutional investors, financial institutions, and asset managers aiming to align investment solutions with sustainability, driving Africa's transition to a low-carbon, inclusive, and resilient economy. Register now to secure your spot and shape Africa's sustainable finance landscape: michael@mncapitalgroup.com #BWESG2024 #SustainableFinance #ESG #AfricaFinance #SDGs #BotswanaFinance #BishopJoshuaMaponga #Environmentally #BWESG2024 #SustainableFinance #ESG #AfricaFinance #SDGs #BotswanaFinance #BishopJoshuaMaponga #EnvironmentallySustainableDevelopment #FinanceForGood

#AFRICA #KNIGHTFRANKREALESTATE #DEVELOPMENT Knight Frank is the preeminent global real estate investment and advisory firm. In addition to their excellent annual “Wealth Report” they issue a number of region, sector and topic-specific reports based on their “boots on the ground” operating experience and wide client base. This AFRICA HORIZONS: THE CONTINENT’S UNIQUE GUIDE TO REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRENDS & OPPORTUNITIES 2023/24 provides an overview of this fast growing & diverse continent with 54 different sovereign nations. I’ve been fortunate to travel to a few different cities in Morocco and Egypt and always amazed at the vibrancy of their economies, friendliness of the people and their ancient and wonderous history &  cultures. This report covers: ·       INTRODUCTION -The African Opportunity ·       Multi-Dimensional partnerships key to unlocking investment ·       In Focus: UAE investment in Africa ·       TRENDS TO WATCH ·       Election uncertainties in Africa ·       Zimbabwe’s emergence as an off-shore financial hub ·       OPPORTUNITY AREA 1: DATA CENTRES o  The new asset class of choice o  Investor interest o  Kenya’s data Centre market ·       OPPORTUNITY AREA 2: MANUFACTURING o  Africa’s manufacturing potential ·       OPPORTUNITY AREA 3: ENVIRONMENTAL, SOCIAL AND GOVERNANCE o  ESG: It’s time for Africa o  In Focus: URB Reveals Design for Africa’s Largest Sustainable City in South Africa ·       OPPORTUNITY AREA 4: INFRASTRUCTURE o  Infrastructure improvements slow to materialize o  Green Hydrogen: The next big thing? o  Economic growth tied to infrastructure o  In Focus: Morocco is the new ‘Green African Leader’ ·       OPPORTUNITY AREA 5: AGROPROCESSING o  The African Agro-processing opportunity o  Spotlight on Zambia o  Spotlight on Egypt ·       Knight Frank AFRICAN PRESENCE Dig Deeper. Uncover Opportunities. Lean in.

🌍 Reflections from the 2nd Annual Botswana ESG and Sustainable Finance Forum 🌱 I had the privilege of attending the 2nd Annual Botswana ESG and Sustainable Finance Forum. This gathering brought together influential leaders in banking, finance, pensions, insurance, investment, and other sectors to discuss the critical role of sustainable finance in achieving our sustainability goals. Sustainable finance is not just a buzzword; it is the cornerstone of our dreams to achieve a greener, more inclusive future. Our ambitions to address climate change, protect biodiversity, and promote social equity all hinge on the availability of adequate financing and funding. Throughout the forum, we delved into the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. We explored the pathways Africa’s sustainable finance and capital markets can take to overcome barriers such as data availability, skills gap, market fragmentation, and lack of expertise. The discussions highlighted the importance of collaboration among central banks, policymakers, business executives, and investors to align investment solutions with sustainability goals. I am inspired by the commitment and innovative thinking demonstrated by all participants. The insights shared have reinforced my belief that with the right financial mechanisms, we can accelerate the transition to a low-carbon, inclusive, and resilient economy. Our journey towards sustainability is ongoing, and forums like this are vital in driving meaningful progress. I am excited about the future and the potential we have to make a lasting impact. Special thank you to Michael Ndinisa MNCapital Group Events for the invite and putting together an informative and progressive platform towards creating the Botswana We Want. Botswana Green Building Council Tebogo 'Tebby' Modisagape #SustainableFinance #ESG #Botswana #ClimateAction #InclusiveGrowth #LowCarbonEconomy #FinanceForum #Sustainability #InvestmentOpportunities #CapitalMarkets

🙌 DEG is proud to foster scaling of #ClimateFinance in Sub-Saharan Africa, together with Proparco. With a loan of up to 120 million USD, Proparco and DEG support The Mauritius Commercial Bank Limited (MCB) in its ambition to unlock further opportunities to finance climate mitigation, adaptation and climate resilient measures. The transaction, which is funded equally by DEG and Proparco, marks the fourth joint operation between Proparco, DEG and MCB. 💚 MCB, the largest bank in Mauritius and a growing regional player, has embarked on an ambitious sustainability and climate action journey over the last few years. This journey includes the development of a dedicated governance structure to improve sustainable outcomes and a transition workforce to mainstream climate-risk analysis and reinforce the bank’s sustainable and climate financing offer for local, regional and international players in Mauritius and Africa. ⚡ A key focus for MCB is to grow its presence in the energy and infrastructure sectors, guided by its approach to responsibly finance affordable energy while helping economies transition to cleaner solutions. 🤝 The new investment by Proparco and DEG proves the trust placed on MCB and its active role in supporting Mauritius and the African continent’s transition to #LowCarbon, #ResourceEfficient and #ClimateResilient economies and is perfectly aligned with DEG’s climate and impact strategy. #fin4dev MCB Group

Australia's Build-to-Rent Sector: A Golden Opportunity Awaits in 2024 Australia's build-to-rent sector is set for a monumental year, with a record $2.2 billion in transactions signaling unmatched growth potential. Amidst a landscape of low vacancy rates and burgeoning population needs, the sector stands out as a resilient and lucrative investment opportunity. For investors looking to diversify and capitalize on emerging trends, the BTR sector offers a promising avenue. Recent government incentives for foreign investment further amplify its appeal, promising even greater returns. Ready to tap into Australia's thriving BTR sector? Schedule your consultation with Lagos Financial today and unlock the door to strategic investment opportunities tailored just for you. Book your consultation 👉 https://lnkd.in/gGXiR_BD #BuildToRent #RealEstateInvestment #FutureTrends #LagosFinancial

Australia's Build-to-Rent Sector: A Golden Opportunity Awaits in 2024 Australia's build-to-rent sector is set for a monumental year, with a record $2.2 billion in transactions signaling unmatched growth potential. Amidst a landscape of low vacancy rates and burgeoning population needs, the sector stands out as a resilient and lucrative investment opportunity. For investors looking to diversify and capitalize on emerging trends, the BTR sector offers a promising avenue. Recent government incentives for foreign investment further amplify its appeal, promising even greater returns. Ready to tap into Australia's thriving BTR sector? Schedule your consultation with Lagos Financial today and unlock the door to strategic investment opportunities tailored just for you. Book your consultation 👉 https://lnkd.in/gGhW7djk #BuildToRent #RealEstateInvestment #FutureTrends #LagosFinancial

Last week presented yet another opportunity for Absa to bring together thought leaders and property experts from across the region for the 11th annual East Africa Property Investment Summit. Throughout the two-day summit, it was a opportunity to reiterate our commitment to continue empowering our clients and stakeholders’ success through the provision of relevant financial and non-financial support. As part of this commitment, we continue to support our clients in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania and have seen our relationships deepen with property players across various asset classes including retail and commercial office space, affordable housing, student accommodation and industrial warehousing to name a few while promoting sustainable and green building developments. As a case in point, last year, our sustainability commitment culminated in the introduction of sustainable solutions with Acorn Holdings on a KES 6.7 billion financing agreement aimed at developing 10 purpose- built student accommodation projects. The deal saw the addition of 12,000 beds to the Acorn Student Accommodation D-REITs, bringing the total bed portfolio to 21,000 beds - the largest such portfolio in D-REIT market, and first financer in the REIT space across Africa. This project is currently ongoing and on track. Absa's enduring commitment to the East African property market reflects confidence in its economic potential. Through strategic property investments and construction projects, Absa fuels economic and community development, creating jobs, enhancing infrastructure, and raising living standards of our people. #AbsaCorporate&InvestmentBanking #AfricaExpertise # EAPI2024 #YourStoryMatters Absa Bank Kenya

Kukula Capital, in collaboration with Tandem Circular Consulting, and supported by Climate Compatible Growth, was pleased to present its investment research findings at the Urban Hotel on April 18th. This dissemination event drew stakeholders from the government, local commercial banks, and the development aid sector. Kukula and Tandem’s research zeroed in on a critical question: How can stakeholders increase private investment into climate-friendly projects in Zambia, and what would the outcomes be? Why This Matters: Zambia requires $17.2 billion in capital to meet its Nationally Determined Contributions under the Paris Agreement. Despite recent efforts to channel investment into climate compatible projects, a significant investment gap persists. Kukula and Tandem’s research provides a landscape analysis and practical recommendations to address bottlenecks to private sector investment. Who Should Read the Report? The insights from Kukula and Tandem are intended for a broad audience, including institutional investors, SMEs, commercial banks, market enablers, the government, and the development aid sector. To access the full report, please contact Kukula Capital or Tandem Circular Consulting. #ClimateInvestment #Zambia #SustainableDevelopment #ClimateCompatibleGrowth #FlexibleResearchFund #Kukula #Tandem

"Accelerate Change, Drive Impact! Excited to invite you to the Africa Sustainable Capital Markets 2024 on March 4, 2024, ahead of Bonds & Loans in Cape Town. Explore innovative financing approaches shaping Africa's economic future. Let's address challenges, foster resilience, and pave the way for sustainable growth. Africa's capital markets require a new financing approach to complement the traditional sources of lending and financing. This fresh approach is vital to effectively support the investment needed for the continent's shift toward a low-carbon, socially inclusive, and resilient economy. However, without additional efforts to improve the foundational structures and standards of sustainable capital markets in Africa, there is a significant risk of fragmentation and greenwashing, which can hinder the development of integrated and resilient. SPEAK | SPONSOR | ATTEND CONTACT THE TEAM Stanley Austin Content & Sales saustin@asfi.africa 0044 7815 033 375 Sophie Masipa Partnership & Communications smasipa@asfi.africa 0027 76 090 8496 Michael Ndinisa Sponsorship & Sales mndinisa@asfi.africa 0027 76 058 4044 #SustainableFinance #Innovation #ASCM2024 #EconomicResilience #SustainableFinance #ImpactInvesting #EconomicResilience #GreenFinance #AfricaDevelopment #FinanceInnovation #SustainableEconomy #ResponsibleInvesting #ASCM2024 #CapitalMarkets #SocialInclusion #ClimateAction #InvestmentLeadership #FinanceForChange #CapeTownEvents

🌐 Yesterday, at the AVPN South Asia Summit, we hosted a panel discussion on the WASH Investor Landscape. 🎙 Moderated by Mr. Kartikeya Desai, CEO of Desai & Associates, the panel featured investors: Ms. Shruti Goel, Director at Upaya Social Ventures, shared insights from the Solid Waste Management (SWM) sector. Ms. Simmi Sareen, Director at Unitus Capital, with her expertise in SWM equity investment. Mr. Sai Pramodh, Associate Vice President at Caspian Debt, discussed wastewater treatment and sanitation. 🔍 The session was a deep dive into strategies for leveraging private sector investment in WASH. Key highlights included: Innovative Financing Models: Exploring new approaches for mobilizing private capital towards critical WASH projects. Scalable Solutions: Showcasing successful case studies of private sector involvement in developing scalable WASH solutions. Business Case for WASH: Understanding private sector involvement's mutual benefits and economic viability. 💡 Our eagerly anticipated report focuses on the underfunded sectors in WASH - Waste Water Treatment, Sanitation, and Solid Waste Management. It seeks to capture the investor perspective, emphasizing the need for private investment in these crucial areas. 🌟 The panel was followed by insightful remarks from: Mr. Ali Ezzatyar, Acting Deputy Mission Director at USAID, and Ms. Roopa Mishra is the SBM-Urban & Mission Director at the Government of India - Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA). This report has been commissioned by USAID and MoHUA, underscoring its critical importance and the high level of engagement and interest from key stakeholders in the WASH sector. Stay tuned for the comprehensive report, offering an in-depth analysis and actionable strategies to address the financing gap in India's WASH sector. #AVPNSummit #WASHInvestment #SustainableDevelopment #PrivateSectorImpact