Unlocking Capital:
Financing Africa's Energy Future
21 May 2025
10:00 Dakar
11:00 Lagos/London
12:00 Cape Town
13:00 Nairobi/Cairo
Unlocking Capital: Financing Africa's Energy Future
The African energy sector is at a critical juncture, facing a significant financing gap that could impede progress towards universal energy access and a sustainable energy transition.
In the fourth episode of the African Business Energy Series, key stakeholders will explore strategies for unlocking the capital required to bridge this financing gap. Experts from the public and private sectors will discuss the investment landscape, identify barriers to funding, and present innovative mechanisms that have successfully mobilized capital for energy projects across the continent. From blended finance and green bonds to public-private partnerships, the discussion will highlight solutions that can accelerate Africa’s progress towards sustainable and equitable energy access.
Beyond finance, the conversation will address policy and regulatory frameworks. Many investors cite policy uncertainty as a major deterrent to investing in African energy projects. By examining successful regulatory reforms and risk mitigation strategies, the panel will investigate how governments and financial institutions can collaborate to create an environment that enables investment
Panellists to be announced soon
