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How are DFIs investing in and fostering growth in sub-Saharan African frontier markets? https://lnkd.in/e6hU_v3s Through the Africa Resilience Investment Accelerator (ARIA), a #marketcreation initiative we started with British International Investment, we’ve just published a report drawing on an analysis of over 2,700 DFI Investments made since 2010 by 9 DFIs and a survey of investment professionals from 11 institutions--for a total of USD 71.8 bln over the period. The report highlights the approaches organizations are taking, the lessons they’re learning and how even greater investment can be delivered in future. The publication also includes several case studies of investments in frontier markets in #Africa – drawing out key characteristics that have contributed to their success. Read the report here: https://lnkd.in/e6hU_v3s #ImpactInvesting #DevelopmentFinance

Today at the #AfricaInvestmentForum: ✅ Conversations with Heads of State: Accelerating Africa's Economic Transformation ✅ Responsible Industrialization: Investing in Productivity, Progress and Prosperity ✅ Launch of the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones Alliance Full programme: https://bit.ly/AfricaIF #AIF2023

Are you planning on attending AFSIC - Investing in Africa, Africa's leading investment conference, on 9th - 10th October 2023 in #London?    If you would like to go and don’t yet have a ticket, Executives in Africa can offer you a discount off the prevailing delegate rate as key Sponsors of AFSIC and for the Sustainable Growth Lead Stream.   AFSIC is entirely focused on matching Africa’s most attractive and dynamic businesses with business and investment partners.  A significant percentage of Africa's top investors, investment bankers, and business leaders will be in London to attend this annual event which is deemed to be one of the largest conduits of investment for Africa.    Why attend AFSIC? ·       AFSIC connects companies seeking funding for growth to the right African investors and vice versa. ·       200+ Africa's top investors, dealmakers and business leaders will be speaking across both days in sessions focused on Africa’s most attractive business sectors ·       Quickfire Sessions, profiling multiple opportunities in a short period of time plus the renowned ‘Meet African Dealmakers’ networking drinks evening ·       High profile opportunity to grow your network across the entire African continent ·       Integrated and dynamic Country Summits focusing in on the best business and investment opportunities in Africa’s largest and fastest growing economies, and allowing attendees to deepen their market knowledge in a very short period of time.   Richard Putley, EiA Co-Founder, along with members of our Consulting team will be glad to welcome you to the EiA exhibition booth (P-13). We will also be at the Meet African Dealmakers Networking Event on Monday evening as well as Chairing various sessions across both days.    Meet us there and find out why we believe your Business Leaders are your greatest investment.   For more information you can download the 2023 Agenda - AFSIC 2023 - Investing in Africa here https://bit.ly/3BDFTkp #afsic2023 #Africa #Investment #business #conference

A guide to investing in Ethiopia   The BEIC Project Ethiopia, funded by the European Union and implemented by Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH and the European Chamber in Ethiopia have launched an Investors’ Guide with the aim of supporting investors navigate Ethiopia’s investment landscape. The document, which is endorsed by the Ethiopian Investment Commission (EIC), provides an overview of recent developments in Ethiopia’s business environment, strategic investment sectors, EU-Ethiopia trade relations, investment procedures for new investors and key institutions and agencies important to investing in Ethiopia.   Download the document here: https://lnkd.in/dida-G2s Do you know anyone who wants to kick-start their investment journey in Ethiopia? Share this with your network and help us spread the word! #Ethiopia #InvestinEthiopia #InvestorsGuide #BEIC #GIZ #EuroChamber #EuropeanUnion #Business #Investment

Inefficiency Creates 39% Public Investment Gap Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus A large portion of public investment in Africa is lost to inefficiency, creating an investment efficiency gap of 39%, which is higher than Europe (17%) and Asia (29%). This is according to an analysis by the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) in its Africa Economic Outlook 2024. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/d8k2dsg7

Co-organized by the French Council of Investors in Africa (CIAN) and L'Opinion, the Invest in Africa Forum 2024, scheduled for April 23rd in Paris, is a must-attend event for French decision-makers looking to assess investment opportunities and challenges on the continent. #Africa #investment #partnership #economy #geopolitics

The AFSIC - Investing in Africa event is rapidly approaching, scheduled for October 9th and 10th. We are thrilled to be part of this exceptional event and invite you to join us as we delve into the extensive world of investment opportunities within Africa. As the regional industry body promoting the growth of private capital allocation and investment activities in Central Africa. #CAMPEA is honored to be a partner of #AFSIC - Investing in Africa 2023. This partnership reinforces our commitment to fostering investments across Central Africa and the entire African continent. We firmly believe in Africa's immense potential, and this event is a testament to the exciting possibilities that lie ahead. If you share our enthusiasm for investing in Africa and are eager to connect at AFSIC, we encourage you to register today at https://lnkd.in/gA64WGw. Together, let's explore how we can collaborate to shape a brighter and more impactful financial future for Africa. Stay tuned for further updates as we approach AFSIC. We are eagerly looking forward to engaging with you as we embark on this investment journey in Africa! #AFSIC2023 #InvestingInAfrica #AfricanInvestments #CAMPEA #CentralAfrica #FinancialFuture #InvestmentOpportunities #AfricaPotential #CollaborationOpportunities #FinancialImpact #AFSICEvent

Stay tuned for the upcoming video presenting our research paper, "The Location Choice of Foreign Direct Investment and Economic Development in Africa." The study sheds light on the strategic location choices made by international investors. As Somalia makes ambitious efforts to attract foreign investment, the video will also provide a comprehensive understanding of the overall landscape of foreign investment. #StayTuned #The7institute #Mogadishu #Somalia #FDI

I'd like to share with you the technical note titled "The Case for Global Public Investment: Redesigning Development Assistance in Ethiopia".  https://lnkd.in/ezxTZVtT

#Investment: Africa Investment Forum: Building financial powerhouse on the continent 🌍 The Africa Investment Forum (AIF) concluded its recent gathering in Marrakech with a resounding success, securing $35 billion in investment interests. This brings the total to $177.92 billion since the forum's inception in 2018, showcasing Africa's immense potential and growing investor confidence. Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), the forum's mastermind, aptly stated, "We are building a financial powerhouse around investment in Africa." This sentiment echoes the growing belief that Africa is poised to become a major investment hub. 💡Key Takeaways from the Forum: ✅Strong Investor Interest: The forum's success highlights the rising appetite of investors for African opportunities. This is particularly evident in sectors like agro-industry, strategic minerals, transportation, infrastructure, renewable energy, and creative industries. ✅Agriculture, Infrastructure, and Energy Dominate: These sectors attracted the majority of the $35 billion in investment interests, reflecting their critical importance for Africa's development. ✅African Leadership and Collaboration: The active participation of African leaders and businesses underscores the continent's commitment to driving its own development agenda. The AIF is a testament to Africa's rising economic prowess and its attractiveness as an investment destination. With continued collaboration and commitment, the continent is well-positioned to build a robust financial powerhouse and achieve sustainable development. 💬Interested in investing in Africa? Please contact us, we will be glad to guide you in terms of investment and advisory. 📩 info@hamilcarcapital.com ⬇️ In your opinion, what is the best way to be a long-term investor in Africa? Like, comment and share 🤝 #HamilcarCapital #Investment #InvestingInAfrica #SustainableInvesting #FrontierMarkets