Closing Africa’s infrastructure gap will require more than capital — it will demand bankable projects, policy certainty, and risk-sharing frameworks.
Despite strong investor interest, many infrastructure projects in Africa struggle to reach financial close. Key constraints include regulatory uncertainty, foreign exchange risk, and project preparation gaps.
Development finance institutions continue to play a catalytic role, but private capital is increasingly selective. Investors are prioritising projects with clear revenue models, stable policy environments, and strong government support.
As African states seek to accelerate infrastructure delivery, aligning policy, finance, and execution will be critical.