Sustainable Finance in Africa: U.S. Pathways - ASFI Group | Catalyst for Economic and Climate Resilience

Africa–U.S. Pathways

22 - 23 September 2025

Derisking High-Growth Sectors

As Africa scales up investment in critical sectors—energy, extractives, manufacturing, agribusiness, digital, and healthcare—U.S. partnerships can help de-risk capital flows and accelerate inclusive, green growth. This session explores how policy alignment, blended finance, and innovation can reduce investment barriers and unlock sustainable prosperity across the continent’s most dynamic, high-potential industries.

Featured

Growth Industries

As geopolitical shifts disrupt traditional funding streams for Africa’s climate resilience, adaption and transition infrastructure, the continent is embracing innovative financing mechanisms and partnerships that prioritize resilience, inclusivity, and market-driven impact. With a reduced reliance on conventional funding routes, how are African nations, private investors, and multilateral actors reshaping the landscape—turning high-risk assets into sustainable opportunities, even in the face of debt crises and global instability?

Creative Industries

Africa’s creative economy—spanning fashion, art, music, gaming, architecture, film, and sport (FAMGAFS)—is a $200 billion+ opportunity waiting in plain sight. Yet systemic challenges like fragmented infrastructure, skills mismatches, and limited access to data and finance have long stifled its growth. Now, private capital is stepping in as a transformative force, bridging gaps and building ecosystems that empower creators to turn talent into sustainable businesses

Workshops

Intimate, facilitator-led discussions (6–12 participants) diving into niche topics. Designed for peer-to-peer knowledge-sharing, problem-solving, and debate. Sessions typically run 60–90 minutes, prioritizing depth over breadth. Ideal for experts or enthusiasts seeking actionable insights and focused networking

Networking

Structured sessions that enable attendees to build relationships, exchange ideas, and collaborate. Designed for in-person, virtual, or hybrid formats to foster meaningful connections across industries and roles.

Roundtables

Facilitated sessions where participants engage in hands-on activities, collaborate on real-world challenges, and develop practical skills. Typically 60–90 minutes, blending group exercises, expert guidance, and peer feedback to ensure actionable takeaways. Ideal for skill-building and problem-solving.

Ike Emehelu

Partner, Akin Gump

Eric Osiakwan

Managing Partner, Chanzo Capital

Claude Grunitzky

CEO, The Equity Alliance

William Burckart

CEO, The Investment Integration Project

Ade Adefeko

Director Corporate & Regulatory Affairs, Olam Agri

Stanley Austin

Partner, Africonomie Group

Olumide Lala

Founder & Director, Climate Transitions Ltd

Ben Gyepi-Garbrah II

Managing Director, SATIG LLC

Deals

Onitsha River Port:Ready for Investment

A Nigerian infrastructure management and advisory firm has secured the concession to rehabilitate, operate, and transfer the Onitsha River Port—a project with the potential to drive significant economic growth in Nigeria. We are actively supporting the project company in raising approximately $123 million in equity and debt financing to finance the port's rehabilitation and expansion, establish a Free Trade Zone, and construct a 10MW combined cycle gas power plant.

5 MM SCF/Day Mini LNG Plant

With a proven track record of supplying Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) to mid-sized and large FMCG customers for more sustainable and cost-effective power generation, our client is now expanding through vertical integration. They are developing a 5-million SCF/day LNG plant in Ajaokuta, Kogi State, to serve leading consumer plants across Nigeria’s FMCG, power, and auto-gas sectors. We are actively supporting the project company in raising approximately $36 million in equity and debt financing to drive this vital infrastructure initiative forward.

Invest in Nigeria First World-Class Entertainment Arena

How is it possible that Africa’s largest economy and the birthplace of Afrobeats still lacks a world-class entertainment arena? Nigeria, a global cultural powerhouse, has produced some of the biggest names in music, film, and entertainment. Yet, despite its booming creative economy and a massive fanbase hungry for live experiences, the country lacks the infrastructure to host large-scale concerts, international tours, and major events. The time to change that is now. We are seeking around $60m to compliment investments from a leading African sovereign wealth funds, institutional and private investors to transform Nigeria’s entertainment infrastructure landscape.

Bluechip MNO Anchored Telecom Towers

The founders are seeking a $1.5 million (or its Ghana Cedi equivalent) seed investment to support the establishment and rollout of a new telecom tower infrastructure venture in Ghana. This equity injection will finance initial CAPEX, working capital, and provide cash cover for LC financing, which will fund site CAPEX and O&M during the first 12 months. The investment will facilitate the construction of 52 MTN-anchored towers, setting the stage for the company’s growth and long-term success.

Invitation-Only Dinner

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AfroVerse

Celebrating African and Afro-diasporic culture through music, art, or storytelling.

Co-curate an Experience

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22 - 23 September 2025

Derisking High-Growth Sectors

Sponsors

Featured

Growth Industries

Creative Industries

Formats

Workshops

Networking

Roundtables

Speaking

Ike Emehelu

Eric Osiakwan

Claude Grunitzky

William Burckart

Ade Adefeko

Stanley Austin

Olumide Lala

Ben Gyepi-Garbrah II

Deals

Onitsha River Port:Ready for Investment

5 MM SCF/Day Mini LNG Plant

Invest in Nigeria First World-Class Entertainment Arena

Bluechip MNO Anchored Telecom Towers

Experiences

Invitation-Only Dinner

AfroVerse

Co-curate an Experience

Team

Stanley Austin

Partner & Director

Tayo Adeyemi

Partner

Peace Natachy

Partner

Benjamin Gyepi-Garbrah II.

Partner

Partners