Managers of Wealth Africa

South Africa: Big Banks Promise to Power Green Energy, but How Long Will It Take?

The envisaged network of on-site and off-site solar and wind farms will offer 24/7 renewable energy to Anglo's South African operations

African Development Bank to help fund Eskom climate change transition

The AfDB is part of consortium of international finance institutions which in November at the COP26 conference on climate change pledged to help raise $8.5 billion to establish a just energy transition facility.

Credit Suisse acts as Sole Conservation Bond Structurer on World Bank's 'Rhino Bond'

Black rhinoceroses are categorized as critically endangered species, the next categorization being extinct in the wild, and their shrinking population reflects broader issues in biodiversity and conservation.

Sterling Bank Harps on Cleaner Nigeria

We have been on this journey for more than 10 years.

Dean Lam: HSBC Mauritius supports the island’s climate change agenda and actively champions its transition to net zero

Recent research published by HSBC and BCG notes that up to half of the estimated $100trn investment needed to deliver net zero supply chains will have to be directed towards SMEs

To protect our planet, we need bold African leadership

While climate change is accentuating the biodiversity crisis, we also threaten African habitats with loss and degradation when they are not managed in accordance with best scientific knowledge.

Standard Bank unveils climate targets to support Africa’s sustainable development

Group sets course for a net zero future and pledges to mobilise a cumulative amount of between R250 billion and R300 billion in sustainable finance by end of 2026.

AfricaGoGreen Fund receives over $30 million investments from the African Development Bank

Launched in early 2021 with EUR 45 million in catalytic capital, the AfricaGoGreen Fund is a flagship project under the G20 Compact with Africa.

SA’s most vulnerable hit the hardest by climate change

Sanlam youth-led dialogue reveals the importance of investing in infrastructure and urban planning if we want a sustainable future

Embracing sustainable business is key to accelerating Africa’s economic growth

It is fostering innovation and is addressing some of our most pressing needs, such as the fight against climate change.

African Development Bank Group approves $379.6 million Desert to Power financing facility for the G5 Sahel countries

The facility is expected to result in 500 MW of additional solar generation capacity and facilitate electricity access to some 695,000 households.

EBRD, GCF and EU boost green investments in Morocco

The financing, of which the equivalent of €18.75 million in local currency (MAD) will be provided by the EBRD and €6.25 million by the GCF

Time ticking for banks over climate risk rules

The guidance has profound consequences on climate-related risks management, governance, strategy, competitive advantages and disclosure frameworks.

East African banks under pressure to report climate risks

The latest regulation on ESG is the Guidance on Climate Related Risks issued by the Central Bank of Kenya in October 2021

Into 2022: tomorrow never comes, that’s why you should Perform Today

The Greatest Wave of Investment Democratisation

Helios Secures Africa’s First ESG-linked Capital Call Facility for Fund IV

This aligns to our objective of growing Sustainable Finance across the continent with appropriate and credible product development.

Why ESG investing is here to stay and how Mauritius’ financial services sector can capitalize on it

Sustainable and accountable investing and reporting is here to stay.

Investec to Offer Private Bank Clients Solar-Power Financing

We are planning on giving our clients access to multiple providers and exclusive solutions,” the Johannesburg-based lender said a response to questions.

Private investors are crucial to the future of ESG

Here's how they can find their voice.

Mozambique at the Top 5 Greenest Countries in Africa

Using nearly 100% green and sustainable energy, Mozambique is the greenest country in the world