AVPA April Newsletter 2025
‘With a median age of 19.3, Africa boasts one of the youngest populations globally, a demographic that is a goldmine for technology, innovation, and jobs. As the continent continues to grapple with poverty, unemployment, and inequality, the integration of AI within the investment ecosystem presents an opportunity to enhance decision-making, optimize resource allocation, and unlock scalable, […]
AVPA March Newsletter 2025
‘Catalytic capital plays a crucial role in de-risking early-stage investments, but without credible reporting, investors hesitate to commit. Currently, less than 5% of global impact capital currently flows to Africa, despite the continent’s vast potential. The solution lies in stronger, standardised impact measurement frameworks that validate results, align stakeholder interests, and unlock critical funding for […]
AVPA February Newsletter 2025
‘At AVPA, we believe that Africa’s greatest untapped resource is not just its minerals or markets, but its people. Youth, women, and underserved communities across the continent hold immense potential, but they need the right support—whether financial, intellectual, or social—to truly thrive. This is where catalytic capital comes in. We need bold, risk-taking investors who […]
AVPA January Newsletter 2025
‘2025 will be a year of bold action and deliberate and meaningful collaboration through strong partnerships. At AVPA, we are committed to doing our part in helping our network mobilise and deploy additional capital for impact, and build high-impact partnerships, and innovations needed to unlock Africa’s potential. This year, we will focus on scaling the […]
AVPA End of Year Newsletter 2024
‘As we wrap up 2024, I take pride in reflecting on a year filled with transformative milestones and significant firsts for AVPA. This year has been pivotal, highlighted by the launch of groundbreaking initiatives and a strengthened commitment to being a catalyst for sustainable impact throughout Africa. The #2024AVPAConference in Nairobi, Kenya November 4-6, stood […]
AVPA September Newsletter 2024
‘Welcome to the 2024 AVPA Conference, a dynamic three-day event designed to inspire conversations and highlight opportunities that catalyse Africa’s sustainable growth. This year’s theme focuses on three powerful components: Impact Inception, Impact by Collaboration, and Impact in Action.’ Read More
AVPA July Newsletter 2024
‘Africa is at a pivotal moment, brimming with opportunities to accelerate progress towards the SDGs by 2030. The continent is witnessing a surge in transformative solutions, and an emboldened self-assured populace owning the charge for its sustainable growth. These challenges present opportunities, but only if we seize the moment by collaborating to urgently enable strategic […]
AVPA June Newsletter 2024
‘In recent weeks, Kenya has experienced significant unrest, marking what could be a historic turning point for the country and even the continent. The events in Kenya remind us of both the collective power of our youth but also the need to work collectively and constructively in closing the opportunity gaps across Africa. They point […]
AVPA February Newsletter 2024
‘In a recent article by The Brookings Institute titled “Finance for climate adaptation in Africa is still insufficient and losing ground”, the continent is one of the most affected regions by climate change and its current and historical greenhouse gas emissions are minuscule at a global scale. However, the region received only 20% of global adaptation […]
AVPA January Newsletter 2024
‘The impact of climate change is increasingly being felt with devastating floods reported across various parts of the continent and the challenge of youth unemployment accelerating towards possibly being insurmountable if not addressed with urgency. More than ever before, the African impact space is demanding very urgent action. This includes more capital mobilisation to address […]