Africa’s $777 Billion Opportunity. Why local capital must power the energy transition.
Africa’s $777 Billion Opportunity. Why local capital must power the energy transition.
Ariya explores why local capital is key to closing Africa’s $777bn energy investment gap in new CFI article.
Africa holds the resources to lead the global energy transition — from vast solar and wind potential to surging demand from growing economies. But a $777 billion investment gap threatens to hold the continent back.
In a new article published by CFI, Ariya ReEnergy - Ariya Group’s dedicated investment company focused on unlocking Africa’s renewable energy potential - explores why unlocking Africa’s energy future will depend not just on foreign aid or international banks, but on local capital stepping up. With insights on risk, returns, and what’s needed to move from ambition to action, the piece calls for African pension funds, insurers, and sovereign investors to play a catalytic role in building a more resilient, inclusive energy system.
