Herta von Stiegel Joins African Allocator Podcast to Discuss Africa's Energy Investment Future

Jul 3

"The wildebeest didn't care what was on my business card."

It's one of Herta von Stiegel's favourite reflections from her recent conversation with the African Allocator podcast, and one that perfectly captures where a journey spanning decades first began.

In this wide-ranging discussion with host Chipo Muwowo, Herta explores the experiences that shaped Ariya Capital and shares her perspective on one of the defining investment opportunities of our time: unlocking long-term capital for Africa's energy transition.

The conversation examines why Africa must move beyond project-by-project energy development, what it will take for African pension funds and insurers to play a much greater role in financing the continent's future, and why commercially sustainable investment remains the foundation for lasting impact.

Along the way, Herta also offers candid insights into what it really takes to operate on the front line of Africa's energy transition, from navigating investment realities to building platforms capable of delivering long-term economic growth.

We're grateful to Chipo Muwowo and the African Allocator team for the opportunity to share Ariya's story and contribute to the conversation around Africa's energy future.

Listen to the episode:

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