In this month’s issue, Kasief Isaacs, CEO of Creation Capital, explores the rapid rise of private credit as a core financing tool for emerging markets. He argues that as traditional lending channels struggle to meet the needs of growing economies, private credit is increasingly funding the infrastructure, businesses and productive assets that underpin long-term growth across Africa and the broader BRICS+ economies, while offering investors access to real-economy-linked returns and enhanced downside protection. Read on p.14-15.

In addition, we speak with Anthony Chaillet and Dr. Mario Wilhelm of 3IF Ventures, following the first close of the Inclusive Insurance Investment Fund at $12 million. They discuss the vast protection gap across Africa, how technology-driven startups can expand access to affordable insurance, and why they believe inclusive insurance represents both a significant social impact opportunity and a compelling investment market.(p.13).

We also speak with Josh Romisher of Holocene following the final close of Holocene Ventures Fund I, Southern Africa’s first dedicated high-growth climate technology fund. He discusses investor appetite for African climate tech, the sectors attracting the most attention, and why he believes African founders are uniquely positioned to build scalable solutions at the intersection of climate resilience, energy transition and economic development. Read on p.16.

Finally, we examine how infrastructure funds are becoming a key force in mobilising private capital across Africa. As governments and development institutions look beyond public funding to address the continent’s vast infrastructure needs, specialised fund managers are creating innovative investment platforms that connect institutional capital with opportunities in renewable energy, transport, digital infrastructure and logistics, helping to drive long-term economic growth and development. Read on p.22.