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Mobilising Private Capital and De-risking Opportunities for Transformative Projects

09 Dec 2025
Main Stage

As the region advances transformative energy initiatives, new financing approaches aid in moving projects from planning to execution. This session explores practical models; blended finance, public-private partnerships and digital funding platforms that de-risk opportunities, mobilise private capital, and create clear entry points for regional and international investors.

Chairperson
Ruth Laurencia Balounga, Legal Counsel - Geni & Kebe Lawyers
Speakers
Antoine John Esther, Chief Operating Officer, West and Central Africa - Trade and Development Bank
Abdoulaye Daffe, Vice President - West African Development Bank
Biro Condé, Managing Director - Francophone West & Central Africa - U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC)
Serigne Saliou Diouf, Investment Manager - FONSIS
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