Investors Gearing Up For Climate Resilient Opportunities Of 2-billion At Africa's Green Economy Summit This Week

" Africa's Green Economy Summit forms a vital link between global capital and sustainable projects in the continent. The summit unites investors, project leaders, and policymakers, fostering connections and paving the way for an inclusive green economy and a sustainable future for all," says Harsen Nyambe, Director of the African Union's Sustainable Environment and Blue Economy Directorate and a featured speaker at this year's AGES.

He continues: "The journey toward a sustainable future depends on our collective ability to attract investment, encourage collaboration, and take decisive actions to support Africa's transition to a greener economy. This will unleash innovations capable of transforming sectors and stimulating economic growth, leading to a resilient and thriving future for the continent."

Sanlam Investments returns as the event's name sponsor. "The AGES summit is a platform for us to have real discussions and commit to creating impact," according to Carl Roothman, CEO of the Sanlam Investments Group.

"The African Development Bank is proud to be one of the lead sponsors of Africa's Green Economy Summit 2025," states Anthony Nyong, AfDB's Director of Climate Change and Green Growth. He adds: "This event underscores the Bank's unwavering commitment in supporting Africa's transition to inclusive and green growth through our Climate Change and Green Growth Framework 2021-2030. By developing green innovative initiatives and hosting dedicated climate change funds, we are committed to fostering a climate resilient and prosperous future for Africa."

"Standard Bank is committed to driving sustainability with a key focus on renewable energy and the just energy transition as well as waste and water solutions. As a Gold Sponsor of the AGES Summit, we are able to fulfil our mission by establishing relationships with key partners enabling us to deliver suitable solutions to our clients ensuring that they are future ready." - Deerosh Maharaj Executive Head: Energy, Infrastructure and Mining, Business and Commercial Banking, Standard Bank