What's Happening?
Sanlam Investments has announced its continued sponsorship of Africa’s Green Economy Summit (AGES) for the third consecutive year, set to take place in February 2026. The summit serves as a crucial platform
for connecting global capital with African green projects, focusing on renewable energy, water security, waste reduction, and climate finance. Since its inception in 2023, AGES has showcased over 90 investment-ready initiatives valued at more than $8.7 billion. Sanlam's commitment reflects its investment philosophy of achieving 'holistic returns' that combine financial gains with positive environmental and social impacts.
Why It's Important?
Sanlam's ongoing sponsorship of AGES highlights the increasing importance of sustainable investment in Africa, a continent at the forefront of climate change challenges and opportunities. By supporting the summit, Sanlam is facilitating the flow of capital into projects that aim to create long-term value for ecosystems, communities, and investors. This initiative is crucial for accelerating Africa's transition to a green economy, fostering innovation, and promoting inclusive growth. As global attention on climate finance intensifies, such partnerships are vital for addressing the climate finance gap and driving sustainable development across the continent.
What's Next?
The 2026 summit will feature dedicated pitch stages, investor roundtables, and matchmaking sessions with development finance institutions, venture capital funds, banks, and asset managers. The event will also focus on nature and biodiversity finance, exploring emerging markets for biodiversity credits and nature-based finance. These activities aim to strengthen the summit's impact and reinforce the urgency of addressing Africa's climate finance gap. Stakeholders are expected to continue leveraging the summit as a platform for collaboration and investment in sustainable projects, further advancing Africa's green economy.
