The Emerging Africa Infrastructure Fund (EAIF) is a public-private partnership that mobilizes capital from both public and private sources to lend to businesses involved in creating, improving, or expanding infrastructure in sub-Saharan Africa. The fund provides long-term commercial debt financing, particularly targeting infrastructure projects in fragile states where conventional lenders are often hesitant due to higher risks. EAIF focuses on impactful infrastructure projects that stimulate economic growth and development across the region.
Notable portfolio companies include Eastcastle Infrastructure and Raxio Group, which have raised $30 million and $155.14 million, respectively. Managed by Ninety One, EAIF emphasizes delivering inclusive and impactful infrastructure projects. The fund's investment philosophy centers on stimulating economies, encouraging enterprise, combating poverty, and unlocking human potential. EAIF also offers value-added services such as sharing experience, stimulating debate, and being open to innovative ideas to support the growth and success of its portfolio companies.
Portfolio Snapshot
Portfolio activity breakdown across disclosed investments and stages
EAIF: A public-private partnership funding infrastructure projects in sub-Saharan Africa.
Nigeria Infrastructure Debt Fund
Amethis Finance
Eiffel Investment Group
E3 Capital
e3-cap.com
Cube Infrastructure Managers
Emerging Capital Partners
ecpinvestments.com
Panafrican Investment
picinvest.com
Efina
efina.org.ng
Adenia Partners
adenia.com
European Financing Partners
edfi.eu
African Development Bank
afdb.org
Global Partnerships/Eleos Social Venture Fund
Vital Capital
vital-capital.com
Investisseurs & Partenaires - I&P
ietp.com
Electrification Financing Initiative
electrifi.eu
