Sanjeev Mansotra and Planet One Group are involved in solar energy, agriculture, mining and education projects across Africa, combining private investment with development-focused initiatives.
Tag: Development Finance
ShafDB signs MOU with CPF Group to scale up development of affordable housing
The agreement seeks to provide a platform for intervention across the affordable housing value chain.
Insurance has a crucial role to play in driving the sustainability of farming and give impetus to Zambia’s socio-economic development
With Zambia having recently commemorated Farmer’s Day and the contributions and work made by farmers in the agricultural sector in the country, Hollard has highlighted the importance of ensuring the sustainability of farming in the country, by providing adequate disaster risk financing mechanisms as a means to protect farmers against natural and man-made disasters.
Global African Hydrogen Summit Channelling Capital Towards Critical Sectors For Sustainable Development
With more than 600 million people across Africa lacking access to electricity, the International Energy Agency (IEA) estimates that Africa will need to double its electricity generation capacity by 2040 to meet growing demand. Southern Africa, with its abundant renewable resources, is poised to become a leading exporter of green energy.
UDB Focuses on Sustainability and Innovation to Drive Uganda’s socio-economic development
Uganda Development Bank Ltd (UDB), the country’s national Development Finance Institution and the Best Bank in East Africa 2024, has today announced its 2023 annual performance, highlighting its continued pivotal role in fostering economic resilience and sustainable growth across key sectors of the economy.
Under Attack: Online Sellers Face Mounting Threat from Payment Scams
When it comes to online shopping, it’s not just customers who can fall victim to scams. Many scams target businesses and sellers, making it essential for anyone selling goods online to understand how to avoid these pitfalls and what steps to take if their business is affected.
Experts reveal how businesses and sellers can spot online payment scams
When it comes to online shopping, customers aren’t the only ones who can fall victim to scams. Many scams target businesses and sellers instead, therefore anyone selling goods online must know how to avoid being impacted and what to do if their business is affected.
Adenia Closes Fifth Flagship Fund Oversubscribed at $470M
Adenia Partners (“Adenia”), a leading private equity firm focused on growth opportunities in Africa, has successfully closed its fifth fund, Adenia Capital V (the “Fund”, “AC(V)” or “Fund V”) at its $470 million hard cap. The Fund, which was significantly oversubscribed, attracted commitments from new and existing investors globally.