Premier Credit Uganda, a subsidiary of Platcorp Group, has secured a $1.5 million investment from Enabling Qapital, a Swiss impact asset manager, to expand financial inclusion in Uganda. The funding will scale microfinance services, support SMEs, and extend access to credit for women, youth, and rural communities, reinforcing Platcorp’s leadership in sustainable finance across Africa.
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Why Impact Investing Must Reshape M&A Strategy in Africa’s Energy Landscape
As Africa experiences a transformative energy transition, traditional M&A strategies focused solely on financial returns fall short in addressing social and environmental challenges. This article argues that impact investing must reshape merger and acquisition approaches in Africa’s energy sector by integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria into valuation and deal-making. Through case studies from Angola and Namibia, it demonstrates how embedding impact metrics into financial models can enhance value creation, support sustainable development, and align investments with local sovereignty and community needs.
Saad Kassis-Mohamed Honored with Forbes 30 Under 30 and Presidential Award for Social Impact
Saad Kassis-Mohamed, Chairman of WeCare Foundation, has been honored with Forbes 30 Under 30 and the Order of the Republic for his leadership in sustainable finance, ethical innovation, and global philanthropy.