The article discusses how Africa’s pension funds possess substantial capital but face challenges in making these investments viable.Philippe Valahu, a key figure at PIDG (Pan-African Investment Development Group), aims to address this by establishing up to 10 guarantee platforms by 2030.These platforms will channel domestic savings into long-term infrastructure projects using local currency, reducing reliance on foreign capital.

This initiative follows Nigeria’s pension funds’ shift from skepticism to active participation in infrastructure debt after an initial $26m exit from InfraCredit.

The strategy highlights the potential for regional financial institutions to bridge gaps between savings and investment, fostering sustainable development.

Valahu emphasizes the need for domestic solutions to unlock Africa’s economic potential, aligning with broader efforts to strengthen local financial systems and attract private sector involvement in infrastructure growth.