Multilateral development bank
International Finance Corporation
The private-sector arm of the World Bank Group and one of the largest investors in African private enterprise and private funds.
Africa mandate and approach
Provides loans, equity, guarantees and advisory services to companies and financial institutions, and commits capital to private equity and venture funds as an anchor limited partner.
Investment focus
- Sectors
- Financial servicesInfrastructureEnergy and powerAgriculture and foodHealthcareManufacturing and industrialsTechnology
- Stages and strategies
- GrowthFund investmentsProject financePrivate credit
- Instruments
- EquityDebtGuarantees
- Regions
- Africa-wide
In The Meridian’s transaction records
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Sources
- International Finance Corporation official website, www.ifc.org. Accessed 14 November 2026; link checked 14 November 2026.