As part of the Future of Energy Conference 2025, the AGI Energy Service Centre and Swisscontact hosted a high-level side event on the theme: “From Barriers to Bankable Solutions - Unlocking Clean Energy Finance for African Industries.”

The session convened key industry leaders, financial experts, policymakers, and clean energy advocates to explore innovative pathways for bridging financing gaps in Africa’s energy transition.

Speakers shared valuable insights on:

• Overcoming barriers to clean energy financing.

• Developing bankable renewable energy projects.

• The role of financial institutions in driving sustainable industrial growth.

• Collaborative approaches between regulators, investors, and businesses.

With contributions from experts representing the AGI-ESC, Swisscontact, Energy Commission, Ecobank and Republic Bank, the discussion provided practical solutions to accelerate industrial decarbonisation and access to clean energy funding.

This album captures the highlights of the side event , showcasing thought leadership, knowledge exchange, and commitment to unlocking sustainable energy finance for Africa’s future.