
Sub-Saharan Africa
About Us
Our work embraces the dynamic between foreign investment and local development to unlock private capital and drive sustainable growth in Sub-Saharan Africa
With 160+ investment professionals across 8+ offices and a track record of more than 10 years in the continent, our team has a deep understanding of African markets.
Our range of clients includes indigenous and foreign-owned companies, financial institutions, and governments.
To date, we have advised on over US$8B in transactions across sectors including energy and infrastructure, agriculture and agri-business, manufacturing, financial services, healthcare, real estate, and more.

Africa: The world’s next growth market

By 2050, Africa will be home to 2.5B people, a quarter of the world’s population

Africa’s vast trade and Investment potential and expanding continental integration (AfcFTA) primes the continent to be a significant player in the global economy

CrossBoundary has been committed to Africa’s growth story since our founding in 2011; we’ve ridden the headwinds and tailwinds and will continue to deliver impact on the continent because we authentically care

We intend to continue crafting investable opportunities on the continent to enable relevant stakeholders to capture the value from Africa’s growth
Capabilities
We provide our clients with the expertise they need to ensure the best outcomes
Transaction Advisory
We provide our clients with the expertise they need to ensure the best outcomes
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Matching socially impactful projects with the right capital providers, clearly articulating both commercial returns and societal benefits
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Navigating market complexities to support a variety of capital providers and policymakersÂ
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Leveraging big data and analytics to turn obscure data points in underserved markets into actionable insights for your strategy
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Providing governments with strategic advice on how to attract private investments, while also facilitating public-private partnerships
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Through our Mini-Grid Innovation Lab, we refine and validate business model innovations aimed at expanding energy access in off-grid areas
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Navigate the structuring and negotiation process to achieve both short- and long-term objectives
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Zero in on high-ROI investment targets across multiple sectors, evaluating their commercial viability, and aligning with fundraising and strategic needs
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Streamlining the capital acquisition process, effectively linking projects with both domestic and international investors
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Designing financial vehicles tailored to your sector, maximizing both financial returns and social impact
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Engineering finance structures that combine public and private funds, reducing investment risks without diluting returns
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Dissecting markets to provide actionable insights into local trends, competitive landscapes, and regulatory environments
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Our rigorous vetting process includes financial feasibility studies and real-time data on regulatory climates, fortifying your investment decisions
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From equity to debt and even niche products like political risk insurance, we source the right types of capital from investors who align with your needs
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Post-acquisition, charting a path to growth through business development strategies, operational improvements, and cost-saving measures
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In-depth financial feasibility studies, valuations, and FX risk analyses to guide investment choices
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With a deep understanding of market dynamics, we help clients achieve specific procurement objectives efficiently and cost-effectively
Engagements
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CrossBoundary AdvisoryEthiopia
Business Valuation Support for Pan-African Medical Equipment Distributor
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CrossBoundary AdvisoryDemocratic Republic of Congo
Capital Raise for a Pioneering Coffee & Cocoa Cooperative in DRC
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CrossBoundary AdvisoryBurkina Faso
Support to the Design of the West Africa Bright Future Fund
Insights
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CrossBoundary Advisory07.12.2024Report
Building Bridges: Case studies on successful collaboration between donors and development finance institutions
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CrossBoundary Advisory07.10.2024Report
The case for DFI and donor collaboration in fostering private sector investment in frontier markets
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CrossBoundary Advisory12.09.2024Blog
CrossBoundary supporting climate finance initiatives in Malawi
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CrossBoundary Advisory12.08.2024Blog
Strengthening Ghana’s youth-led farming ventures through the BRIDGE-in Agriculture program
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CrossBoundary Advisory17.07.2024Report
Investment opportunities and needs in frontier markets across Africa: Insights from ARIA countries
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CrossBoundary Advisory22.12.2022Blog
An eye towards scaling inclusive optical retail in Africa
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CrossBoundary Advisory18.10.2023Blog
CrossBoundary attends the Nigeria Energy Leadership Summit
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CrossBoundary Group05.12.2013Publication
Investment Facilitation in Transitional and Fragile States
Our Team
