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CrossBoundary Access on trends to watch in Africa’s mini-grid financing sector

Senior Investment Associate, Terry Otinga, recently participated in a panel at the Alliance for Rural Electrification's 10th Energy Access Investment Forum. Drawing from our work financing mini-grids across rural Africa, she shares 3 key trends the team has observed.

Unlocking Carbon Finance: a project finance Masterclass by CrossBoundary and Gold Standard

The carbon market landscape offers promising avenues for advancing sustainability goals and addressing climate challenges. Yet, navigating these markets can be challenging, especially for those new to the field.

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Mycelium advantage: mushroom-based insulation for Africa’s construction boom

As Africa experiences rapid urban growth, the construction sector faces a dual challenge: meeting demand for new housing and doing so sustainably. One Kenyan social enterprise, MycoTile, is stepping up with an innovative solution—insulation panels made from agricultural waste bonded with mushroom mycelium.

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Unlocking Capital for Solar Energy in Haiti – Solengy’s Growth Story

Expanding energy access in frontier markets requires more than capital—it demands a deliberate effort to connect investors with high-potential businesses. Solengy Haiti S.A., a pioneering solar energy provider in Haiti, is a prime example of how investment facilitation bridges this gap.

Bridging the Gender Gap in Entrepreneurship: Financing Models to Scale Women-led Enterprises in Northern Nigeria

Women across Africa consistently receive significantly less funding than their male counterparts. According to Africa: The Big Deal, in 2023, women-led ventures in Africa raised just above $200 million.

Transforming post-harvest losses into business opportunities: the journey of Tropical Snacks

Augustina Asor Tufuor, a 31-year-old entrepreneur, saw an opportunity in the high post-harvest losses affecting farmers in Ghana. She founded Tropical Snacks, an agri-business that produces natural, nutritious, and tasty snacks sourced directly from smallholder farmers.

Electrifying India’s and Southeast Asia’s transportation backbone

Two- and three-wheelers account for a large proportion of personal transport in India and Southeast Asia, especially among low- and middle-income populations. These vehicles also serve as a critical component of the informal transport sector.

Perspectives from Mining Indaba 2025 on the evolving mining sector in Africa

The CrossBoundary Advisory team joined industry leaders at Mining Indaba 2025, bringing our African mining expertise to one of Africa's premier mining conferences. The convening highlighted how Africa is confidently stepping into its role at the global negotiating table, seeking partnerships that drive mutual growth and prosperity.