2017-06-28

Five Reasons Why Capital Markets Matter in Africa

FSD Africa identifies five critical reasons for developing domestic capital markets to address the continent's significant financing gaps and economic challenges. These markets provide long-term local currency funding for priority sectors, complement declining concessional aid, and mitigate foreign exchange risks associated with external debt. Additionally, they facilitate financing for urbanization and climate change while diversifying the bank-dominated financial sector to support sustainable development.

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