Cairo, 05 March 2026: – African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) welcomes GCR Ratings’ (“GCR”) latest Rating action on the Bank, affirming the Bank’s international scale long and short-term issuer ratings of A and A2 respectively. The outlook was revised to “Stable” from “Rating Watch Evolving”. GCR has also affirmed the international scale long term programme rating
Afreximbank sweeps 2025 Bloomberg Africa Borrower Loans League Tables; affirming top spot as Africa’s Leading Arranger and Bookrunner
Cairo, Egypt, 04 March 2026: African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has solidified its dominance in African capital markets, clinching the Number 1 ranking as both Mandated Lead Arranger and Bookrunner in the 2025 Bloomberg Africa Borrower Loans League Tables, as well as the Number 3 ranking for Administrative Agent. These rankings recognise the Bank’s leadership in
AAMFI appoints Dr. Corneille Karekezi as Chairperson as the Alliance welcomes new members; Banque Ouest Africaine de Développement and Regional Maritime Development Bank
Members of the AAMFI Governing Council Addis Ababa, 03 March, 2026 – The Alliance of African Multilateral Financial Institutions (AAMFI) has appointed Dr. Corneille Karekezi as Chairperson of its Governing Council, succeeding Samaila Zubairu, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), who served as the Alliance’s second Chairperson following its establishment
Afreximbank raises CARICOM financing cap to $5 billion to accelerate regional transformation
Afreximbank President, Dr George Elombi addresses the 50th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the CARICOM in Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis, 02 March 2026: – Pan African Multilateral Bank, African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), has announced a major expansion of its engagement with the Caribbean Community
Pesalink and PAPSS Unlock Cross-Border Payments in Local Currencies in Kenya
Instant 24/7 bank-to-bank transfers across African borders in local currencies Simpler cross-border payments for individuals, businesses, and SMEs 80 plus Pesalink network participants now linked to 160 plus PAPSS participating banks 26 February 2026, Nairobi, Kenya: Pesalink, Kenya’s de facto instant payment network, has partnered with the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) to ease
Africa Infrastructure Financing Facility Launched to Strengthen Continental Financial Sovereignty
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – 25 February 2026 — African Heads of State and Government on February 14, 2026, formally launched the Africa Infrastructure Financing Facility (AIFF), a coordinated, Africa-led platform designed to accelerate the preparation and facilitation of financing for priority cross-border infrastructure projects aligned with Agenda 2063. The launch took place during the Third
CANEX Creations Inc. Invests in Feature Film Clarissa, Acquired for Worldwide Distribution by NEON
Cairo, Egypt — 19 February 2026 CANEX Creations Inc. (CCInc), the intellectual property investment subsidiary backed by Afreximbank’s Fund for Export Development in Africa (FEDA), today announced its investment in the feature film Clarissa, a Nigerian-produced drama directed by twin filmmakers Arie and Chuko Esiri. The film has been acquired for worldwide distribution by NEON,
Afreximbank accelerates Bahamas infrastructure modernization with US$100-million facility to Bahamas Striping Group
Nassau, The Bahamas, 11 Feb. 2026: – In a transformative boost to the Caribbean’s transport network,African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has announced the disbursement of a US$100 million Receivables Discounting Facility to Bahamas Striping Group of Companies Ltd (BSGC). This funding is to assist with the financing of the rehabilitation and construction of over 200 miles
South Africa Joins Afreximbank, announces US$8bn Country Programme
Johannesburg, South Africa, 04 February 2026: – The Republic of South Africa has today officially acceded to the Establishment Agreement of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), Africa’s leading Multilateral Financial Institution, marking the formal entry of one of Africa’s largest economies into the Bank’s membership, heralding deeper financial sovereignty. The accession follows the South African
Afreximbank announces top 8 finalists for its flagship Accelerator Program
Eight visionary startups selected to advance Africa’s intra-continental trade and industrialisation goals Finalists are eligible subject to selection criteria to receive up to US$250,000 in equity investment, expert mentorship, and exclusive market access Cairo, Egypt 2nd February 2026: African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) is excited to announce the selection of the top 8 finalists of the
Afreximbank bolsters Angola’s Energy Sector with a $1.75-billion facility for Sonangol in 2025
Cairo, Egypt – 28 January 2026 – African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), working with other mandated lead arrangers, successfully closed a US$1.75 billion syndicated receivables purchase facility for Sonangol, Angola’s national oil company in July 2025. The strategic financing will support Sonangol’s projected operating and capital expenditure requirements, while advancing Afreximbank’s mandate to promote African-led financing
Afreximbank announces termination of its credit rating relationship with Fitch
Cairo, Egypt… Friday, 23 January 2026: African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has today officially terminated its credit rating relationship with Fitch Ratings. This decision follows a review of the relationship, and its firm belief that the credit rating exercise no longer reflects a good understanding of the Bank’s Establishment Agreement, its mission and its mandate. Afreximbank’s