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Africa stands at the precipice of an unprecedented energy transformation. With renewable energy investment surging from $2.6 billion in 2021 to an estimated $40 billion in 2024, the continent is experiencing a 15-fold increase that signals both extraordinary opportunity and evolving market dynamics.

For mid‑market sponsors, capital is still available, but the bar is higher. Lenders and private credit are laser‑focused on five areas: absorption, pre‑leasing, cost overrun protection, equity (25–35%), and sponsor strength, with Canada adding a decisive sixth: CMHC program eligibility.