British International Investment

Across Africa, one word can carry many meanings, shaped by language, culture and lived experience. Dieu-Donne Gameli, CFA discusses 'resilience' from an Ewe perspective. #AfricaDay #BII #ImpactInAction #Africa #Diversity #Inclusion #AfricaRising

Many African cultures have a shared understanding of connection and collective responsibility. In this video Inge Schneider reflects on the South African philosophy of Ubuntu meaning “I am because we are” and how it shapes the way we work at BII. #BII #ImpactInAction #ImpactInvesting

Fatima Jimanate Umar-Obubo, an Umoja Works member, reflects on the Hausa phrase “Kasuwa mai Tasowa” meaning a market that is emerging or becoming. Rather than focusing on what markets lack, this perspective centres on what is possible. #BII #ImpactInAction #FrontierMarkets #ImpactInvesting

Nadia El-Tawil shares the Arabic understanding of impact as something that creates lasting change. It’s a perspective that reflects how we work at BII, investing in businesses that create jobs, strengthen essential services and expand opportunity. #BII #ImpactInAction #ImpactInvesting #Africa

This Spotlight is from Vivianne Infante, Coverage Director – Ethiopia, DRC and ARIA Lead. Vivianne shares insights on the DRC, a key Frontier Market where BII is investing to support a more balanced, resilient economy. Listen to her perspective. #BII #ImpactInAction #FrontierMarkets #EconomicGrowth

We've signed an MoU with FinDev Canada. We aim to: - Collaborate on joint transactions of up to $100 million, with a goal to mobilise up to $500 million in private capital. - lowering barriers for private investors and drive capital toward sustainable development. Learn more here: lnkd.in/ew2Vt5B6

🌍 Shape the Future with Impact! 🌍 Applications open for our Investment & Impact Graduate Analyst Programme! Gain hands-on experience, travel to countries we invest in, and help drive real change. Watch Ruby Palmer’s video for a glimpse. *UK-based programme. Africa-based programme coming soon

To celebrate #AfricaDay, we’ve launched a special voicenote series sharing what makes Africa such an exciting place for impact investing. Sherine Shohdy, Head of Office and Coverage Director, whose insights reflect the spirit of innovation, resilience, and opportunity that define Africa today.

“Africa is often seen as a place of challenges, but it’s also where some of the most exciting opportunities are.” — Fatima Jimanate Umar, Investment Executive, Nigeria In the latest episode of our Africa Day series, Fatima shares how development finance is helping unlock what’s already possible.

As part of ‘Innovations changing the world’, we’re highlighting Fasal. Their app helps farmers predict weather, optimise resources like fertiliser and water, and secure top crop prices. #InnovationsChangingTheWorld #Agriculture #SustainableFarming #SustainableInvesting #BIIImpact

We’re proud to support TradeDepot, a platform empowering informal retailers in Nigeria, especially women-led microbusinesses, with easier access to goods and financial services. #WomenInBusiness #ImpactInvesting #DevelopmentFinance #SustainableDevelopment #FemaleEntrepreneurs #SocialImpact