The global financial market is expected to play a key role in the attainment of the sustainable development goals. Particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa where there is a huge financing gap, the role of the financial market cannot be overemphasized. Indeed, in class we had several guest lectures that provided key information on some of the issues in this area.

i. Briefly discuss sustainable banking and finance, impact investing and sustainable private equity in the context of Sub-Saharan Africa.

ii. What are some of the initiatives and programs underlying sustainable banking and finance, impact investing and sustainable private equity that are being implemented or in the pipeline in this region?

iii. Discuss any three challenges you perceive will confront the implementation of the principles of sustainable banking and finance, impact investing and sustainable private equity in the region.