With over $40 billion in assets and equity capital of $7.2 billion, Afreximbank plays a central role in financing African trade and strategic projects, particularly in the oil and gas sector. Ranked number one as lead arranger and bookrunner in Bloomberg Africa Borrower Loans’ 2025 ranking, it facilitates intra-African investment and supports sustainable economic growth on the continent.
The African Export-Import Bank, Afreximbank, has strengthened its position in African capital markets according to the 2025 Bloomberg Africa Borrower Loans ranking. It holds 1st place as mandated lead arranger and bookrunner, with 23.65% and 21.66% market shares across 20 and 14 transactions respectively, and 3rd place as administrative agent with 13 operations and a 13.92% market share.
“AFREXIMBANK now plays a central role in financing development in Africa. Thanks to its credibility in international capital markets, the bank manages to mobilise significant resources to finance strategic projects. It also helps reduce the perception of African risk and attract more investment to the continent.” Adamou Louché, Economist – Niger
Afreximbank’s operations primarily target infrastructure and the energy sector, illustrating its strategic role in financing key sectors across Africa. With total assets of more than 40.1 billion dollars and equity amounting to 7.2 billion dollars, the Bank mobilises domestic and international capital to support economic growth, strengthen intra-African trade, and bridge the financing gap in the continent’s critical industries.
“While challenges persist, notably surrounding risk perception and global economic instability, significant opportunities remain, provided investments are strategically channeled.
Adamou Louché, Economist – Niger
