Climate-Conscious Capital Masterclass: Integrating Climate Risk and Opportunity in Private Equity and Venture Capital in Africa.

Over the last decade; there has been a growing recognition of the key role played by the global finance community in the quest to achieve true sustainable development; through proactive management of environmental and social risks created by business and investment activities. Managing sustainability issues in a rapidly changing climate poses significant risks to investors and businesses; reshaping trends across geographical regions as well as strategic; financial; reputational and operational dimensions. Although climate change poses significant risks; it also offers unprecedented opportunities for those businesses prepared to adapt and innovate. For private equity and venture capital organizations; understanding and navigating these dynamics is not only a strategic imperative; but also a pathway to sustainable; long-term value creation.