From High Risk to High Reward: Financing Sustainable Aquaculture in Africa
This session explores opportunities in sustainable African aquaculture – high potential or high risk? It will highlight innovative, scalable models that advance equitable, socially inclusive business growth and examine how early movers can unlock greater economic and environmental value. Using real-world case studies, investors will gain actionable strategies to de-risk investments, scale nature-positive solutions, and mobilize financing that helps support more resilient food systems, strengthens local supply chains, and fosters diverse community participation.
Framing
This short section provides context for the event to ensure all participants, regardless of prior knowledge, are equipped to engage with the discussion.
The African Aquaculture Business Leaders Network (AABLN) is a pre-competitive platform uniting private sector business leaders across Africa’s aquaculture supply chain. Together, they collaborate to overcome shared challenges and drive sustainable production for improved food security, livelihoods, and socio-economic development. By fostering collective action and knowledge exchange, the network accelerates systemic change and unlocks new investment opportunities. Members include farmers, feed and pharmaceutical companies, financial institutions, and philanthropic organisations committed to a thriving, resilient, and inclusive African aquaculture sector.
