16 OCTOBER 2025

Absa Africa Financial
Markets Index 2025

AFMI 2025

Now in its ninth year, the Absa Africa Financial Markets Index will once again assess financial development across the continent, with a focus on market accessibility, openness and transparency. This benchmark report provides investors with insights into the market infrastructure across the continent while enabling policymakers to learn from key developments throughout Africa.

The 2025 index, produced by OMFIF and sponsored by Absa, with support from the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa, evaluates 29 African countries using a combination of quantitative data and survey insights from more than 50 institutions, including central banks, stock exchanges, regulators, market participants and international development bodies.

The Absa Africa Financial Markets Index 2025 benchmarks 29 economies representing 80% of Africa’s GDP, assessing market depth, transparency, and sustainability. Now in its ninth year, the Index tracks progress in ESG integration, digital finance, and market reform—highlighting how African economies are advancing toward stronger, more connected financial systems.

This year’s report takes a closer look at

  • Diversification of financial products
  • Adoption of environmental, social and governance frameworks
  • Advances in digital innovation
  • Efforts to strengthen regulatory systems

Join us as we take a deeper look at emerging themes reshaping Africa's financial landscape. This event presents a unique opportunity for you to gain valuable insights into financial product diversity, the advancement of environmental, social, and governance frameworks, the accelerating adoption of digital technologies, and efforts to strengthen legal and regulatory regimes. The Index is a demonstration of how we are invested in Africa's story. Meaningful progress across these areas will be pivotal in enhancing Africa's appeal to investors and ensuring resilience amid global economic headwinds.

Meet the team

Anthony-Kirui

Anthony Kirui

Head of Global Markets, Africa Regional Operations, Absa

Jeff-Gable

Jeff Gable

Head of Macro and Fixed Income Research, Absa

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