Beyond the Budget 2024 Collaboratively building infrastructure that moves Africa forward Get in touch Absa | Corporate and Investment Banking > Insights and Events > Beyond the Budget 2024 Beyond the Budget 2024 There is untapped potential in the development of Africa’s logistics and transport infrastructure. When the public and private sector collaborate strategically, we can promote inclusive growth that drives the continent towards a more sustainable future. At Absa, we invite you to write this next progressive chapter with us. Your story matters. How can the public and private sectors partner to develop transport and logistics infrastructure and unlock inclusive economic growth in South Africa? Pan-African Insights Unlocking your organisation’s potential with insight and sustainable solutions. POWER, UTILITIES & INFRASTRUCTURE INSIGHTS A reform of the Logistics sector is critical for SA economy As we review the national budget for 2024, one of the key pieces of the economic growth puzzle is the logistics sector in our country. Read more ESD INSIGHTS SERIES Ecosystem banking is key to develop ESD While access to finance is a key part in the support of Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD) initiatives, a focus on broader “Ecosystem Banking” is critical to ensure the ongoing sustainability of initiatives. Read more POWER, UTILITIES & INFRASTRUCTURE INSIGHTS Solutioning for South Africa’s energy crisis South Africa is a country with immense potential. Yet, the nation finds itself in a profound polycrisis with high levels of unemployment, deep social inequality and a protracted and crippling energy environment. Read more POWER, UTILITIES & INFRASTRUCTURE INSIGHTS Budgeting on a successful energy transition South Africa is Eskom and Eskom is South Africa. As we review the Budget for 2023, it is evident that energy will be at the centre of almost every discussion across the public and private sector. Read more ESD INSIGHTS SERIES Building the future corporates of Ghana Ghana’s economy has hogged headlines in the past few months amid soaring inflation, a decline in growth and an aggressive monetary policy tightening, prompting the country’s Government to approach the International Monetary Fund for assistance. Read more DEALS SOLA/TRONOX Our sustainable finance goals include assisting clients on their journeys to transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources, supporting our strategic theme of being an active force for good. Read more DEALS Enabling business that invests in the future We’re proud to announce our role in arranging the biggest sustainability deal to date - Harmony Gold Mining Group's syndicated, multi-trance, sustainability-linked and green use of proceeds term debt package. Read more DEALS Redefining the future through green energy finance Green, clean, energy is the way to go. Our R5,2bn deal with Globeleq demonstrates our commitment to the financing of clean energy and the acceleration of investments that make a sustainable impact on the communities we serve. The bravery to imagine. That’s Africanacity Read more DEALS Partnering to Power Africa Making business visions a reality with a R11,6 billion renewable energy project Read more Podcasts Is green energy the solution to Africa’s energy dilemma? As Africa’s population grows exponentially, will there be enough resources to provide the continent with sufficient energy? Podcasts Can Africa capitalise on its renewable resources to avoid an energy crisis? Africa has an abundance of minerals and alternative energy resources spread across the continent, but are they being extracted and used as efficiently as possible? Podcasts Absa Bank Kenya breaks tradition and goes out looking to help grow SMEs Business Banking Director Elizabeth Wasunna-Ochwa believes all strata of society want opportunity and access to the market. Podcasts SMMEs in South Africa: Enterprise Supply Developments need to up their game The progressive attitude of policymakers has sparked a revolution that will see SMEs flourish on the African continent. Podcasts Localisation improves Africa’s access to mainstream supply chains The future of business on the African continent is in the hands of small and medium enterprises. Listen as David Mparutsa talks to this. PUBLIC SECTOR INSIGHTS Challenges & expectations to help drive infrastructure in South Africa Bakang Letshwiti discusses the challenges & expectations to help drive infrastructure in South Africa, which can in turn, benefit multiple sectors Let us contact you Our representatives will get back to you in 3 working days Contact Form Share your details with us and a banking expert will get in touch you at your convenience. CONTACT INFORMATION Name Surname Job title Company name Company e-mail address Contact number (with country code) Are you an existing Absa client? Yes No HOW CAN WE HELP YOU What is your query related to? 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