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​Capital that builds confidence in South Africa’s tomorrow

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Absa Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) is proud to partner with the South African National Treasury as the sole lead arranger and infrastructure finance structuring agent of a R11.8 billion Infrastructure and Development Finance Bond. This purpose-driven instrument is designed to finance or refinance priority infrastructure under the Government’s Budget Facility for Infrastructure (BFI) programme. 

The innovative bond is designed to channel long-term capital into critical public infrastructure projects across South Africa, empowering national priorities.

Absa CIB’s appointment underscores the trust placed in our expertise and our ongoing commitment to delivering market-leading financial solutions that drive sustainable growth and impact. We are proud to support  the South African National Treasury’s vision for economic resilience and inclusive development, reinforcing Absa’s role as a trusted partner to public institutions, investors, and markets.

This milestone bond unlocks long-term investment for South Africa’s vital infrastructure to advance economic resilience and inclusive growth for all South Africans. The successful execution of this transaction is a testament to our ongoing efforts to shape impactful, developmental outcomes for South Africa’s future. Testament to Absa’s proven expertise and unwavering commitment to sustainable, impactful financial solutions, this milestone transaction demonstrates Absa CIB’s dedication to driving positive change for our nation, our client, and our markets.

We are invested in your story, and we invite you to write it with us.

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