AFRICA FINANCE CORPORATION ( AFC ) DEVELOPING AND FINANCING INFRASTRUCTURE ACROSS AFRICA

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1 AFRICA FINANCE CORPORATION ( AFC ) DEVELOPING AND FINANCING INFRASTRUCTURE ACROSS AFRICA

2 AFC Conceived to fill a critical infrastructure void in the Market Africa s share of global private infrastructure investment has remained small, despite improved governance and macroeconomic conditions. Substantial demand for infrastructure assets exists Returns are attractive relative to more developed markets Yet there are few successful projects Due to lack of project structuring expertise and risk capital Investment flows now further threatened by tighter credit markets

3 International Institution, established by treaty AFC is an international institution established by treaty between independent sovereign states. Current Members Nigeria (Host Country), Ghana, Guinea Bissau, Sierra Leone, The Gambia, Liberia, Guinea Conakry, Chad, Cape Verde, Gabon, Côte d Ivoire, Rwanda and Uganda Prospective Members Kenya, Mozambique, Tanzania, Zambia, Cameroon, Senegal, Mali and Mauritius, AfDB (African Development Bank), EBID (ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development) and EADB (East African Development Bank) Various prospective new members are at different stages of due-diligence

4 Private Sector Majority Owned and Managed AFC Shareholders include: the Central Bank of Nigeria, various African financial institutions, and other industrial/corporate shareholders Central Bank of Nigeria, 42.50% Corporates, 9.80% African Financial Institutions, 47.70% Central Bank of Nigeria: Anchor capital for start-up Solidifies partnership with host government Shareholding held in trust for other African investors African Financial Institutions: Promotes synergy between African banks Strengthens local support and partnership Ensures proximity to projects/transaction flows African Industrials and Corporations: Integrates local corporate experience Strengthens support from leading local sponsors With total equity of USD1.37bn, AFC operates a strong dollar denominated balance sheet and mainly provides financing in this currency

5 Mission & Vision of the Africa Finance Corporation Vision Be the leading African institution in infrastructure financing on the continent Mission Foster economic growth and industrial development of African countries, while delivering a competitive return on investment to our shareholders

6 Specialized Sector Focus Across Africa AFC prioritizes sectors with simultaneously high profit, potential and developmental impact Current focus is on originating and executing transactions in the following sectors:

7 Business Model: Leading Financier & Adviser

8 Selected Partners

9 Global Standard Professional Team The AFC team comprises a diverse group of professionals, with varied competencies and significant experience in banking and infrastructure across the continent Diversity: Largely bi-lingual and multi-cultural group of approximately 75 professionals, from various countries across the continent and globally Competence: Widespread backgrounds, with qualifications in areas ranging from Engineering to Banking and Finance, Project Development and Consulting Experience: Team comprises professionals recruited from international investment banks, DFIs, utilities, regional banks and operating companies

10 AFC Value Proposition AFC has various innovative proposals for project success Commercial Viability Need for appropriate contractual arrangements with adequate guarantees, security considerations, demand and supply, local and regional economic fundamentals, etc. AFC would ensure the project is commercially viable for ultimate project bankability Financial Viability Long term equity and debt financing required (particularly from local sources), as well as access to EXIM/ECA/DFI funds. AFC would leverage its balance sheet and institutional relationships for innovative local currency instruments as may be appropriate Licensing & Regulatory Risk Sharing Funding Model Ensuring various stages of the Project are actualized on time and within a reasonable and approved budget AFC to utilize existing local network to ensure necessary and requisite regulatory and licensing approvals to fast-track project implementation. Structuring needs to be careful to provide adequate scope for risk and cost sharing across the different stages of the Project life-cycle AFC brings unique in-house project development capacity that would supplement the project sponsors, strategic partners and local entrepreneurs capabilities for project implementation AFC ensures that all key considerations for the delivery of a successful cement plant project are well managed

11 AFC Value Proposition AFC brings an understanding of key risks relating to industrial projects and ensures that all project risks are well mitigated Key Risks Critical Parameters Contractual & Legal Framework Technology, Construction & Operations Special Project Company status, jurisdiction and arbitration, enforceability risks, collateral and security arrangements, inter-creditor arrangements, project lending agreements Engineering designs, selection, permits, licenses and approvals, EPC contractor and O&M Operator credibility, engineering oversight, fuel supply issues (where appropriate) Financial Coverage of fixed obligations, Debt Service Ratio, refinancing risk, sensitivity analyses, capital structure and liquidity Counterparty Exposure Market Competition Project parties due diligence (EPC contractor, O&M contractor, etc) Industry and sector fundamentals, demand outlook, cost structure, foreign exchange exposure, competitive advantages

12 Project Structure AFC assists in assembling strong project consortiums to ensure project bankability Equity Providers Debt Providers Project Company/ Vehicle Project Sponsors AGREEMENTS O&M Engineering Consultants EPC Contract Strategic Partnerships Legal

13 Potential AFC Roles Roles AFC can play towards successful financial close/project execution Early Stage Project Support Early-stage project development advisory/coordination to ensure studies, surveys, contracts, agreements, negotiations & assessments are well funded, and carried out in a manner to ensure project is bankable/ completed on time. Debt Syndication Syndication of long-dated debt instruments for the Project, lending AFC s industry expertise, structuring ability and balance sheet. Innovative Financing Solutions AFC, working with sponsors can arrange innovative financing structures as well as provide/arrange credit enhancements necessary to lower borrowing costs. Early Stage Equity Capital Arrange early-stage equity capital, attracting long-term oriented investors who can provide a base for subsequent debt/equity raising and project success. Mezzanine Financing Provide advisory and anchor financing for a successful issue of structured financing instruments, tailored to align with the Project cash flows. Technical Advisory AFC industry experts review and advise on engineering/construction related elements of the Project, ensuring consistency with international standards and financing realities Financial Advisory Financial Advisory on subsequent capital raising programs including valuation support, investor education and coordination of involved in fundraising process e.g. lawyers, lenders, future potential investors, etc.

14 Sample Transaction: West Africa Under-Sea Cable Opportunity Main One SPV set up to own and operate a sub-marine fibre optic cable from Portugal to South Africa, landing in Nigeria and Ghana Consists of 12,378km long cabling, with landing stations in key markets across Northern, Western and Central Africa Capacity is circa10x the current size of SAT-3, Nigeria s monopoly cable Strong revenues from leases/capacity sales to leading telecoms operators Transaction Highlights Project first phase (cost: US$240m) is cable from Portugal to Nigeria, with landing points on West African Coast cable system has been extended to Cameroun AFC is largest equity investor with up to US$37m committed Sponsors are local African entrepreneurs and institutions Initial Financing partners: AfDB, DEG, Nigerian banks Current Financing partners: Nigerian banks Has mproved regional connectivity and access to Broadband and ICT services Significant cost reductions to local businesses and consumers. A Tier 3 Data Center has been delivered and is fully operational 14

15 Other AFC Projects & Transactions

16 Other AFC Projects & Transactions

17 Other AFC Projects & Transactions

18 CONTACT INFORMATION: Dr. Ini J. Urua Snr. Vice President- East and Southern Africa Africa Finance Corporation 3a Osborne Road, Ikoyi, Lagos, Nigeria Tel: Cell: ini.urua@africafc.org Web:

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