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Wola Asase

Deputy Director & Head, Syndications, Africa Finance Corporation
Wola Asase

Before joining AFC Wola was a Senior Syndication Officer at the International Finance Corporation (“IFC”, World Bank Group). Out of his 12 years professional career at IFC he spent 7 years of that time located in Washington DC office, 1 year in Dakar &  4 years in Lagos . Prior to this, he held roles of increasing responsibility, from the position of an Investment Analyst to Syndication Officer at International Finance Corporation. Earlier in his career and prior to joining IFC, he was an Investment Analyst at UBS Investment Bank on Wall Street.

Wola is an Investment and Development Finance professional with a wealth of experience in project, Sovereign and corporate finance Syndication, business development, deal structuring, client relationship management, financial and valuation analysis amongst others, garnered across roles in North America, Latin America, Eastern Europe, Middle East and Sub-Sahara Africa. He holds a dual degree in Business and Management Information Systems from Cardinal Stritch University in the USA and an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

Agenda

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Breakout 1
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Saturday
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9:00 am
Aldrich 109
Bridging the Power Gap: Energy Solutions for Powering Africa’s Future
This panel explores cross-border infrastructure and renewables to unify Africa’s energy grid and drive economic growth.
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Bridging the Power Gap: Energy Solutions for Powering Africa’s Future

In the face of widespread energy inequities, this panel will examine how cross-border infrastructure and renewable energy innovation can reshape Africa’s energy landscape. Experts will discuss strategies for creating a unified energy grid across the continent, integrating both renewable and traditional energy sources. Attendees will learn how a coordinated approach can drive Africa’s energy independence and power economic growth

America/New_York
Feb 15, 2025 9:00 AM
Aldrich 109
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Lunches
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Saturday
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12:45 pm
Batten Hives 207
Africa Finance Corporation | presentation and networking
Join AFC to explore innovative financing, infrastructure growth, and career opportunities shaping Africa’s future.
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Africa Finance Corporation | presentation and networking

Join the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) for an insightful session on how innovative financing solutions are transforming Africa’s infrastructure landscape. This session will explore AFC’s approach to de-risking investments, fostering sustainable industrialization & resource monetization, and driving climate resilience. Learn how AFC is bridging the continent’s $100 billion annual infrastructure gap through strategic partnerships, project development and extensive cutting-edge financial instruments. Plus, discover AFC’s exciting career opportunities, competitive benefits, and impact-driven work culture.

America/New_York
Feb 15, 2025 12:45 PM
Batten Hives 207
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Africa Finance Corporation