BII at AFSIC 2026 – How Investing in Black owned and led businesses in Africa pays dividends.

At this year’s AFSIC conference, British International Investment (BII) British International Investment is bringing together investors and business leaders to discuss one of Africa’s most overlooked investment opportunities, Black-owned and led businesses (BOLD). The discussion will coincide with the publication of BII’s new BOLD Market Mapping Report, which highlights the financing gap and examines the barriers that continue to limit access to capital for these businesses despite their contribution to economic growth, innovation and job creation across the continent.

As part of the conversation, this article by Chris Chijiutomi, BII’s MD and Head of Africa, explores why investing in Black-owned and led businesses is not only an important driver of inclusive growth, but also a compelling commercial opportunity.

How investing in black owned and led businesses in africa pays dividends