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Africa's Sovereign Wealth Funds Surge to Nearly $1 Trillion

12/2/2025

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Africa's state-owned institutions now oversee nearly $1 trillion, per GlobalSWF.
The shift follows cuts in foreign aid, prompting more domestic investment.
Five sovereign wealth funds were created in 2025, including the Oyo State Sovereign Wealth Fund ( Nigeria).
Sub-Saharan Africa still holds just 1% of the global $14.3 trillion.
The rise reflects a shift to public investment amid fluctuations in foreign direct investment.

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Africa's state-owned institutions now oversee nearly $1 trillion, per GlobalSWF.
The shift follows cuts in foreign aid, prompting more domestic investment.
Five sovereign wealth funds were created in 2025, including the Oyo State Sovereign Wealth Fund ( Nigeria).
Sub-Saharan Africa still holds just 1% of the global $14.3 trillion.
The rise reflects a shift to public investment amid fluctuations in foreign direct investment.