Debt capital markets in Africa – developments and challenges

At the end of a turbulent year for world financial markets this discussion looked at recent developments in the debt capital markets of Africa, how they are faring in the pandemic and their prospects for providing financing in the future. A panel of market experts from across the region shared their insights on market performance, liquidity, sustainability and the regulatory environment and considered the role of the central banks in further developing bond markets. Moderator: Martin Scheck, Chief Executive, ICMA Panellists: Ekow Afedzie, Managing Director, Ghana Stock Exchange Philip Buyskes, Chief Executive Officer, Frontclear Chandi Mwenebungu, Director & Treasurer, African Export-Import Bank Jumoke Olaniyan, Vice President Market Architecture, FMDQ Securities Exchange Zafar Parker, Head: Financial Markets Department, South African Reserve Bank