Dr. James MWANGI advocates for partnerships between African banks and French financiers to fund agro-processing and value-added manufacturing, shifting Africa from raw material exports to high-value production. He emphasizes that utilizing blended finance instruments and risk-sharing mechanisms is essential to mitigate perceived risks and attract institutional capital. Ultimately, he stresses the need for private sector-led development, accountability, and a focus on building sustainable value chains to turn Africa's economic potential into reality.
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