UN-Sustainable Development
AFS’s contribution to facilitate the attainment of UN- Sustainable Development Goals
Economic growth, social development and climate action are heavily dependent on investments in infrastructure, sustainable industrial development and technological progress. In the face of a rapidly changing global economic landscape and increasing inequalities, AFS aim at promoting sustained growth which prioritizes industrialization, makes opportunities accessible to all people, and is supported by innovation and resilient infrastructure
We have identified UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and set various actions and practices across our business to contribute to the targets.
We invest in the provision of financial services to optimize energy and process efficiencies and support the replacement of fossil fuel-based energy sources with renewable sources in Africa.
We work towards a fair, safe, diverse and inclusive workplace for AFS’s employees who are offered good working conditions, upskilling programmes and career development. We promote physical and mental wellbeing and purposeful employment. Our support for local and regional enterprises creates employment opportunities, strengthens the local supply chain and promotes resilient communities.
We facilitate the economic and social transformation of Africa by promoting investments in climate resilient infrastructure, creating innovative trade opportunities and promoting sustainable industrialization. Our strategic plan focuses on upgrading existing operational infrastructure, establishing new environmentally friendly infrastructure and scaling resource efficiency to promote Africa’s shift towards a more sustainable and resilient economy.
We promote innovative financial services to drive the economic growth of the manufacturing sector in a way that is energy efficient and reduce its adverse impacts on the environment. We engage and collaborate with our clients to design fit-for-purpose manufacturing solutions to facilitate the sustainable industrial development of Africa.
We enable access to climate mitigation and adaptation finance to accelerate sustainable development and support the transition of emerging markets toward a low-carbon future by 2050. Our goal is to help channel a significant share of global climate funds to underserved regions. By bridging the financing gap, we empower communities to build resilience and unlock green growth opportunities.