Developing Capital Expansion and Fundraising Models for Strengthening National Development Banks in African Markets

Authors

  • Sharon Nwani  Bank of Industry – Strategy & Corporate Transformation, Lagos, Nigeria
  • Olayinka Abiola-Adams  Independent Researcher, Lagos, Nigeria
  • Bisayo Oluwatosin Otokiti  Department of Business and Entrepreneurship, Kwara State University, Nigeria
  • Jeffrey Chidera Ogeawuchi  Megacode Company, Dallas Texas. USA

Keywords:

National Development Banks, Capital Expansion, Fundraising Models, African Markets, Blended Finance, Institutional Governance

Abstract

National development banks (NDBs) in African markets play a pivotal role in financing structural transformation, industrialization, and inclusive economic growth. However, their effectiveness is often constrained by limited capital bases, overreliance on state funding, and challenges in mobilizing diversified financial resources. This paper develops an integrated framework for capital expansion and fundraising tailored to strengthen the financial sustainability and developmental impact of these institutions. It examines key financial principles such as capital adequacy, governance, and risk mitigation while exploring innovative funding models including sovereign equity infusions, capital market instruments, and blended finance partnerships. The framework emphasizes institutional capacity building, transparency, and multi-stakeholder coordination to create an enabling environment for sustained capital mobilization. Finally, it highlights future opportunities for digital fundraising, climate finance integration, and pan-African cooperation, positioning NDBs better to fulfill their catalytic role in Africa’s economic advancement.

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Sharon Nwani, Olayinka Abiola-Adams, Bisayo Oluwatosin Otokiti, Jeffrey Chidera Ogeawuchi "Developing Capital Expansion and Fundraising Models for Strengthening National Development Banks in African Markets" International Journal of Scientific Research in Science and Technology(IJSRST), Online ISSN : 2395-602X, Print ISSN : 2395-6011,Volume 10, Issue 4, pp.741-751, July-August-2023.