Finnfund invests in Ecobank Nature Bond to boost sustainable agriculture and biodiversity in Africa
Finnfund has invested in Ecobank's Nature Bond, aiming to support sustainable agriculture and biodiversity in Africa. The investment will fund projects promoting environmentally friendly farming practices and nature conservation.
Finnfund, Finland's Development Finance Institution, has made a significant investment in Ecobank, one of Africa's largest banking groups. The investment is channeled through Ecobank's Nature Bond, with the aim of advancing sustainable agriculture and biodiversity across the continent.
The bond is intended to finance projects that promote environmentally sound agricultural practices and aid in nature conservation efforts. This aligns with Finnfund's broader strategy, which increasingly focuses on supporting digitalization and mobilizing private capital, often with the help of EU guarantees, as detailed in their 2025 annual report.
As of the end of last year, Finnfund's investment portfolio stood at 857 million euros. The institution has recently been active with several other investments in Africa and emerging markets. In April 2026, Finnfund invested USD 15 million in Toucan Forestal for forest restoration and to advance nature-positive impact in Panama.
Earlier in 2026, Finnfund made its first investment in Kyrgyzstan with a USD 10 million loan to Bailyk Finance in February-March. Separately, the Finnfund Digital Access Impact Fund I invested in Ecofy in March 2026, aiming to accelerate India's retail green finance market.