CrossBoundary Group

Are you curious about what fuels our work at the CrossBoundary Group? At the heart of CrossBoundary is our purpose to unlock capital for sustainable growth and strong returns in markets that are often overlooked. We're not just advisors; we're a driving force—navigating the investment landscape in underserved markets and directly deploying capital through our investment platforms. None of this would be possible without our strongest asset: our people. The CrossBoundary team comprises a unique set of individuals who come from diverse backgrounds but share core qualities: curiosity, humility, integrity, a drive for excellence, and a bias for action. They're genuinely excited about making a considerable impact on underserved markets across the globe. Together, ten core virtues shape our culture and guide our actions: We expect excellence We can all belong here We act like the owners we are We are relentlessly curious We prioritize results We authentically care We think deliberately We act with humility We are biased to action We never compromise on integrity We invite you to watch and learn more about the values, virtues, and people that define the CrossBoundary Group. #peopleandculture #investmentadvisory #impactinvesting

Thank you Global Tech Africa and Inya Lawal for having me represent CrossBoundary Group at #GTA2024. I enjoyed sharing my insights on the tech investment ecosystem and highlighting different tools the USG has made available through Prosper Africa to deepen the vibrancy of this space across Africa!

We're hiring for multiple roles with our Africa investment advisory team. Looking for candidates passionate about creating a lasting difference in underserved markets. Candidates will be based in Africa, with Accra, Addis Ababa, Cotonou, Dakar, Freetown, Kinshasa, Lagos, and Monrovia being preferred locations. Project Manager - Investment Advisory: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, or related field. A Master’s degree or an advanced certification such as PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is preferred; proven experience in project management in an international development or investment context | Apply: https://bit.ly/3YqaMoh Technical Assistance Manager: 5 years managing technical assistance programs for SMEs, preferably in frontier or emerging markets; experience with grant management is highly desirable | Apply: https://bit.ly/3WzXIuZ Technical Assistance Administrator: 5 years of relevant work experience in administrative or operational roles in procurement; ability to monitor budgets, ensure compliance with financial policies, and manage the process for selecting service providers and granting funds for technical assistance | Apply: https://bit.ly/3WD1hk0 Administrative Officer: 3 years of experience in an administrative role, preferably within a multinational corporation or an international non-profit organization; knowledge of donor and/or DFI programs and requirements | Apply: https://bit.ly/4fmDr3g Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Specialist (part time): Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, or related field; technical M&E skills; experience with donor reporting requirements and compliance | Apply: https://bit.ly/4fi2oNr #nowhiring #africa #jobs

When the Paris 2024 Olympic Games open today, all eyes will be on the South Sudan men’s basketball team. 🇸🇸 The team enters the Olympics with momentum following an exhibition win against Great Britain and a single point loss to Team USA, not to mention a groundswell of support from South Sudanese at home and abroad. “In a country like South Sudan where unity is crucial for progress, basketball serves as a unifying force bringing people together irrespective of their differences,” former NBA star Luol Deng shared during a February conversation at the Scenius Hub, a youth space that supports entrepreneurship, creativity, innovation, and collaboration in the country’s capital city Juba. Gifted with the youngest population in the world (more than 70% of its people are less than 30 years old), South Sudan's nascent creative sector showcases the convergence of digitally enabled content creation, entertainment, and sports. Read more in our deep dive on how South Sudan is defying expectations and showcasing talents: https://lnkd.in/ggi3Bjzn #Paris2024 #SouthSudan #creativeeconomy #basketball

Our East Africa Advisory team Lello G Halake, David N., Joel Mugwisa Ssemukaaya, and Cynthia Wangari from CrossBoundary Energy discuss the scalability of Black Soldier Fly models as a locally sourced and cost-effective protein source for animal feed in Africa.    Read more on why this could be Africa’s next frontier in agriculture: https://lnkd.in/gvj9cBKp    #Agriculture #EastAfrica #BlackSoldierFly 

Global wood consumption is projected to increase by 54% between 2010 and 2050. East Africa's timber industry faces similar challenges, with demand surging due to: ➡ Rapid population growth ➡ Accelerating urbanization ➡ Expanding infrastructure projects Current demand is outpacing current supply, threatening efforts to increase forest cover in the region. How can the industry meet growing needs while preserving forests? CrossBoundary Advisory's latest article by Mandeep Shah explores sustainable solutions, from innovative forestry practices to the critical role of Forest Management Certification: https://lnkd.in/dfCxt2rW #EastAfrica #SustainableForestry #timber

Making a positive impact in mining ⛏ 🌿 Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations are at the cornerstone of all CrossBoundary Energy’s projects, and our facility at Rio Tinto's QIT Madagascar Minerals S.A. (QMM) is no exception. In 2021, QMM began its commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by signing an agreement with CrossBoundary Energy to build and operate a 30MW solar and wind power plant at its mining operation in Fort Dauphin, Madagascar. Throughout each phase of the project, from engineering and site establishment to construction and operation, the CBE ESG team has worked with Rio Tinto, regulatory authorities, its investors, and the local community to ensure that the facility matches high environmental and social standards. Our partners, ARCH Emerging Markets Partners Limited, were foundational to the ESG impact of the project. The first phase of the renewable energy facility, already operating for about a year, comprises 14,640 solar panels generating 8MW and an 8MWh battery energy storage system. The second phase of the project will include the expansion of the solar farm by 6MW and the construction of Madagascar’s first wind farm, a 19-turbine facility with a capacity of 16MW. #responsiblemining #madagascar #solarenergy #windenergy Saíde Indane Ifeoma Dike Maureen Kinuthia Melanie Mann

New publication released from the Africa Resilience Investment Accelerator (ARIA)! Based on an analysis of 400 companies operating in five frontier markets in sub-Saharan Africa - Benin, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Ethiopia, Liberia and Sierra Leone, the report defines the categories of investment opportunities, what these businesses are looking for from a financing perspective and how investors can align their approaches with their needs. Of the 400 companies, 128 have been identified by ARIA as potential opportunities – these largely fall into four sectors: agribusiness (27%), financial institutions (21%), manufacturing (19%) and energy (17%). These companies are looking for US$2 billion in combined investment, with just over half (53%) needing between US$5-$20 million. While these businesses present significant potential, 43% require technical assistance to become ready for investment from development finance institutions (DFIs).  Follow the link to read the full report 👇

Transaction costs and information asymmetries are under-addressed frictions to capital flows in US underserved markets.    Transaction costs are often higher in underserved markets relative to deeper markets due to novelty and complexity; investors know that when transaction costs are too high, even otherwise commercially viable deals die.    Information asymmetries between investors and capital seekers breed distrust and cause markets to deteriorate. Without ways to reliably signal quality and credibility, capital providers and capital seekers fail to transact.    Without efficient and effective capital formation, underserved markets in the US will struggle to grow, while capital and opportunity continue to concentrate in a handful of US markets.    Investment facilitation provides expertise, resources and an “honest broker” role to overcome these barriers to reduce inequality within and between communities across the US.    CrossBoundary Advisory’s white paper, Reducing Friction, Rebuilding Trust: Investment Facilitation as a Tool for Economic Growth in US Underserved Markets, argues that there is a need to address the underlying barriers that prevent capital flows to underserved markets.    Download the paper here: https://lnkd.in/gHTXrCn9    #economicgrowth #investmentfacilitation #bipartisaninfrastructurelaw 

Looking back at the Africa Energy Forum, it's great to reflect on the excitement and energy we felt during the event. Electrification in Africa presents a huge challenge and opportunity for Africa's growth. Distributed, renewable energy will be at the forefront of actualizing the massive demand for energy on the continent. Tessa Lee, our Chief Regulatory officer, and Sumeet Ramandh, a project development specialist at CBE, weighed in on what inspired them from the gathering. #AEF #Electrification #RenewableEnergy