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The programme seeks to catalyse private sector investment into the student housing sector by creating a stable, scalable, and bankable model supported by NSFAS-based revenue streams.
- Who it is for:
- private sector investors interested in social infrastructure development
- How to act on it:
- Investors should engage with the DBSA to explore co-financing models and partnership structures for student housing projects.
The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) offers a debt facility to selected universities to fund student housing infrastructure, using future NSFAS allocations as the source of repayment. This support is targeted at seven priority universities to address immediate housing needs.
- Who it is for:
- seven priority universities identified by DHET and DBSA
- How to act on it:
- Universities must be designated as priority institutions and apply through the DBSA’s project preparation and financing process.
This programme supports investments in distributed or embedded renewable energy generation, helping to decentralise power supply and enhance energy access in underserved communities.
- Who it is for:
- energy developers and community-based renewable energy projects
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the DBSA’s funding application system for inclusion in the Embedded Generation Investment Programme
The GEF is a funding mechanism that supports projects addressing global environmental issues, including biodiversity loss, climate change, and pollution, with a focus on sustainable development in southern Africa.
- Who it is for:
- projects addressing global environmental challenges in southern Africa
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the DBSA’s funding portal for eligibility under the GEF programme
The Climate Finance Facility (CFF) provides financing to support climate-resilient and low-carbon infrastructure projects across southern Africa. It helps address climate change impacts and supports sustainable development goals.
- Who it is for:
- project developers and governments seeking climate-resilient infrastructure financing
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the DBSA's funding application process under the Climate Finance Facility
The Green Fund supports projects focused on renewable energy, energy efficiency, and other environmentally sustainable initiatives across southern Africa. It aims to promote clean energy and reduce carbon emissions.
- Who it is for:
- developers of renewable energy and green infrastructure projects
- How to act on it:
- Submit an application via the DBSA's funding portal for consideration under the Green Fund
The Development Bank of Southern Africa runs a programme to assist with the preparation of viable development projects, particularly in the early stages of planning.
- Who it is for:
- project proposers needing help with project design and feasibility
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the DBSA's project preparation services via the official website
The Development Bank of Southern Africa manages an Infrastructure Fund that provides financing for large-scale infrastructure projects across southern Africa.
- Who it is for:
- infrastructure developers and project implementers
- How to act on it:
- Contact the DBSA directly or access the Infrastructure Fund through the eProcurement Supplier Portal
The Development Bank of Southern Africa offers climate financing to support environmentally sustainable projects, including green bonds and climate finance facilities.
- Who it is for:
- projects focused on environmental sustainability and climate resilience
- How to act on it:
- Explore the Climate Financing section on the DBSA website and apply through the relevant portal or contact the bank directly
The DBSA provides financing through its Infrastructure Fund to support sustainable infrastructure development across Africa. This fund targets projects that promote economic growth, inclusivity, and environmental sustainability.
- Who it is for:
- infrastructure project proponents and developers in Africa
- How to act on it:
- Submit an application via the DBSA's official channels under the Infrastructure Fund offering
The DBSA provides support through its Project Preparation Programme to help develop viable infrastructure and development projects, ensuring they meet technical, financial, and environmental standards before funding.
- Who it is for:
- project developers and governments preparing infrastructure projects for financing
- How to act on it:
- Apply for support through the DBSA’s project preparation services
The DBSA supports transformative development projects through Moonshot Initiatives, which aim to drive large-scale, systemic change in African development outcomes through bold, innovative approaches.
- Who it is for:
- innovative project teams and partners seeking transformative impact in African development
- How to act on it:
- Engage with the DBSA through their official channels to explore partnership or application pathways