Trade and Development Bank

Overview

Established in 1985, the Trade and Development Bank (TDB) is a regional development finance institution operating in Eastern and Southern Africa. It serves 23 member states, with a mandate to finance and foster trade, regional economic integration, and sustainable development through trade finance, project and infrastructure finance, and asset management. TDB's asset base is approximately USD 8 billion, and it holds investment-grade ratings. TDB's investment strategy focuses on sectors such as infrastructure, energy, agriculture, manufacturing, and trade, providing financing solutions that support economic growth and integration within the region. The bank offers a range of financial products, including trade finance, project financing, and equity investments, targeting both public and private enterprises. TDB's investments span various stages, from growth and late-stage financing to pre-IPO, buyout, turnaround, and distressed situations. The bank's geographical focus includes member states such as Burundi, Comoros, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Djibouti, Egypt, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Rwanda, Seychelles, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. TDB's portfolio encompasses a diverse array of industries, including financial services, infrastructure, energy, agriculture, manufacturing, trade, telecommunications, transport, construction, real estate, healthcare, education, tourism, mining, oil and gas. The bank's investment sizes range from USD 1 million to USD 50 million, depending on the project's scope and requirements.

Investment Focus

• Projects must align with TDB's mandate to promote trade, regional integration, and sustainable development in Eastern and Southern Africa.
• Investments should demonstrate economic viability and contribute to the economic growth of member states.
• Projects must comply with TDB's environmental and social standards.