Financing Nature and Biodiversity Projects across Africa

In this episode, Martin Potgieter, whose role at Rand Merchant Bank is focused on Natural Capital, explores why financial institutions must prioritise investments in nature conservation and biodiversity. The conversation dives into what "Natural Capital" means and why it should be at the forefront of investment strategies.

Additionally, Martin shares insights into the financial tools and partnerships needed to fund conservation projects across Africa and beyond, including real-world examples of how RMB is driving nature-positive investments. The discussion focuses on addressing the challenges of financing nature-related projects and the urgency of scaling investments for biodiversity protection.