Macro shifts, market signals: What’s powering Africa’s next phase?

At SuperReturn Africa, one thing was clear - Africa’s next growth phase won’t be driven by a single sector but by better risk pricing, smarter capital structures, and a deeper understanding of how global forces meet local realities. Hear from John McDermott, Chief Africa Correspondent, The Economist, and Maya Burney, Senior Investment Officer, Calvert Impact, to get a clearer picture of what’s changing, what’s misunderstood, and where opportunity is quietly building.

'Africa is wrongly priced by the market' says John McDermott, The Economist

Global tensions, rising middle-power influence and domestic debt pressures are reshaping African economies. John McDermott breaks down what’s really driving risk, where the continent is undervalued, and which markets could surprise investors next.

Is Africa finally ready for private credit's moment?

Private credit is gaining momentum as mid-cap companies seek scalable financing and tech-enabled lenders strengthen transparency. Maya Burney explains why this overlooked asset class may be the most catalytic opportunity in African private markets.