In this high-impact episode of The Energy Africa Café, we sit down with Ifechukwude Uwajeh, Managing Director of Blended Finance at GreenMax Capital Group, who leads the €82.9M Smart Outcomes Fund under the CEI Africa Foundation—backed by KfW and SDC.
We dive into the real tools, funding strategies, and career moves shaping Africa’s clean energy transformation.
🔍 What You’ll Learn
-From passion to profession: Ifechukwude’s path into the energy space
-Why financial modeling is key to project success
-Blended finance mechanisms made simple
-How to structure investment-ready, bankable projects
-Career tips for transitioning into the energy sector
-Beyond certificates: the skills that truly matter
💼 Whether you’re a developer, investor, or energy enthusiast, this episode delivers insights you can act on.
Ifechukwude Uwajeh holds an Executive MBA and MSc from Cranfield University and certifications in climate and energy finance. His work bridges technical expertise and real-world impact in African energy finance.
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