“Prosper Africa is working across the highest levels of government to support and amplify the business community’s role in economic recovery.”
Adam Boehler Prosper Africa Executive Chairman
U.S. Government departments and agencies are adapting existing trade and investment tools, and creating new ones, to help U.S. and African businesses and investors adjust their strategies, protect their investments, and find new opportunities in the wake of COVID-19.
We encourage you to explore the tools below.
For U.S. Firms Exporting to Africa
- Bridge financing
- Bridge loans for small businesses
- Debt relief for small businesses
- Export credit insurance for small businesses
- Fast track loans for small businesses
- Loan advances for small businesses
- Progress delivery payment financing
- Supply chain finance guarantees
- Virtual export promotion support
- Working capital guarantees
For U.S. Firms Investing in Africa
- Equity financing
- Debt financing
- Political risk insurance
- Health and Prosperity Initiative
- Technical assistance from USTDA, USAID, and DFC
For African Firms Exporting to the United States
- Access to credit
- Business development services
- Due diligence and feasibility assessments
- Risk mitigation tools
- Technical assistance
- Transaction advisory services
- Working capital for USADF grantees
For African Firms Investing in the United States
- Assistance navigating the regulatory environment
- Connections with potential partners
- Market intelligence
We’ve been talking to U.S. business leaders about how COVID-19 is changing investment opportunities in Africa. Explore our full interview series here.