Established in 1983 and wholly owned by the South African Government, the DBSA is a leading Development Finance Institution (DFI) in Africa. Its core mission is to advance sustainable socio-economic development by financing and implementing infrastructure projects and programmes across key sectors including energy, water, transport, and ICT. The bank plays a crucial role in bridging the funding gap for large-scale projects, supporting regional integration, and improving the quality of life for people throughout the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and the wider continent.

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South Africa