African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has once again secured a leading position in Africa’s capital markets after topping the 2025 Bloomberg Africa Borrower Loans League Tables as both Mandated Lead Arranger and Bookrunner.
The bank also ranked third as Administrative Agent, reinforcing its role as one of the continent’s most influential institutions in mobilising financing for major projects.
The rankings highlight Afreximbank’s growing capacity to structure debt transactions and attract capital from both African and international investors to support economic development across the continent.
Strong Market Share Across Key Transactions
According to Bloomberg’s league tables, Afreximbank accounted for a 21.66% market share as Bookrunner, covering 14 transactions.
As Mandated Lead Arranger, the bank recorded an even larger 23.65% market share, representing 20 deals during the period.
Much of the financing activity involved syndicated transactions in the oil and gas sector, an area where Afreximbank has been actively addressing the financing gap faced by energy projects across Africa.
In the Administrative Agent category, the bank ranked third with 13 deals, giving it a 13.92% market share, with a significant share again linked to oil and gas financing.
Recognition in Global Capital Markets
The Bloomberg Africa Borrower Loans League Tables form part of the broader Bloomberg Capital Markets League Tables, which track the performance of financial institutions involved in arranging and managing major financial transactions.
The tables rank leading players across a range of deal categories, including:
- loans
- bonds
- equity financing
- mergers and acquisitions.
They are widely used by investment bankers and financial analysts to assess market activity, evaluate competition and track emerging financing trends.
Afreximbank’s Role in Financing Africa’s Growth
Commenting on the achievement, Haytham Elmaayergi, Executive Vice President of Global Trade Bank at Afreximbank, said the rankings reflect the dedication and expertise of the bank’s team.
“I am pleased that the outstanding work of our colleagues has been recognised in Bloomberg’s respected league tables,” he said. “These rankings demonstrate Afreximbank’s commitment to mobilising capital that drives economic growth and prosperity across Africa.”
He added that the bank will continue to leverage its position to support high-impact investments and address financing gaps in strategic sectors.
