Afreximbank Tops 2025 Bloomberg Africa Loans Rankings
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has reinforced its position as a leading force in African capital markets, securing the Number 1 spot as both Mandated Lead Arranger and Bookrunner in the 2025 Bloomberg Africa Borrower Loans League Tables. The Bank also claimed the Number 3 position for Administrative Agent.
These rankings highlight Afreximbank’s pivotal role in structuring debt solutions and mobilising large-scale capital from investors across and beyond Africa, underpinning the continent’s economic growth.
As Bookrunner, Afreximbank captured a 21.66% market share across 14 deals, while as Mandated Lead Arranger it accounted for 23.65% market share over 20 transactions.
Its Administrative Agency activity delivered a 13.92% market share across 13 deals. A significant portion of these deals focused on the oil and gas sector, reflecting the Bank’s strategic role in closing financing gaps in Africa’s critical industries.
The Bloomberg Africa Borrower Loans League Tables are a key subset of Bloomberg Capital Markets League Tables, which track top arrangers, bookrunners, and advisors across loans, bonds, equity, and M&A transactions.
They provide analysts and investment bankers with a reliable benchmark for evaluating market share, competitor activity, and emerging trends.
Haytham Elmaayergi, Executive Vice President, Global Trade Bank at Afreximbank, said:
“I am delighted that the stellar performance of our colleagues has been recognised in Bloomberg’s prestigious league tables. These rankings are a testament to their dedication and expertise. Afreximbank remains committed to facilitating capital flows that drive economic growth and prosperity across the continent. We will continue leveraging our unique position to support high-impact investments and bridge financing gaps in Africa’s most vital sectors.”
