Dr. Hubert Danso

“Dr. Danso is Chairman and CEO of Africa investor (Ai) Group, a leading institutional infrastructure investment platform for asset owners working in Africa.”

Through Ai Group, Dr. Danso spearheads initiatives aimed at fostering economic growth and sustainable development across the continent, garnering widespread recognition for his unwavering dedication to transforming Africa's investment landscape and the continent's participation in the global economy.

He is skilled in infrastructure, capital market and private equity investment transacting, blockchain and fintech investments, international business, asset management, strategic communications, and investing across the African continent.

Dr. Danso advises numerous Heads of State and governments across Africa on infrastructure investments and is a strong entrepreneur and investment professional, with an LL.B (Hons) in Business Law and an LL.M in International Commercial Law from the University of Sussex in England, and an Honorary Doctorate in Global Leadership and Management from the European International University in France.

As an astute entrepreneur and thought leader, Dr. Danso's name frequently graces headlines, capturing attention with his innovative endeavours and commitment to global progress.

Dr. Danso in service

2024 – Now
Co-Chair, SMI Africa Council
The Sustainable Markets Initiative
2024 – Now
Adjudicating Panel
UN AI for Good Innovation Factory Africa
2024 – Now
Adjudicating Panel Judge
Future of Finance Awards
2023 – Now
UN Advisory Board
Africa Green Financing Initiative
2023 – Now
High-Level Adjudicating Panel Judge
Terra Carta Seal
2023 – Now
Co-Chair
Africa Investment Earthshot
2023 – Now
High-Level Advisory Panel
Africa Climate Summit
2023 – Now
Advisor
Accounting for Sustainability
2023 – Now
Advisory Panel
New Global Financial Pact Summit
2022 – Now
Sustainability & Smart Cities Taskforce
WEF · G20 Global Smart Cities Alliance
2020 – Now
Chairperson
African Union Continental Business Network (CBN)
2018 – Now
Chairman
CFA New York Global Asset Owners Council
2014 – Now
Chairman
African Sovereign Wealth & Pension Fund Leaders Forum
2000 – Now
CEO & Chairman
Africa investor · AfricaPLC
1995 – 2000
Senior Adviser for African Affairs
The International Chamber of Commerce
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Dr. Danso's work & impact

Publications

Dr. Danso's publications (Dansonomics) reflect his deep expertise and passion for driving positive change — spanning investment strategy, sustainable development and emerging markets.

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Board & speaking engagements

A sought-after board member and public speaker, renowned for his expertise in climate and infrastructure investing in Africa, equipping leaders with fact-based insights for informed decisions.

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In the media

A globally recognised authority on institutional investment — with a focus on African green infrastructure, private equity and technology investment — appearing regularly across international media.

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