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Early-Stage Investment Readiness for Mid-Scale Power Projects
Building a New Frontier of African Infrastructure Sponsors through Entrepreneurship and Action-Led Learning

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Overview

We aim to bridge the Gap of lack of Bankable Deal Pipeline in Africa through an Early-Stage Investment Readiness Programme focussed on Mid-Scale Power Projects.

  1. A low-cost Open Learning Programme for building capacity of locally based project sponsors of on Mid-Scale Power Projects in Africa.
  2. To provide substantial infrastructure expertise for on Mid-Scale Power Projects Sponsors to understand project preparation, financial structuring and have a workable development plan for the project sponsor to be taken seriously within the Early Stage  investment community.
  3. To use the programme as a basis of selection for early-stage investors to single out projects that have traction, show bankability and a sponsor team that can raise pre-development capital i.e Project Preparation Financing

Rationale

Mid-Scale Power Projects

Mid-Scale Power Projects refer to electricity generation facilities typically ranging from 5 MW to 50 MW in capacity, designed to serve industrial clusters, mini-grids, embedded generation systems, or localized distribution networks.


They bridge the gap between small-scale (off-grid or captive) and large utility-scale projects, providing reliable, decentralized power solutions often developed through Independent Power Producer (IPP) or Public-Private Partnership (PPP) frameworks.

The Early-Stage Investment Readiness for Mid-Scale Power Projects focuses on these Three (3) following that have Project Finance Characteristics 

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Mid-Scale Solar PV Projects

These involve solar photovoltaic systems deployed on land or rooftops to generate clean electricity for direct supply to the grid, industrial estates, or mini-grid systems.

Capacity Range: 5–30 MW.

Revenue Model: Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with utilities, industrial users, or distribution companies.

LCP-4

Mid-Scale Biogas Power Projects

These plants convert organic waste (agricultural residues, animal manure, or municipal waste) into biogas through anaerobic digestion to generate electricity and heat.

Capacity Range: 1–10 MW (can aggregate multiple small plants).

Revenue Model: Sale of electricity to grid or local users; revenue from waste management or carbon credits.

 

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Mid-Scale Gas-Powered IPPs

Independent Power Producers (IPPs) develop medium-sized gas-fired plants—often modular, using reciprocating engines or small turbines—to supply power to industrial zones, distribution networks, or embedded grid systems.

Capacity Range: 10–50 MW.

Revenue Model: Long-term PPAs with DisCos, industrial estates, or captive users.

Programme Objectives

The Programme aims to help with Early Stage Investment Readiness for Mid-Scale Power Projects to typically meet the following Bankability objectives

Slide1-Banakbility A

How Mid Scale Power Projects can be characterized by a high degree of revenues predictability under a (partial or full) Contracted Revenue Arrangement with a creditworthy counterparty 

Slide1-Banakbility B

How Mid Scale Power Projects Projects can be delivered under a fixed construction price and schedule with a Building (or EPC) Contractor with clear strategies for Optimal Operations during Post-Construction

Slide1-Banakbility C

How Mid Scale Power Projects can be governed independently with strong Governance Systems and operate in an environmentally sustainable manner from development stage to post-construction phase

Programme Outline

The goal of this programme is to equip infrapreneurs with an overview of Project Finance by taking them through all the stages of a Project Development Lifecycle to be able to develop and apply the skills-set to achieve investment-ready projects in Mid Scale Power Projects

The course provides important experience and practical examples in the following areas:

Developing Mid Scale Power Projects

Week 1 to 3

  • Introduction to Mid Scale PowerProjects 
  • Overview of Project Finance
  • Principles of Risk Allocation
  • Contract Mechanics in Project Finance
  • Project Development of Mid Scale PowerProjects
  • Introduction to Pre-Financing Stage
  • Brickstone Project Bankability Framework
  • Achieving Bankability:
    • Predictable Cashflow
    • Construction & Operations
    • Governance & Sustainability
  • De-risking for Bankability (Practical Exerices)
    • Mid-Scale Solar PV Projects
    • Mid-Scale Gas-Powered IPPs
    • Mid-Scale Biogas Power Projects
  • Introduction to Bankability Planning Report
  • Infraprenuerial Guide to Financial Models
  • Developing Basic Financing Assumptions
  • Demo – Bankability Banking Report
Financing Mid Scale Power Projects

Week 6 to 8

  • Introduction to Financing Stage
  • Key Concepts in Project Finance Deal Structuring
  • Infraprenuerial Guide to Financial Models
  • Developing Basic Financing Assumptions for Gas Projects
  • Managing Due-Diligence
  • Key Concepts in Finance Documents
  • Introduction to Security Arrangements
  • Introduction to Direct Agreements
  • Key Enhancement to FC
  • Ensuring Financing Close
  • Post-Financial Close Activities
Pitching of Mid-Scale Power Projects

Week 6 to 8

We’ll dig deeply to determine the required technical, commercial, legal and environmental parameters to be included in the Infrastructure Project Deck and provide strategic advice to aimed at attracting Early Stage Financing

Upon completion students must Complete or Update their

  • Project Definition Report

  • Project Bankability Plan

  • Project Finance Roadmap.

  • Project Due-Dilligence Plan

  • Preliminary Financing Model

  • Early Stage Investment Pitch Deck

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Participate as a Partner

As a partner in the Early Stage Infrastructure Investment Readiness (ESIR), you can contribute as a sponsor. Support the development of future African Project Sponsors by sponsoring participants, or offering employment opportunities to sector or institution graduates. You can also nominate young professionals from your organization to participate in the program for free.

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Be a Speaker

The ESIR is a platform for you to share your leadership insights on infrastructure development in Africa.

If you would like to be a speaker, please send us your biography and expertise. This information will help us determine the session topics that best align with your experience and knowledge, allowing us to collaboratively define the most impactful sessions for you to contribute to.

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Become a Sponsor

By becoming a sponsor, you play a crucial role in its success. your contributions can support scholarships, program materials, networking events, and mentorship opportunities.

Your sponsorship of ESIR helps nurture the next generation of infrastructure leaders in Africa, empowering them to make a significant impact in their communities and beyond.

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