In Africa, pension systems and the asset management industry are increasingly seen as an important tool to build inclusive, resilient and sustainable economies. They are there to protect the welfare of ageing populations, but they also help to mobilise long-term capital for development. Africa’s pension industry is diverse, shaped by historical legacies, political systems and economic structures. Countries operate a mix of mandatory public schemes, occupational pensions and informal savings arrangements. The African asset management industry has been expanding, driven by growing domestic capital markets and rising demand for professional investment services. The sector is increasingly seen as an important channel for mobilising savings and supporting economic development.
What is APAM Data Hub?
The APAM Data Hub is a centralised data hub designed to harmonise information across the entire continent providing a standardised, aggregated view that allows for true comparison between markets for the first time. The Data Hub presents over 150 data points per country collected as part of a continent-wide assessment of pension systems and the asset management industry, commissioned by FSD Africa, in partnership with the African Pension Supervisors Association (APSA) and the Pan-African Fund Managers’Alliance (PAFMA).
Inaugural PAFMA Conference
The APAM Data Hub was launched at the Inaugural PAFMA Conference held in Nairobi on 27 and 28 January 2026.