In Focus: Public-Private Partnerships

In Focus, a television series produced by UONGOZI Institute, presents an in-depth overview into the key issues affecting sustainable development in Africa. In this interview, we explore Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) with Mr. Edward Yescombe, a renowned consultant on structured finance, including project finance, leasing, export credits, property and asset finance. Mr. Yescombe has consulted on public-private partnerships since 1998, advising project sponsors and government entities on the financial aspects of PPP contracts, as well as on policy issues. Edward Yescombe has authored the "Principles of Project Finance", recognized as a leading work on the subject. His second book, "Public-Private Partnerships: Principles of Policy and Finance" was published in 2007.