John Kavilu is the Impact Finance Lead at KPMG’s International Development Advisory Services (IDAS), supporting development partners and the private sector to help SMEs scale inclusive, climate-smart solutions across Sub-Saharan Africa.

With over 13 years’ experience in development finance and agribusiness, John has led investments and portfolio management at organizations including Oikocredit International and the Africa Enterprise Challenge Fund (AECF). He holds a Master’s in Development Finance and certifications in Agricultural Finance, Climate & Renewable Energy Finance, and ESG Transformation, and is passionate about leveraging data, technology, and innovative financing to strengthen Africa’s agri-food systems.