The Centre for Affordable Housing Finance in Africa (CAHF) is an independent think tank based in South Africa, established in May 2014. Its primary mission is to enhance Africa's housing finance markets, with a focus on increasing access to affordable housing for low-income populations[2][3]. CAHF achieves this by providing market intelligence, research, and strategic support to both public and private sectors. It collaborates with various stakeholders at local, national, regional, and global levels to promote investment in affordable housing across Africa[2][3]. ### Key Activities and Goals: - Market Intelligence and Research: CAHF develops and disseminates data and analytics to inform policy and investment decisions, aiming to stimulate investor interest in affordable housing[2][3]. - Supporting Housing Finance Market Development: CAHF works to increase investment in affordable housing by promoting cross-sector collaborations and market-based approaches[2]. - Innovation in Housing Finance: The organization explores innovative financial models and products to improve access to housing finance for the poor[2]. ### Upcoming Events: CAHF is co-hosting a conference with the African Union for Housing Finance (AUHF) in Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire, from January 30 to February 1, 2025[1]. ### Resources and Partnerships: CAHF serves as the Secretariat to the AUHF and is supported by various funders and partners. It publishes extensive research and resources on housing finance in Africa, including yearbooks and country-specific data analyses[2][3].