African nations face a growing dilemma: the urgent need for infrastructure development intersects with escalating fiscal challenges. With an annual infrastructure financing gap estimated between $68 billion and $108 billion, governments struggle to secure sustainable funding while managing fiscal pressures. Traditional lenders, including bilateral partners such as China, have scaled back commitments, leaving countries to explore alternative financing models such as geopolitical funds, private sector participation, and domestic debt markets.  This panel discussion will examine innovative solutions to bridge the infrastructure gap while ensuring long-term economic stability.