The Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has called for deeper collaboration among African capital markets to strengthen investment flows and improve market stability across the continent.

He made the appeal while speaking at a financial markets engagement, where stakeholders discussed strategies to enhance cross-border investment and regulatory coordination.

According to him, African economies can achieve faster development if capital markets work more closely together to harmonize regulations, improve transparency, and attract global investors.

He noted that fragmented financial systems often limit liquidity and reduce the competitiveness of African markets on the global stage.

The SEC boss emphasized the need for stronger institutional frameworks, digital integration, and policy alignment to support regional market integration.

Experts at the event also highlighted the importance of investor protection, market efficiency, and innovation in driving sustainable capital market growth.

They argued that improved collaboration would unlock new funding opportunities for infrastructure, technology, and enterprise development across Africa.

The discussion forms part of ongoing efforts to deepen financial integration under various continental economic frameworks.