There is great optimism that sustainable finance can unlock investments that promote sustainable economic growth, economic development, and sustainable development in African countries. There is a need to increase understanding of sustainable finance in African countries in terms of its definition, importance, components, stakeholders, infrastructure, benefits, and challenges. This study provides insights into these issues by presenting an overview of sustainable finance in the context of Africa. It explores the definition, importance, components, stakeholders, infrastructure, benefits, and challenges of sustainable finance in African countries.