Development organisations across Africa consistently face a paradox: they hold transformational mandates and fundable propositions, yet struggle to translate their impact into the language that moves capital. This comprehensive guide examines the key strategies that successful African organisations have employed to mobilise capital from diverse sources including bilateral donors, multilateral institutions, development finance institutions, and impact investors. From designing investment-grade proposals to building the institutional credibility that capital providers require, we provide a practical roadmap for organisations ready to scale their funding ambitions.