Biography

Rahil Taneja is a seasoned financial expert with a distinguished career that spans banking, private equity, and financial markets across Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Based in Dubai, Rahil serves as the Founding Partner of Africa Pledge Partners, a firm he established after a series of leadership roles at Standard Chartered Bank. Prior to his current venture, he led Standard Chartered’s Financial Markets business in regions as diverse as Africa, the Middle East, and Indonesia. His journey started as a Managing Director in Nigeria and culminated as the Regional Head of Financial Markets for Africa and the Middle East, cementing his reputation as a global leader in finance. Rahil holds an MBA in Marketing from IMT-Ghaziabad and completed his early education at The Air Force School in Delhi. He possesses exceptional skills in financial advisory and is adept at serving on and advising Boards of Directors. His areas of expertise include navigating complex markets and implementing sustainable, high-yield investment strategies. Beyond his corporate responsibilities, Rahil remains committed to promoting responsible investing and corporate governance, leveraging his years of experience to make impactful contributions to the finance industry.