James Woodward is a Partner at KPMG and serves as the Africa Head of Infrastructure Advisory. He is also the Co-Lead of KPMG's Global Creative Infrastructure Finance initiative, driving the firm's efforts to mobilize private and blended capital for infrastructure projects and supporting collaboration across KPMG's global network.

In addition, he chairs the East Africa Branch Council of the International Project Finance Association (IPFA).

With more than 18 years of experience across Sub-Saharan Africa, the UK, and Australia, James has developed extensive sector expertise and a strong track record in delivering complex infrastructure mandates. During his time in Africa, he has advised on projects spanning roads, rail, airports, ports, special economic zones, urban mobility, urban regeneration, power generation, power distribution, oil and gas, affordable housing, water, and sanitation.

James leads the coordination of KPMG's infrastructure operations across East, West, and Southern Africa, representing a network of 29 offices on the continent. He spearheads strategic initiatives that drive sustainable development and growth across the transport, energy, social infrastructure, and utilities sectors.

He works extensively with governments and public sector agencies, development partners, financiers, and project sponsors, providing advisory that spans the entire infrastructure asset lifecycle; from strategy, feasibility studies, and business case development to procurement, financing, delivery, and secondary market investments, bringing transformative projects to life.

 A member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants (Australia & New Zealand), James combines global best practices with regional insight to deliver sustainable impact. His leadership continues to reinforce KPMG’s role as a trusted advisor in Africa’s infrastructure and transport space.