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African pension funds need more PE educationAlignment with DFIs is also a key pillar for private equity to attract more local LPs, who are seeking ‘assurance’, panellists said during AVCA's annual conference.
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Africa: A long-term PE play just got even longerOur annual Africa Special showcases the opportunities ahead for the continent and some large bumps in the road.
Nigeria faces headwinds amid pandemicWe explore how private equity in the country is approaching a test of its resilience.
Africa dealmaking bounces back in 2016145 deals were reported last year, including two by global buyout firm The Carlyle Group.
- AVCA appoints five new directors
A Carlyle managing director is among the new appointments at the African private equity association.
- ACA closes Fund IV at $570m
The close of the West Africa-focused fund comes amid a muted year of fundraising for Africa.
- NYSCRF: Despite risks, Africa holds ‘substantial opportunity’
Brian Hughes, who heads the $180bn pension fund’s private equity team, on the value of diversification in the face of global macro headwinds.
- When private equity flirts with politics
In many countries, the lines between the private equity world and politics are often blurry.
- EMPEA appoints Ethos founder as Africa Council chair
André Roux, who succeeds Helios COO Henri Obi in the role, will also serve as senior advisor to the industry association.