Private Equity
The private equity industry is finding its feet again in the continent after a series of macro shocks.
5 min read · 16 September 2018
Fundraising in the continent has seen better days as investors look for strategies with more transparency than traditional private equity fund structures.
3 min read · 03 September 2018
Local knowledge and a clear diversification strategy are key to mitigating macro concerns in North Africa, says founder and CEO of Mediterrania Capital Partners Albert Alsina.
8 min read · 02 September 2018
A potential goldmine of private equity opportunity beckons in a market where dealflow has been tougher than expected.
3 min read · 30 July 2018
The newly-formed Helical Capital Partners will target around $300m for its Global Value Fund 2018 SA, which will be managed by Partners Group.
2 min read · 24 July 2018
The growth markets manager is set to launch a financial services fund and its fifth Africa-focused vehicle.
2 min read · 14 June 2018
Vehicles reached peak TVPI in their eighth year after launch, compared with the 10th year for developed markets, according to a report from eFront.
1 min read · 14 June 2018
The firm has called a private meeting in Dubai with shareholders, creditors and advisors to discuss the potential sale of its fund management business.
3 min read · 04 June 2018
Capital raised in the region appears to be dropping amid a rise in private equity and VC deals.
1 min read · 31 May 2018
GPs in the region, which is traditionally bracketed with the Middle East, are now looking southwards.
5 min read · 23 May 2018