Private Equity
A subdued fundraising environment belies soaring investment activity as the pandemic catalyses many of the dynamics that have traditionally drawn private capital to emerging markets.
2 min read · 06 January 2022
Greater co-operation between public and private partners could draw more private equity investors to Africa, says Mack Schow of German development finance institution DEG.
2 min read · 01 December 2021
Against the odds, technology has driven a record year for private investment and exits across several emerging markets.
5 min read · 01 December 2021
Kenya remains the major draw in the area, but there are signs of competition on the horizon from the likes of Rwanda and Uganda.
2 min read · 01 September 2021
Many LPs have historically perceived African private equity markets as high risk, yet the region’s post-pandemic performance could shift attitudes for good, says Sango Capital’s Richard Okello.
7 min read · 31 August 2021
As consumers and businesses increasingly migrate to online and cloud services, demand for digital infrastructure is growing rapidly, says OMAI’s Paul Boynton.
5 min read · 31 August 2021
Digital transformation can help companies grow and achieve their impact goals while contributing to Africa’s economic development, says Runa Alam at Development Partners International.
7 min read · 31 August 2021
The move to cleaner energy sources and pandemic-related shifts are providing attractive prospects for investors in Africa, say Muriel Dube, Busani Moyo-Majwabu and Henry Smith at Control Risks.
7 min read · 31 August 2021
Companies in Africa need to challenge gender stereotypes or risk losing out on women’s skills and, ultimately, profitability, says Rajaa Berrkia of Mediterrania Capital Partners.
8 min read · 31 August 2021
