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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.
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.
Against the odds, technology has driven a record year for private investment and exits across several emerging markets.
Kenya remains the major draw in the area, but there are signs of competition on the horizon from the likes of Rwanda and Uganda.
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.
As consumers and businesses increasingly migrate to online and cloud services, demand for digital infrastructure is growing rapidly, says OMAI’s Paul Boynton.
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.
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