Africa

Henri de Castries – who led the €1.4trn French insurance giant from 2000 to 2016 – will provide the firm’s board with new relationships and strategic guidance.

Buttressed by a hefty proportion of capital and expertise provided by development finance institutions, African GPs are a force for sustainable change.

The main LPs to meet? The most jaw-dropping view? Tanya van Lill, chief executive of the Southern African Venture Capital and Private Equity Association, gives the lowdown for first-time visitors.

Investor confidence in the country is growing thanks to renewed political stability.

A flurry of VC activity drove spending up almost 40% last year as investors took advantage of tax-friendly government initiatives.

CDC, South Suez and 57 Stars discuss the risks – and returns – of investing in Africa.

From rising to falling star, Africa rewards those with discipline, patience and the skills to build a market leader.