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Actis eyes double fund launch by year-end – exclusive

News & Analysis Carmela Mendoza - 14 June 2018

The growth markets manager is set to launch a financial services fund and its fifth Africa-focused vehicle.

Why timing matters in emerging markets

Funds Alex Lynn - 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.

Abraaj breaks silence with creditors meeting

News & Analysis Alex Lynn - 4 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.

MENA private equity in three charts

News & Analysis PEI Staff - 31 May 2018

Capital raised in the region appears to be dropping amid a rise in private equity and VC deals.

North Africa expands towards sub-Saharan Africa

News & Analysis Victoria Robson - 24 May 2018

GPs in the region, which is traditionally bracketed with the Middle East, are now looking southwards.

Abraaj problems pose threat to MENA fundraising

News & Analysis Adam Le & Rod James - 16 May 2018

Developments at Abraaj Group mean LPs should conduct even more rigorous due diligence when considering MENA commitments.

Actis taps Sovereign for EMEA fundraising head

News & Analysis Alex Lynn - 16 May 2018

Virginia Doble was responsible for raising approximately £650m across Sovereign Capital’s previous two private equity funds.

What next for Angola’s SWF?

Investors Alex Lynn - 4 April 2018

Fondo Soberano de Angola is putting together a new strategy following a recent governance change, but its former chairman continues to make headlines.