Archive - Africa Private Equity News

FinDev Canada backs Ninety One’s Africa Credit Opportunities Fund III

The fund is expected to reach a final close of over $400 million in early 2026.

8 hrs ago

European LP commits $20m to Helios fund

Swedfund has revealed a $20 million investment in the Helios Climate, Energy, Adaptation and Resilience Fund.

9 hrs ago

IFC proposes commitment to Phatisa fund

Phatisa Food Fund III is a mid-market private equity fund focused on the food and consumer value chain.

Dec 17

Ninety One backs African telecoms infrastructure group WIOCC

Funds will bolster data centre capacity in South Africa and expand fibre networks across the continent.

Dec 17

Salt Capital grows Namibian healthcare portfolio

Salt Capital has completed the acquisition of Welwitschia Hospital, ERAD Radiology, and Spescare Namibia.

Dec 15

The 5 most popular stories on Africa Private Equity News the past week

Here are summaries of the five most widely read stories the past week on Africa Private Equity News.

Dec 14

Sun King raises $40m from Lightrock

The investment will support Sun King’s expansion of decentralised solar energy systems across Africa and Asia.

Dec 12

How structure shapes returns in South Africa's private markets

“Does fund structure meaningfully influence performance, exit discipline, and long-term value?”

Dec 12

Growth Investment Partners Ghana backs automotive parts manufacturer

GIP Ghana has announced a strategic investment in Springs and Bolts Company.

Dec 11

Namibia's Eos Capital achieves first exit

Eos Capital, through its Allegrow Fund, has exited its investment in Erongo Medical Group.

Dec 11

Mediterrania Capital Partners completes a partial exit from Cash Plus

Cash Plus is a money transfer and financial services provider in Morocco.

Dec 11

Helios to acquire Nigerian glass business

Frigoglass Group has agreed to sell its entire shareholding in Frigoinvest Nigeria Holdings to Helios Investment Partners.

Dec 11

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