Switzerland increases capital for DFI SIFEM
SIFEM is a notable LP in African private equity funds.
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The Swiss Federal Council has approved a capital increase of CHF 75 million (approximately $90.8 million) for SIFEM, the Swiss Investment Fund for Emerging Markets. The move is intended to help the institution to stabilise its investment volume at CHF 150 million (about $181.5 million).
SIFEM is Switzerland’s development finance institution and plays a key role in the country’s development cooperation strategy. It provides capital to sustainable businesses in developing and emerging markets — including in Africa — with the aim of supporting job creation and reducing poverty.
This marks the fourth time the Federal Council has increased SIFEM’s capital. The additional CHF 75 million will be disbursed between 2026 and 2028.
SIFEM is a notable LP in African private equity funds and has backed vehicles managed by firms such as Adenia Partners, AfricInvest, and BluePeak Private Capital.
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