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.
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Here are summaries of the five most widely read stories the past week on Africa Private Equity News.
1. Alta Semper to acquire a majority stake in Nature’s Rule
Alta Semper, a London-based private equity firm focused on healthcare and consumer investments across growth markets, has signed agreements to acquire a majority stake in Nature’s Rule. The business is a sports nutrition and dietary supplements company headquartered in the UAE, with an established manufacturing presence in Egypt. Read the full article
2. DPI makes follow-on investment in discount retailer
Development Partners International (DPI) has announced a $50 million follow-on investment in Kazyon, an Egyptian discount retailer. “This capital will accelerate Kazyon’s roll out in Morocco, Saudi Arabia, and across the region, positioning it as an emerging markets champion with an exciting trajectory ahead,” says Jade Del Lero Moreau, a partner at DPI. Read the full article
3. RMB Ventures appoints new CEO
RMB Ventures has announced the appointment of Amina Pahad as CEO, effective 1 January 2026. She succeeds Andrew Aitken, who will remain with the business as a senior partner. Since joining RMB in 2005, Pahad has originated, executed, and managed transactions across diverse sectors. Read the full article
4. Nigeria: Sahel Capital invests in Delifrost Caterers
Concurrent with its first close, the Sahel Capital Agribusiness Fund II (SCAF II) has completed its first investment. The fund acquired a significant minority stake in Delifrost Caterers, a Nigerian cold-chain distribution platform for chilled packaged foods. Read the full article
5. FSD Africa Investments backs Ghanaian fund of funds
FSD Africa Investments (FSDAi) has committed $7.5 million to the Ci-Gaba (Progress) Fund, supporting its $75 million first close. Ci Gaba is a Ghanian-domiciled fund of funds channeling pension capital into private equity and private debt. Its first close surpassed the $30 million target, anchored by domestic pension funds, signalling strong market confidence in locally structured private market vehicles. Read the full article
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