Fundraising

BII and partners launch SME fund in Zambia

Growth Investment Partners Zambia has secured an initial fundraising close of $70 million.

Jul 15

FinDev Canada proposes investment in Ninety One credit fund

The Canadian DFI has disclosed a proposed investment of $20 million in the Africa Credit Opportunities Fund 3.

Jul 15

EIB proposes commitment to Speedinvest fund

The EIB has disclosed a proposed investment of €40 million in the Speedinvest Africa Fund.

Jul 14

IFC and Proparco back Helios sport and entertainment investment vehicle

An equity investment of up to $50 million in Helios Sports and Entertainment.

Jul 10

IFC proposes investment in new renewable energy vehicle

The International Finance Corporation has disclosed a proposed equity investment of up to $120 million in the Zafiri Investment Vehicle

Jun 13

Enko Capital receives commitment from IFC for new credit fund

The IFC has confirmed it will invest up to the lower of $25 million or 20% of the fund’s total limited partner commitments.

Jun 5

Mediterrania Capital Partners fund reaches final close

Mediterrania Capital Partners has announced the final close of its fourth fund at €600 million.

Jun 5

IFC proposes investment in West African SME fund

The IFC has disclosed a proposed equity investment of up to $10 million in the Oasis Africa Fund II.

Jun 3

Swedfund commits to Novastar Ventures fund

Swedfund has committed $10 million to the Novastar Ventures Africa People and Planet Fund III.

May 27

IFC proposes commitment to Enko Capital fund

The Enko Impact Credit Fund is targeting gross US dollar returns of 14–16%.

May 26

DEG announces commitment to Cygnum Capital fund

Germany's DEG has disclosed a signed senior loan facility of €50 million to the Facility for Energy Inclusion.

May 21

EAAIF completes $325 million debt raise

The Emerging Africa & Asia Infrastructure Fund, managed by Ninety One, has raised $325 million in new debt facilities.

May 21

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