LeapFrog attracts LP to $1bn fund
LeapFrog Investments is set to receive a commitment from a US-based International Finance Corporation (IFC) to its fourth emerging markets-focused vehicle, which is targeting...
Specialist investor attracts new LP
Ascent Capital Africa is set to receive a commitment to its sophomore East Africa-focused generalist private equity fund from a US-based investor.
The International Finance...
Nigerian investor names partner
Nigeria’s Ventures Platform has bolstered its investment team with the appointment of Dotun Olowoporoku as venture partner.
He joins Ventures Platform from TeamApt, a venture...
HSF names SA managing partner
UK-based legal advisory firm Herbert Smith Freehills (HSF) has appointed Jean Meijer as its new managing partner in South Africa.
She takes over from Ed...
Chinese investor in $10bn deal valuation
A China-based investor has signed a deal to back an early-stage investment into a Seychelles-based financial services technology company – valuing the company at...
Naspers CVC lands 10th deal
Naspers has signed a deal to back an early-stage investment into a South Africa-based agriculture technology company – sealing the 10th deal from its...