Small cap player in geospatial deal
A small cap investor has backed a South Africa-based technology company that is focused on the geospatial space.
Vital Capital has invested in Vastpoint, a...
Regional player names new principal
A private equity firm focused on the Middle East and North Africa has appointed a new principal, as it works to deploy capital from...
Duo launches $150 million Southern African fund
Two private equity investors have launched a specialist infrastructure vehicle to back deals across the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region of Africa.
Scalar International...
VC consortium in $55m deal backed by Trevor Noah
A consortium has sealed a $55 million deal, backing a venture‑capital investment into a South Africa‑based financial‑services technology company. Individual investors in the company include Trevor Noah,...
Swiss LP names new CEO to oversee $1.5bn
A Switzerland-based fund manager has appointed a new chief executive officer (CEO) to oversee $1.5 billion in assets – including commitments to Africa-focused funds.
Blue...
FMO’s Maila steps down from CIO role
FMO co-chief investment officer (co-CIO) Peter Maila is stepping down – almost three years after taking on the role. He departs to head a...