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US-based fund manager has received a commitment to its Sharia-compliant permanent capital vehicle for investments in Somalia from a Nordic investor. Shuraako Capital has been...

Apis raises $1.23bn across two funds

Funds May 7, 2026

Apis Partners has brought in $1.23 billion across two vehicles, bringing both vehicles to final close. The fund manager has closed Apis Growth Markets Fund...

Mastercard FoF backs new GP

FoF May 6, 2026

Mastercard Foundation has signed up a new fund manager, backing the GP through its fund-of-funds vehicle. The LP has committed capital to Sabou Capital’s maiden...

Two Middle East LPs back new fund

Funds May 1, 2026

Two Middle East-based limited partners (LPs) are backing a new fund that will target early and growth-stage companies across emerging markets. Qatar Investment Authority (QIA)...

African LP anchors new $100m fund

Funds April 27, 2026

A pension fund manager based in Africa is anchoring a new $100 million Rwanda-focused vehicle that will target small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in...

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