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British International Investment (BII) has seen the departure of its director and head of gender and diversity finance, Sonia Jordan-Kirwan. She is moving to the...

European Royal Family backed firm in new Africa fundraise

Funds March 17, 2026

A UK-based firm backed by a European royal family has attracted a new LP to its Africa-focused fund, led by two former Abraaj senior...

US LP makes 1st Africa fund sign-up

Funds March 13, 2026

A US-based foundation has backed an Africa-focused vehicle, marking its first commitment to the continent. The commitment has bolstered the fund to a first...

Japanese LP et al in fund 1st close

Funds March 10, 2026

An LP based in Japan has backed a small-cap fund that is set up to back Africa-focused deals, as part of a consortium, raising...

LPs receive $1bn from DPI

Analysis March 10, 2026

Development Partners International (DPI) has delivered over $1 billion for its LPs since 2024, following a number of realisations over the period. The private equity...

SA LP hires investment manager

LP News March 9, 2026

A South Africa-based investment manager has bolstered its investment team with the hire of a new manager. Mineworkers Investment Company (MIC) has named Siyabonga Shandu...

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