People | Private Equity Africa News

CDC has brought in Standard Chartered’s ex-regional head for Africa, Middle East and Pakistan, Stephen Priestley, to head the funds and capital partnerships team. He...

PIC suspends deals head

People January 25, 2019

South Africa’s Public Investment Corporation (PIC) executive head of listed investments Fidelis Madavo has been suspended, as part of on-going investigations into investment irregularities. PIC...

Carlyle names new Africa director

People January 18, 2019

Carlyle has appointed a new director in its Africa team, as part of a spree of promotions across its global business. The US-based investor has...

Syntaxis Africa spins out

Other Headlines January 18, 2019

Syntaxis Capital Africa partner Adesuwa Okunbo has taken over Syntaxis Capital Africa, acquiring a majority stake in the firm. Okunbo has acquired over 50% of...

IFC hires from Soros

People January 11, 2019

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has brought in Soros Economic Development Fund (SEDF) investment associate Mwewa Kapotwe. He has been named investment officer. He leaves...

Old Mutual boosts impact team

People January 11, 2019

Old Mutual Alternative Investments (OMAI) has brought in Tebogo Mokgata as senior property development manager in the impact funds team. Mokgata joins from Redefine Properties,...

1...150151152 Page 151 of 152

Contribute to the 2025/2026 LP Guide

Join industry leaders in shaping the conversation around private equity in Africa by contributing a Thought Leadership article to the 2025/2026 PEA LP Guide.

The printed report will be distributed to about 500 verified LPs.

Share your insights, highlight key trends, and position your firm at the forefront of industry innovation.