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April 17, 2026
Helios Investment Partners has delivered $4.7 billion in exits for its LPs since inception, with the bulk of its sales going to strategic players. The fund manager has delivered the exits across its first three funds and includes $460 million of realisations in 2025. The $4.7 billion figure includes Helios funds and co-investments. These exits
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February 26, 2026
Development Partners International (DPI) chief executive officer (CEO) Runa Alam is stepping up into a new role after building a platform that now has over $3.5 billion in assets. She is transitioning into a chair position after almost 20 years as CEO. The firm has named Sofiane Lahmar as its new CEO, appointing him from
Analysis
February 6, 2026
Global private equity investors are holding assets for longer than in previous periods, with exit timelines now at levels typically seen in African markets, where GPs have long been scrutinised for long holding periods. Average holding periods for exited portfolio companies reached roughly 6.1 years in 2024, according to a S&P Global Market Intelligence report
Events
November 14, 2025
Private Equity Africa (PEA) was pleased to celebrate the 2025 award winners at an elegant James Bond-themed gala dinner hosted at the iconic One Whitehall Place on 12 November 2025. Private Equity Africa (PEA) was pleased to celebrate the winners of the PEA 2025 Awards at a James Bond-themed gala dinner hosted at the iconic
Events
October 24, 2025
Private Equity Africa (PEA) is pleased to announce the PEA 2025 Annual Awards shortlist! The 14th Annual PEA Awards Gala Dinner will be hosted at One Whitehall Place in London on 12 November 2025. This year, the gala will be a James Bond–themed black-tie dinner, in line with the Best of Britain celebrations during Africa
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