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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
Other Headlines
September 5, 2025
The 14th Private Equity Africa (PEA) Awards are now open for entry! Enter to be recognised and celebrated at the PEA 2025 James Bond–themed dinner, showcasing the industry’s best. Step into a night of intrigue and glamour as Africa’s winners gather at a dinner that will feature Legendary GPs cast as the Bond gents and
LP News
June 24, 2025
British International Investment (BII) and the Public Investment Corporation (PIC) have signed a co-investment pact that will include co-investing on funds across Africa. The duo has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to share pipelines and co-investments across debt, equity, and funds. “This partnership with PIC exemplifies our shared ambition to drive growth and increase
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