Actis

Actis is an investment firm founded in 2004, specializing in growth markets across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. With its headquarters in London, Actis employs over 200 professionals, including approximately 120 investment experts, and operates from 16 offices globally. The firm has raised around US$14 billion since its inception and currently invests in about 70 companies, which collectively employ over 116,500 people. Actis focuses on a multi-asset strategy encompassing private equity, energy, infrastructure, and real estate. Its investment approach emphasizes "south-south" collaboration, leveraging local insights and sector expertise to deliver responsible, competitive returns. The firm targets various sectors, including energy infrastructure, digital infrastructure, and consumer services, while also prioritizing impact investments that contribute positively to communities and the environment.

Jitesh Agarwal

Principal, Energy Infrastructure

Abhishek Bansal

Partner, Energy Infrastructure

David Cooke

Director

Sherif Elkholy

Partner, ALLIF

Mauricio Giusti

Partner

Michael Harrington

Director

Lucy Heintz

Director

Natalie Kolbe

Partner

Grace Li

Principal

Glen Matsumoto

Partner, Long Life Infrastructure

Davi Mota

Partner, Long Life Infrastructure

Adrian Mucalov

Partner and Head of Long Life Infrastructure

Jun Ohashi

Partner and Head of Actis Japan, Energy Infrastructure

Rick Philips

Partner, Head of Private equity

Rick Phillips

Partner

Sumit Sen

Partner, Long Life Infrastructure

Alex Swirski

Principal, Energy Infrastructure

Ankur Trehan

Director, Private Equity

Past deals in Ghana

Lekela Power

Private Equity Round in 2016
Lekela Power B.V. is a renewable energy generation platform focused on delivering utility-scale wind and solar projects across Africa. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Amsterdam, the company operates in countries such as Egypt, Ghana, South Africa, and Senegal. Lekela Power develops, constructs, and manages a portfolio of renewable energy projects that supply clean energy to a range of consumers, including government entities, utilities, and large-scale industrial users. By providing secure and reliable renewable energy, Lekela Power aims to support the continent's growth and development while contributing to the transition toward sustainable energy sources. The company operates as a subsidiary of Mainstream Renewable Power Limited.

Accra Mall

Acquisition in 2012
Accra Mall is a prominent commercial and retail property located in Accra, Ghana, which has been operational since 2008. It has played a significant role in transforming the local retail landscape by offering a diverse range of products and services from both local and international brands. The mall features various amenities, including a cinema, bars, restaurants, and numerous retail outlets. Its establishment has positively impacted the local economy by creating employment opportunities, stimulating the local supply chain, attracting investment to the surrounding area, and enhancing the availability of better and more affordable goods for consumers.

Laurus Development Partners

Acquisition in 2010
Laurus Development Partners Limited operates as a real estate development and management company in West Africa. It offers opportunity sourcing, evaluation and underwriting, feasibility and economic analysis, budget development and administration, project concept and design management, project due diligence, land assembly and acquisition, deal structuring, securing financing, government approval coordination, scheduling, tendering and construction management, marketing, leasing and sale, tenant construction management, and accounting/control/reporting services. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in Accra, Ghana.

Tropical Glass

Venture Round in 2003
Tropical Glass is a provider of Manufacturing services.
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