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 Uganda

DFCU Bank

Acquisition in 2013
DFCU Bank, established in 1964 and headquartered in Kampala, Uganda, offers a range of commercial banking products and services. The bank provides savings and investment accounts, personal and corporate credit, trade finance, and foreign exchange services. It also facilitates medium and long-term financing for various sectors, including agriculture, education, health, manufacturing, transport, hospitality, tourism, and construction. DFCU Bank actively promotes small and medium enterprises and supports women in business through its tailored financial solutions. With a network of 63 branches and 100 ATMs, the bank ensures accessible banking through internet and mobile platforms, allowing customers to manage their finances conveniently and securely. As a subsidiary of Arise B.V., DFCU Bank has played a significant role in Uganda's economic development.

Umeme

Private Equity Round in 2009
Umeme Limited is an electricity distribution company based in Kampala, Uganda. Established in 2004, it operates a distribution network spanning approximately 35,586 kilometers of low voltage and medium voltage lines. The company serves a diverse customer base of about 1,469,963, which includes domestic, commercial, and industrial customers, as well as street lighting services. In addition to distribution, Umeme provides after-sales services to enhance customer satisfaction.
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