Amethis

Amethis is a private equity firm founded in 2012, focusing on responsible long-term investments across the African continent. With an investment capacity exceeding €725 million, Amethis specializes in growth capital, debt investments, and the restructuring of balance sheets, targeting sectors such as financial services, agribusiness, energy, infrastructure, and community housing. The firm seeks to support mid-sized companies and emerging champions, primarily in West, Central, and East Africa, including countries like Kenya, Ghana, and Nigeria. Amethis typically invests between €5 million and €40 million, acquiring minority stakes of 15% to 30% in companies with an enterprise value of $40 million to $60 million. It also emphasizes environmental, social, and governance criteria in its investment strategy and provides advisory services to enhance the value of its portfolio. Amethis operates from offices in Paris, Nairobi, Abidjan, Luxembourg, and Morocco, and aims for exits within five to eight years, aligning its activities with the local market's growth potential.

Jean-Sébastien Bergasse

Partner

Laurent Demey

Co-Founder & Managing Partner

Khady Koné-Dicoh

Investment Director, Private Equity

Jean-Thomas Lopez

Investment Director and Portfolio Manager

Laureen Astrid Kouassi Olsson

Head of West Africa office, Financial Institutions Head and Investment Director

Eric Ouedraogo

Chief Financial and Risk Officer

Aurélie Pujo

Partner and General Counsel and Compliance Officer

Luc Rigouzzo

Co-Founder & Managing Partner

Abel Rossignol

Associate

Hamada Touré

Investment Director

Past deals in North Africa

Marcyrl Pharmaceutical

Private Equity Round in 2023
Marcyrl Pharmaceutical is one of the largest leading pharmaceutical company manufacture generic products.

Magriser

Acquisition in 2021
Magriser offers the installation of micro-irrigation equipment and solar pumping systems, helping farmers to reduce water input while boosting the state of agricultural productivity.

CFG Bank

Private Equity Round in 2018
CFG Bank's value system has been focused on the quality of its human resources, customer culture and excellence, the cult of innovation and commitment.

Groupe Premium

Private Equity Round in 2018
PREMIUM Group is a capital goods distribution company present in 7 West African countries: - Burkina Faso - Cameroon - Ivory Coast - Mali - Morocco - Senegal - Togo Premium Group is present in Morocco, at through its subsidiaries SRM, Ets BERENGER, SOCOPIM, AFIT-CCIC, Premium Rental and Premium Offshore. Our capital equipment offer covers diversified sectors: construction, mining & quarrying, industry, transportation, logistics and agriculture. Premium Group has developed a portfolio of brands that stand out for their reputation and the competitive advantage they provide in the African markets in terms of robustness and lifespan. Our value proposition includes sale and import of equipment, sale of spare parts, after-sales service and maintenance. We can also offer rental and fleet management solutions, depending on your needs. Whether you work with one or more of our subsidiaries, you are sure that all our employees are fully committed to serve you and motivated to find solutions tailored to your needs

WB Africa

Private Equity Round in 2017
WB Africa operates as an African independent communication network. The company works in the fields of strategic consulting, creation, and media and digital. It offers web marketing, advertising control, event, audiovisual, and edition services. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Casablanca, Morocco. It also has operations in Algeria, Tunisia, Libya, Mali, Senegal, and Côte d’Ivoire.

Mutandis

Private Equity Round in 2017
Mutandis SCA is an industrial group based in Casablanca, Morocco, specializing in consumer goods for the Moroccan and African markets. The company operates in three primary sectors: seafood, fruit juices, and cleaning products, which include a variety of detergents such as washing powder and multi-surface cleaners. Additionally, Mutandis produces PET bottles and caps for beverages and cooking oils. Established in 2008, the company has expanded its reach beyond local markets and now exports its products to over 40 countries, including regions in Europe and the Middle East.

Best health

Private Equity Round in 2016
Best Health is a distributor and installer of advanced medical equipment for hospitals and clinics, primarily operating in Morocco and Tunisia. Established in 2004 and based in South Africa, the company specializes in providing a range of medical technologies, including radiation therapy, medical imaging, cardiovascular equipment, and various surgical and prescription devices. By focusing on high-quality technological solutions, Best Health aims to enhance healthcare delivery in the regions it serves.

Disway

Private Equity Round in 2015
Disway is a distributor of IT in Morocco, resulting from the merger in 2010 of the leaders in IT distribution: Distrisoft and Matel PC Market. Disway is listed on the Casablanca Stock Exchange and is Certified ISO 9001. Disway offers a wide range of international brands from major software editors and hardware vendors as well as a full range of products and accessories. Disway operates in Morocco, Tunisia, as well as other countries in West and Central Africa.

Separator

Private Equity Round in 2014
Separator Sarl manufactures fitters, cloisonneurs, carpenter products, and windows. It also offers implementation and maintenance services. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in Casablanca, Morocco.