Amethis

Amethis is a Paris-based private equity firm, founded in 2012, specializing in long-term responsible investments across Africa. The company focuses on providing growth capital and long-term debt to mid-sized companies in diverse sectors such as financial services, industrials, healthcare, education, and impact investing. Amethis seeks to invest between €10 million to €40 million per transaction, targeting companies with annual revenues ranging from USD 10 million to USD 1 billion. The firm aims to be an active shareholder, offering support, expertise, and opportunities for external growth to its portfolio companies. Amethis has a strong commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors and impact investing, with a focus on gender equality, quality employment, and climate considerations. The firm has offices in Paris, France, and key African markets, including Kenya, Côte d'Ivoire, and Morocco.