Development Partners International
Development Partners International (DPI) is a prominent Pan-African private equity firm headquartered in London, United Kingdom. Established in 2007 by co-founders Miles Morland and Runa Alam, DPI focuses on leveraging strong local knowledge and expertise to invest in the African market. The firm has successfully built a diverse portfolio, managing over US$1.1 billion in assets across various sectors, including telecommunications, financial services, healthcare, agriculture, mining, and renewable energy. DPI's investment team, comprised entirely of African professionals, brings more than 100 years of collective experience in African investment, with a notable emphasis on gender diversity—over 40% of the team are women. This unique combination of local networks, language skills, and sector expertise enables DPI to effectively source and execute investment opportunities throughout the continent.
Kazyon is the largest discount supermarket chain in Egypt, operating over 450 stores across 17 governorates. The company focuses on providing essential food commodities, offering a wide variety of products including cooking items, dairy products, frozen meat, frozen vegetables, and home baking goods. This comprehensive marketplace allows customers to conveniently shop for a diverse range of necessities in one location, catering to the needs of budget-conscious consumers.
Private Equity Round in 2023
Manufacturer of specialty generics medicines and products intended to discover research, develop and manufacture innovative promising new products and new therapies that are fully devoted to people's health. The company has its own research and development unit focused on developing products, especially for cardiology, chest, dermatology, gastroenterology and obesity, thereby innovating across products, particularly in high-growth areas of specialty generics.
Halan is a ride-hailing application that provides two and three-wheeler vehicle rides and on-demand logistics. The application also caters to businesses, offering smart-tech last-mile delivery through their integrated smart services using motorcycle and tricycles. It allows customers to request motorbike or tuk-tuk rides, or order food or goods for delivery via motorbikes or cargo tricycles. Halan also offers on-demand logistics solutions to support large organizations and small businesses alike in their distribution and supply chain. It also provides convenience and safety, while for the driver it offers incremental business. The application has delivered partnerships with fast-food chains like McDonald’s, KFC and Pizza Hut in Egypt. Halan was founded in November 2017 and is based in Cairo, Al Qahirah, Egypt.
Private Equity Round in 2019
Channel VAS is the premium FinTech provider. The company offers airtime credit and airtime advance services, handset loans and big data analytics, all through cutting edge proprietary analytics tools. Channel VAS supports mobile network operators (MNOs) and financial institutions to provide credit daily to people.
CMGP is today the market leader for irrigation in Morocco owing this to its rich experience and professional expertise. With a comprehensive range of products and through close collaboration with the most important manufacturers, CMGP covers the distribution and installation of irrigation equipment and pumping stations.
Private Equity Round in 2017
Dolidol, established in 1972, is a prominent mattress manufacturer in Morocco and a well-recognized brand in the bedding industry. Specializing in polyurethane foam, the company produces a range of products including mattresses, sofas, and non-woven textiles, catering primarily to the furniture and home furnishing sectors. Dolidol is perceived as a high-end brand, known for its quality offerings. The company has built a robust distribution network across Morocco, featuring 46 owned stores, 10 distribution facilities, and over 1,100 distributors, ensuring widespread availability of its products.
Egyptian German Industrial Corporate (EGIC) is a leading manufacturer and marketer of plumbing products based in Cairo, Egypt. Established in 1991, the company specializes in a wide range of offerings, including water supply solutions, drainage solutions, various accessories, bronze and brass fittings, pump solutions, adhesives, and products for the oil and gas sector. EGIC has established itself as a prominent provider of water pipes and drainage systems, catering to both local and export markets. The company aspires to serve as a comprehensive source for all customer needs related to water supply and drainage solutions.
OSEAD Maroc Mining operates as a metal and mining platform. OSEAD is a holding company specialising in the prospecting, exploration and mining of mineral deposits. OSEAD’s main asset is Compagnie Minière de Touissit the second largest private mining operator in Morocco, which mines primarily lead and silver with some zinc.
Private Equity Round in 2016
General Emballage is a prominent supplier and manufacturer of corrugated cardboard in Algeria, having established its operations in 2002. The company produces a variety of packaging solutions, including double-layered and double-double layered cardboard, catering to diverse industries. Its product range includes containers for dairy, food, fruits, and vegetables, as well as standard boxes and corrugated paper sheets used in food processing, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, household appliances, and electronics. With a workforce of approximately 1,000 employees, General Emballage operates three production facilities located in Akbou, Setif, and Oran, contributing significantly to its growth in the packaging sector.
Private Equity Round in 2016
B.TECH is a prominent retailer in Egypt specializing in household appliances and consumer electronics. The company focuses on making technology accessible to the general public by offering a wide range of products, including consumer electronics, mobile devices, and information technology solutions, all at affordable payment options. With numerous retail stores and a robust online presence across all governorates in Egypt, B.TECH caters to a diverse customer base. The company operates through a network of wholesale dealers supported by four main warehouses and after-sales service centers, ensuring that customers have a smooth purchasing experience and reliable support for their electronic needs.
AXA Mansard is a prominent insurance and asset management company based in Nigeria, incorporated in 1989 and registered as a composite company with the National Insurance Commission of Nigeria. As a member of the AXA Group, it provides a range of life and non-life insurance products and services to both individuals and institutions. In addition to insurance offerings, AXA Mansard also specializes in asset and investment management, medical insurance solutions, and pension fund administration through its subsidiaries. Over the years, AXA Mansard has demonstrated significant growth, moving from the 97th position among 109 insurance companies in 2003 to one of the top four out of 58 by 2016. The company has received recognition for its financial strength with a B+ rating from A.M. Best and holds ISO 9001:2008 certification for quality management systems. AXA Mansard's ongoing commitment to the insurance and asset management sectors has positioned it as a key player in the Nigerian market.
Private Equity Round in 2014
Université Privée de Marrakech is one of the foremost private higher education providers in Morocco and serves over 2,000 students.
Private Equity Round in 2013
Touax Africa is a joint venture between Touax SCA and ADP I. Touax brings its know-how and expertise in modular construction and transport to the service of its customers.
Private Equity Round in 2013
Biopharm is the indigenous pharmaceutical company in Algeria. The company offers anti-inflammatory, antalgic, cardiology, dermatology, gastroenterology, neuropsychiatry, pneumo allergology, rheumatology, and anti-infective drugs.
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