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ACWA Power International is a company specializing in the development, investment, co-ownership, and operation of power generation and desalinated water production facilities. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, it manages a diverse portfolio that includes thermal, solar photovoltaic, solar concentrated solar power, and wind energy projects. Additionally, ACWA Power provides operations and maintenance services specifically for the power generation and water desalination sectors. The company has a significant regional presence, with operations in various countries, including Saudi Arabia, Oman, the United Arab Emirates, Jordan, Morocco, South Africa, Turkey, Vietnam, Mozambique, and Egypt. As a subsidiary of ACWA Holding Company, ACWA Power plays a crucial role in addressing energy and water needs across its operational territories.

Ecobank Transnational Incorporated (ETI), a public limited liability company under a private sector initiative spearheaded by the Federation of West African Chambers of Commerce and Industry with the support of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). In the early 1980’s foreign and state-owned banks dominated the banking industry in West Africa. Commercial banks in West Africa owned and managed by the African private sector were a rarity. Its founders created ETI with the objective of filling this vacuum. The Federation of West African Chambers of Commerce promoted and initiated a project to create a private, regional banking institution in West Africa. In 1984, Ecopromotions S.A. was incorporated. Its founding shareholders raised seed capital for feasibility studies and the promotional activities leading to the creation of ETI. In October 1985, ETI was incorporated with authorised capital of US$100 million. The initial paid up capital of US$32 million was raised from over 1,500 individuals and institutions from West African countries. The largest shareholder was the ECOWAS Fund for Cooperation, Compensation and Development (ECOWAS Fund), the development finance arm of ECOWAS. Ecobank signed a Headquarters’ Agreement with the Government of Togo in 1985, which granted it the status of an international organisation. This status came with the rights and privileges necessary for ETI to operate as a regional institution, including the status of a non-resident financial institution. ETI commenced operations with its first subsidiary in Togo in March 1988.

LulaLend is more than a company. It’s a belief in the power of small business, making a difference, building a better solution and striving for excellence. We work hard to empower businesses across South Africa with the funds they need to grow, and we have a great time doing it!

Briisk is a late-stage InsurTech start-up founded in 2016, based in London, with operations in multiple cities including Cape Town, Bangalore, Istanbul, Munich, and Nairobi. The company focuses on emerging markets, providing solutions that automate processes, digitize insurance products, and explore new distribution channels. This approach helps clients lower costs, boost revenue, and enhance customer value. Briisk's vision is to connect insurers with uninsured and underinsured mass-market customers across Africa and India through fully digitized and scalable distribution channels, facilitating better access to insurance for these underserved populations.

BCP Bank (Mauritius) Ltd, established in 2003 and headquartered in Ebene, Mauritius, is a comprehensive commercial bank offering a wide range of financial services. It provides retail banking, including savings and current accounts, fixed deposits, and personal loans, as well as corporate banking services such as trade finance, syndicated loans, and treasury management. Additionally, it offers insurance products, foreign exchange services, and private banking. The bank operates through six branches and serves individuals, small and medium-sized enterprises, corporates, and international businesses. It is a subsidiary of Banque Centrale Populaire and Groupe Sipromad SA.

Eranove SA, formerly known as Finagestion, is a prominent provider of public service management, focusing on electricity and drinking water production in West Africa. The company operates in Côte d’Ivoire, Senegal, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, with a long-standing presence in these regions. Its activities encompass electricity generation through hydroelectric dams and thermal power stations, as well as the transmission and distribution of electricity. Eranove is also involved in the production and distribution of potable water, managing treatment facilities and water transport networks. Additionally, the company addresses sewage and rainwater collection and offers data transmission services through power lines. Eranove is committed to corporate social responsibility, adhering to quality and environmental standards recognized by international certifications. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Paris, France, Eranove plays a critical role in enhancing access to essential services across its operational territories.

Liquid Intelligent Technologies is an independent data, voice, and IP provider focused on building a digital future for Africa. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Ebène, Plaines Wilhems, the company has developed an extensive fiber network that spans over 18,000 kilometers across several African countries, including Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Lesotho, and South Africa. Liquid Intelligent Technologies offers a variety of services such as broadband, leased lines, private networks, telecommunications connectivity, and web hosting. These services are designed to support both public and private sector enterprises in enhancing their digital experiences and navigating their digital journeys effectively.

Retailability Proprietary operates in the fashion apparel retail sector, based in Durban, South Africa. The company specializes in providing a range of fashionable in-house and branded clothing and accessories, catering primarily to low and lower-middle income consumers in Southern Africa. Through its retail chain of stores, Retailability enables customers to access stylish apparel at affordable prices, meeting their diverse preferences and needs.

Helios Towers DRC is a leading provider of telecommunications infrastructure and maintenance services in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. As the first independent tower company in Africa, it has developed a substantial network of over 6,500 towers across various markets on the continent. The company specializes in constructing and maintaining telecommunications towers, offering passive infrastructure services to wireless telecommunications service providers. By leasing space on its towers, Helios Towers DRC plays a crucial role in supporting the growing demand for connectivity in one of the fastest-growing regions in the world.