Helios Investors II

Helios Investors II is a private equity fund managed by Helios Investment Partners, established in 2009 and based in Lagos, Nigeria. The fund focuses on investments across Africa, particularly targeting the exploration, production, and refining sectors. Helios Investors II seeks to make impactful investments in areas such as energy, agriculture, and real estate. The firm aims to support growth-stage companies and engage in various investment types, including buyouts and structured investments. With a strong emphasis on the African market, particularly in countries like Nigeria, South Africa, and Kenya, Helios Investors II is committed to fostering economic development through its strategic investment approach.

Dennis Aluanga

Partner, Portfolio Operations

Henry Obi Cbe

Partner, Public & Regulatory Affairs and Member of Investment Committee

Paul Cunningham

Partner & Chief Financial Officer

Temitope Lawani

Co-Founder, Managing Partner, and Member of Executive & Investment Committee

Tope Lawani

Managing Partner

Alykhan Nathoo

Partner

Babatunde Soyoye

Co-Founder, Managing Partner, and Member of Executive & Investment Committees

Dabney Tonelli

Investor Relations Partner

Past deals in Egypt

Misr Hytech Seed

Acquisition in 2019
Misr Hytech Seed International S.A.E, established in 1993 and based in Cairo, Egypt, specializes in the production of hybrid seeds tailored for the Egyptian agricultural market. The company offers a diverse range of seeds, including white and yellow corn, grain and fodder sorghum, sweet corn, and various vegetables such as cucumber and squash. As one of Egypt's leading seed producers, Misr Hytech utilizes advanced breeding, production, and conditioning technologies to ensure high-quality seeds for farmers. In addition to seed production, the company supports its agricultural clients by providing technical services aimed at enhancing crop production. Misr Hytech operates as a subsidiary of Hytech Seed U.S.A.

TPAY Mobile

Acquisition in 2018
TPAY Mobile is a mobile payment service provider based in Cairo, Egypt, that operates in the Middle East and North Africa. Founded in 2014, TPAY Mobile offers an open platform that facilitates mobile payments by connecting consumers, businesses, and mobile operators. The company's services enable operator billing, allowing users to make transactions seamlessly through their mobile devices. As a subsidiary of A15, TPAY Mobile plays a significant role in enhancing the digital payment landscape in the region.

Fawry

Private Equity Round in 2015
Fawry for Banking Technology and Electronic Payments S.A.E. is an electronic payment network based in Giza, Egypt, founded in 2008. The company provides a wide range of financial services to both consumers and businesses, facilitating payment solutions through various channels including online platforms, ATMs, mobile wallets, and retail locations. With a network of approximately 111,000 service points, Fawry caters to around 20 million customers, including individuals, businesses, and financial institutions. Its offerings encompass payment gateways, e-commerce solutions, bill payments, customer acquisition, and business-to-business collection services. Fawry's extensive network includes small retailers, pharmacies, and post-offices, all equipped with point-of-sale systems to enable convenient and reliable transactions.