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.

Fope Adelowo

Principal

Lazarus Angbazo Ph.D

Partner and Head of Portfolio Operations - West Africa

Tavraj Banga

Partner and Co-Head of Climate Investments

Sola Carrena

Managing Director, Investment Team

Christina Drews

Partner, COO, Member of Executive Committee

Karim Engeh

Director, Portfolio Operations Group

Luciana Germinario

COO, Member of Executive Committee and Partner

Jamie Hollins

Principal, Investments

Nitin Kaul

Partner, Head of Portfolio Operations Group and Member of Executive and Investment Committees

Temitope Lawani

Managing Partner, Member of Executive and Investment Committees

Tope Lawani

Managing Partner

Cecilie Nielsen

Managing Director, Human Capital, Portfolio Operations Group

Ogbemi Ofuya

Partner, Investments

Simon Poole

Partner, Portfolio Operations Group

Max Von Trotha

Managing Director - Integration, Portfolio Operations Group

Elias Yazbeck

Managing Director

Zineb Abbad El Andaloussi

Partner

Past deals in Kenya

Telkom Kenya

Acquisition in 2016
Telkom Kenya, established in April 1999, is a telecommunications operator offering a comprehensive range of integrated communication solutions in Kenya. The company provides voice and data services, including broadband, messaging, and various other communication connections, catering to individuals, small and medium-sized enterprises, government entities, and large corporations. With a significant presence across the country, Telkom Kenya serves millions of customers, ensuring uninterrupted network connectivity for both commercial and non-commercial users. The company plays a vital role in the information and communications technology sector, contributing to the advancement of communication infrastructure in Kenya.

Africa Oil

Post in 2015
Africa Oil is a Canadian oil and gas exploration company focused on emerging markets in sub-Saharan Africa, specifically Kenya and Ethiopia, as well as Puntland in Somalia through its equity interest in Africa Energy Corp. The company holds a significant land package exceeding 200,000 square kilometers in the East African Rift Basin, a region noted for its exploration potential. Africa Oil has been involved in several notable oil discoveries, particularly in the Lokichar basin of Kenya, where it has a 50% interest alongside operator Tullow Oil. The company is actively engaged in advancing its exploration projects in this prolific area.

Wananchi Group

Private Equity Round in 2014
Wananchi Group Holdings Limited, founded in 2008 and headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, is a prominent provider of home entertainment and communication services in East Africa. The company serves both residential and corporate customers, offering a range of services that includes high-speed internet via its fiber optic network, DTH satellite pay TV, and original programming for its pay TV channels. In the corporate sector, Wananchi provides voice, video, data, and internet connectivity to enterprises, governments, and media organizations. Additionally, it offers value-added services such as data security, cloud solutions, and web hosting. Wananchi Group is recognized for its commitment to delivering high-quality and affordable services, making it a key player in the region's telecommunications and entertainment industries.

Equity Group Holdings

Private Equity Round in 2007
Equity Bank Kenya is a financial services provider headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya. It is licensed as a commercial bank by the central bank of Kenya, the central bank, and national banking regulator. Equity Bank Kenya Limited was incorporated in 2014 as a result of the corporate restructure of Equity Group Holdings Limited.
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