Helios Investment Partners

Helios Investment Partners, established in 2004, is a London-based private equity firm focused on Africa. It invests in a broad range of sectors, including telecommunications, media, financial services, power, and consumer goods, among others. The firm engages in various investment types such as buyouts, growth equity, and structured investments in listed entities. Helios typically invests between $15 million to $200 million per transaction, with a preference for board seats in its portfolio companies. It primarily targets Nigeria, South Africa, and Kenya.

Fope Adelowo

Principal, Investment Team

Lazarus Angbazo Ph.D

Partner and Head of Portfolio Operations - West Africa

Souleymane Ba

Partner, Investments

Tavraj Banga

Partner and Co-Head of Climate Investments

Sola Carrena

Managing Director, Investment Team

Paul Cunningham

Partner and CFO

Christina Drews

Partner, COO and Member of Executive Committee

Luciana Germinario

COO, Member of Executive Committee and Partner

Jamie Hollins

Principal, Investments

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

57 past transactions

Galatea Bio

Venture Round in 2025
Galatea Bio is a biotechnology company based in the United States, founded by Carlos Bustamante, Nicholas Katsanis, and Alexander Ioannidis. The company focuses on improving diagnostic testing and accelerating drug discovery specifically for diverse and underserved populations that have historically been underrepresented in genetics research. Galatea Bio operates a biobank that serves as a biosample and bioinformatics platform, utilizing advanced algorithms and innovative analyses to facilitate genomic discoveries. Through its world-class clinical network, the company aims to identify patients at risk for severe multi-inflammatory syndromes or infections, ultimately working to develop new tests, treatments, and cures that enhance healthcare outcomes for all.

SeamlessHR

Series A in 2025
SeamlessHR Limited is a human resource technology software company based in Lagos, Nigeria, founded in 2013. It specializes in creating enterprise-grade, cloud-based HR solutions designed to automate and optimize the entire HR process for medium to large-sized organizations. The company's comprehensive product suite includes a Recruitment Management System, HR Information System (HRIS), Performance and Competency Management, Payroll Management, Leave Management, and Learning Management System, among other modules. These tools facilitate various HR functions such as recruitment, training, payroll processing, performance evaluation, and analytics, enabling businesses to streamline their human resource operations from recruitment to retirement. Additionally, SeamlessHR provides embedded finance solutions that enhance financial security for both employers and employees.

Raya Foods

Private Equity Round in 2024
Raya Foods is a supplier of frozen vegetables and fruits, catering to both local and international markets. The company specializes in maintaining superior product quality, ensuring food safety standards, and meeting customers' evolving needs. Raya Foods' freezing process preserves the freshness, quality, and nutrients of produce, making it convenient for purchase, storage, preparation, and serving. The company offers customized specifications, such as cut size and mixes, and maintains multiple quality checks throughout the production process.

M2P Fintech

Secondary Market in 2024
M2P Fintech is a leading provider of a comprehensive API infrastructure designed to facilitate banking, payments, and lending services for businesses. The company offers a unified platform that supports various payment methods, including cards and digital wallets, while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. M2P Fintech's technology enables seamless customer onboarding and compliance checks, thereby streamlining operations for financial institutions. By equipping sales teams with essential tools and information, M2P Fintech enhances the management of financial services, ultimately improving customer experiences in an increasingly digital economy.

M2P Fintech

Series D in 2024
M2P Fintech is a leading provider of a comprehensive API infrastructure designed to facilitate banking, payments, and lending services for businesses. The company offers a unified platform that supports various payment methods, including cards and digital wallets, while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. M2P Fintech's technology enables seamless customer onboarding and compliance checks, thereby streamlining operations for financial institutions. By equipping sales teams with essential tools and information, M2P Fintech enhances the management of financial services, ultimately improving customer experiences in an increasingly digital economy.

Paymob

Series B in 2024
Paymob is a digital payments enabler based in Cairo, Egypt, founded in 2015. The company specializes in developing online payment software that facilitates the conversion of cash into electronic money, providing integrated payment services that enhance financial accessibility. By offering a range of electronic payment and money transfer options, Paymob aims to empower businesses of all sizes and bridge the financial inclusion gap in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. Its technology helps mitigate risks associated with fraud, loss, and theft, while also improving the efficiency of money circulation. Through its innovative solutions, Paymob is committed to enabling underserved communities to access essential financial services.

Conduit

Seed Round in 2024
Conduit is a financial technology company that specializes in enhancing cross-border payment solutions for global businesses. Its platform simplifies and accelerates the process of moving money between USD and various local currencies in Latin America, offering improved transparency and efficiency compared to traditional payment systems. By providing a user-friendly dashboard, Conduit enables teams to manage payments with greater visibility and speed, facilitating same-day transactions and seamless commercial exchanges. The company's focus on streamlining B2B payments and invoice settlements positions it as a key player in maximizing financial opportunities within emerging markets.

Nomba

Series B in 2023
Nomba is a fintech company focused on providing accessible and affordable financial software solutions for businesses and individuals in Africa. The company offers a range of services, including business savings accounts, joint business savings options, card payments, and POS terminal solutions. Nomba's platform facilitates various financial transactions, enabling users to pay bills, transfer money, purchase airtime and TV subscriptions, and manage electricity payments. Customers can access these services through digital channels such as mobile, web, and USSD, as well as via a network of agents. By streamlining financial processes, Nomba aims to enhance the financial landscape for its users across the continent.

IXAfrica DataCentre

Venture Round in 2022
IXAfrica DataCentre provides internet facilities and smart IT solutions like cloud computing, industry software development, and colocation.

Paymob

Series B in 2022
Paymob is a digital payments enabler based in Cairo, Egypt, founded in 2015. The company specializes in developing online payment software that facilitates the conversion of cash into electronic money, providing integrated payment services that enhance financial accessibility. By offering a range of electronic payment and money transfer options, Paymob aims to empower businesses of all sizes and bridge the financial inclusion gap in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. Its technology helps mitigate risks associated with fraud, loss, and theft, while also improving the efficiency of money circulation. Through its innovative solutions, Paymob is committed to enabling underserved communities to access essential financial services.

Zola Electric

Venture Round in 2021
Zola Electric is a provider of off-grid solar solutions focused on the African market, specifically operating in Tanzania, Rwanda, Ghana, and the Ivory Coast. Founded in 2012 and based in Arusha, Tanzania, with an office in San Francisco, the company specializes in renewable energy systems that leverage advanced solar, battery, and power electronics technology. Zola Electric offers solar home kits through a leasing or purchase model, enabling households and businesses to access clean and affordable energy. The company employs a pay-as-you-go micro-finance system that accommodates varying energy needs and income levels, powering over 180,000 homes and businesses. Recognized for its innovative approach, Zola Electric has received several awards, including the UN Momentum for Change Award and the Zayed Future Energy Prize, and is included in the Global Cleantech 100.

Techniques Science Santé

Acquisition in 2021
Techniques Science Santé is a distributor of high tech medical equipment. For 25 years, T2S has been the leader in the distribution and maintenance of radiology (MRIs, scanners) and radiotherapy equipment (accelerators for oncology) and has today the largest installed base in Morocco. It has since broadened its product range and is now the one stop shop service provider for healthcare projects. It is active in Africa since 2008 and has run projects in Mauritania, Ivory Coast and Mali. The company has revenues of c.m40€ and has 140 employees.

Africell

Debt Financing in 2021
Africell, established in 2001, is a prominent mobile telecommunications operator in Africa, focusing on connecting and empowering local communities in its markets. With a commitment to traditional African values, Africell has become the leading provider in Gambia and Sierra Leone, while also expanding its presence in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, where it acquired Orange Uganda. The company offers a range of services, including 2G, 3G, and plans for LTE, catering to the diverse needs of its subscribers. By the end of 2016, Africell had reached a total of 11 million active subscribers across its operations. The company emphasizes community engagement and aims to enhance connectivity across the regions it serves.

Thunes

Series B in 2021
Thunes is a global B2B payment infrastructure platform established in 2016, specializing in cross-border payment solutions. It facilitates seamless fund transfers between various payment systems, catering to a diverse range of clients, including major players in the gig economy and fintech sectors. The platform enables businesses and consumers to send and receive payments in 80 currencies across 132 countries, supporting 300 payment methods. Thunes offers a suite of services including remittance processing, mass payouts, virtual accounts, and payment collection, utilizing application programming interfaces (APIs) to enhance accessibility and reduce transaction costs. In April 2022, the company expanded its capabilities by acquiring a controlling stake in Tookitaki, a compliance platform that strengthens its anti-money laundering and fraud prevention measures. Headquartered in Singapore, Thunes operates regional offices in key global cities such as London, Paris, and Dubai, positioning itself as a vital player in the international payment landscape.

Starsight Energy

Debt Financing in 2021
Starsight Energy specializes in providing clean energy solutions to commercial and industrial clients across Africa, focusing on both on-grid and off-grid services. The company offers sustainable solar power and energy efficiency services, along with cooling solutions. By employing a team of experienced engineers, Starsight Energy customizes energy storage systems to meet specific application needs and budget constraints. This approach enables clients to achieve significant cost savings while also reducing their carbon emissions. Notably, Starsight Energy eliminates upfront costs by allowing clients to pay a monthly fee for comprehensive services, making clean energy a financially viable choice.

Starsight Energy

Debt Financing in 2020
Starsight Energy specializes in providing clean energy solutions to commercial and industrial clients across Africa, focusing on both on-grid and off-grid services. The company offers sustainable solar power and energy efficiency services, along with cooling solutions. By employing a team of experienced engineers, Starsight Energy customizes energy storage systems to meet specific application needs and budget constraints. This approach enables clients to achieve significant cost savings while also reducing their carbon emissions. Notably, Starsight Energy eliminates upfront costs by allowing clients to pay a monthly fee for comprehensive services, making clean energy a financially viable choice.

Thunes

Series B in 2020
Thunes is a global B2B payment infrastructure platform established in 2016, specializing in cross-border payment solutions. It facilitates seamless fund transfers between various payment systems, catering to a diverse range of clients, including major players in the gig economy and fintech sectors. The platform enables businesses and consumers to send and receive payments in 80 currencies across 132 countries, supporting 300 payment methods. Thunes offers a suite of services including remittance processing, mass payouts, virtual accounts, and payment collection, utilizing application programming interfaces (APIs) to enhance accessibility and reduce transaction costs. In April 2022, the company expanded its capabilities by acquiring a controlling stake in Tookitaki, a compliance platform that strengthens its anti-money laundering and fraud prevention measures. Headquartered in Singapore, Thunes operates regional offices in key global cities such as London, Paris, and Dubai, positioning itself as a vital player in the international payment landscape.

Taptap Send

Venture Round in 2020
Taptap Send is a mobile application that facilitates instant money transfers for immigrants sending funds back to Africa at low costs. Launched in the summer of 2018, the platform has successfully processed hundreds of millions of dollars and serves hundreds of thousands of customers. It operates in seven European countries and enables payments to various countries, including Ivory Coast, Senegal, Mali, Ghana, Guinea, Cameroon, Bangladesh, Kenya, Madagascar, Zambia, Vietnam, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with plans for further expansion. Taptap Send simplifies the remittance process by allowing users to transfer money directly to mobile money wallets using just a debit card, eliminating the need for physical deposits and saving time for its clients.

Misr Hytech Seed

Acquisition in 2019
Misr Hytech Seed is a prominent producer of proprietary agricultural seeds located in Cairo, Egypt. The company specializes in the development, production, and marketing of hybrid seeds, including white corn, yellow corn, grain and fodder sorghum, sweet corn, and various vegetables. By utilizing advanced breeding, production, and conditioning technologies, Misr Hytech Seed ensures high-quality seeds tailored to the specific needs of the Egyptian market. The company plays a vital role in addressing the country's increasing food demand and enhancing food security by improving domestic farming productivity. In addition to seed production, Misr Hytech Seed is dedicated to supporting farmers by offering technical services aimed at optimizing crop production.

Axxela

Acquisition in 2019
Axxela Limited is a company that operates a natural gas distribution network in West Africa, focusing on the development of gas and power infrastructures. It aims to create a comprehensive energy offering that includes pipeline gas, compressed natural gas (CNG), and liquefied natural gas (LNG). Additionally, Axxela provides captive power services, which involve high-pressure transmission pipelines and gas processing facilities. By facilitating the transition to natural gas, Axxela helps clients meet their energy needs while contributing to a reduction in carbon dioxide, nitric oxide, and sulfur oxide emissions.

Lionano

Series B in 2018
Lionano Inc. is a battery technology company based in Woburn, Massachusetts, that specializes in the research, development, and commercialization of advanced battery materials. Founded in 2013, the company focuses on creating a drop-in replacement material for lithium-ion batteries, which has been nano-engineered to enhance capacity and cycle life. This innovative technology aims to improve key components of lithium-ion batteries, ultimately enabling lighter and more cost-effective consumer electronics, as well as extending the range of electric vehicles. Lionano's team comprises experts, including a recent PhD graduate in Chemistry from Cornell University, an MBA graduate from Cornell's Johnson School, a distinguished professor in electrochemistry, and a seasoned professional in the battery industry. The technology underpinning Lionano's products has been fully developed at Cornell University, positioning the company for a strong market entry.

TPAY Mobile

Acquisition in 2018
TPAY Mobile is an open mobile payment platform established in 2014 and headquartered in Cairo, Egypt. The company specializes in connecting consumers, businesses, and mobile operators through operator billing, enabling users to purchase online products and services using their mobile phone numbers. This innovative approach allows the costs of purchases to be added directly to users' cell phone bills or deducted from their prepaid balances. By leveraging the billing relationships and collection networks of mobile network operators, TPAY Mobile creates a seamless direct carrier billing ecosystem that facilitates access to local and global digital service providers, enhancing the overall payment experience for users and merchants alike.

Africell

Debt Financing in 2018
Africell, established in 2001, is a prominent mobile telecommunications operator in Africa, focusing on connecting and empowering local communities in its markets. With a commitment to traditional African values, Africell has become the leading provider in Gambia and Sierra Leone, while also expanding its presence in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, where it acquired Orange Uganda. The company offers a range of services, including 2G, 3G, and plans for LTE, catering to the diverse needs of its subscribers. By the end of 2016, Africell had reached a total of 11 million active subscribers across its operations. The company emphasizes community engagement and aims to enhance connectivity across the regions it serves.

Starsight

Private Equity Round in 2018
Starsight provides captive power and energy efficiency solutions to commercial, multi-site clients in Nigeria through long-term contracts.

Starsight Power Utility

Private Equity Round in 2018
Starsight Power Utility Ltd is an energy services company based in Ikoyi, Nigeria, founded in 2008. The company specializes in providing sustainable energy solutions, including solar-diesel-battery systems, as well as cooling and lighting services tailored for commercial and industrial clients. Starsight aims to enhance energy efficiency, delivering measurable cost savings while also contributing to significant reductions in carbon emissions for its customers. Through its innovative approach, Starsight Power Utility plays a crucial role in promoting sustainable energy practices within the business sector.

Zola Electric

Series D in 2018
Zola Electric is a provider of off-grid solar solutions focused on the African market, specifically operating in Tanzania, Rwanda, Ghana, and the Ivory Coast. Founded in 2012 and based in Arusha, Tanzania, with an office in San Francisco, the company specializes in renewable energy systems that leverage advanced solar, battery, and power electronics technology. Zola Electric offers solar home kits through a leasing or purchase model, enabling households and businesses to access clean and affordable energy. The company employs a pay-as-you-go micro-finance system that accommodates varying energy needs and income levels, powering over 180,000 homes and businesses. Recognized for its innovative approach, Zola Electric has received several awards, including the UN Momentum for Change Award and the Zayed Future Energy Prize, and is included in the Global Cleantech 100.

Solevo

Acquisition in 2017
Solevo is a distributor of specialty chemicals and agricultural inputs, focusing on four main product lines: fertilizers, crop protection, chemicals, and seeds. The company caters to various sectors, including agriculture, food, home, mining, and energy. Solevo aims to support local industry development and self-sufficiency by providing a diverse range of industrial chemicals. Through its offerings, the company seeks to enhance clients' productivity and safety, ultimately contributing to healthier and more secure livelihoods by increasing agricultural yields.

The Quantum Group

Debt Financing in 2017
The Quantum Group, a company based in Ghana with vertically-integrated operations in the transportation and logistics of refined petroleum products.

The GB Foods, S.A

Private Equity Round in 2017
The GB Foods, S.A. is a company based in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Spain, that specializes in the manufacturing and marketing of meal products. Founded in 2015, the company offers a range of meal solutions, including soups, ready-to-eat dishes, and fish products. Its operations extend across several countries, including Spain, Italy, the Netherlands, Russia, and the CIS Republics.

Trustco Bank

Post in 2017
Trustco Bank is a savings and loan holding company focused on community banking. It primarily accepts deposits and provides loans and investments, offering a variety of personal and business banking services. The bank's products include savings accounts, retirement accounts, money market accounts, mortgages, building loans, and auto loans. Trustco Bank operates in multiple states, including New York, Florida, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and Vermont, serving the communities within these geographic territories. The company's mission emphasizes delivering high-quality services at a low cost to its customers while aiming to provide shareholders with an above-average return on investment.

Axxela

Private Equity Round in 2016
Axxela Limited is a company that operates a natural gas distribution network in West Africa, focusing on the development of gas and power infrastructures. It aims to create a comprehensive energy offering that includes pipeline gas, compressed natural gas (CNG), and liquefied natural gas (LNG). Additionally, Axxela provides captive power services, which involve high-pressure transmission pipelines and gas processing facilities. By facilitating the transition to natural gas, Axxela helps clients meet their energy needs while contributing to a reduction in carbon dioxide, nitric oxide, and sulfur oxide emissions.

Tailor Brands

Series A in 2016
Tailor Brands, LTD. is an innovative online platform established in 2014 and based in Tel Aviv, Israel, that empowers users to create and manage their brand identities. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including logo design, business card creation, and letterhead development, alongside website development and personalized branding tools. Tailor Brands simplifies the process of starting, managing, and growing a business by providing a centralized experience that connects all necessary tools. This includes assistance with LLC formation, obtaining business permits and licenses, and developing a unique online presence. By streamlining these essential business functions, Tailor Brands enables clients to effectively kick-start their ventures with user-friendly design and branding solutions.

Zola Electric

Series D in 2016
Zola Electric is a provider of off-grid solar solutions focused on the African market, specifically operating in Tanzania, Rwanda, Ghana, and the Ivory Coast. Founded in 2012 and based in Arusha, Tanzania, with an office in San Francisco, the company specializes in renewable energy systems that leverage advanced solar, battery, and power electronics technology. Zola Electric offers solar home kits through a leasing or purchase model, enabling households and businesses to access clean and affordable energy. The company employs a pay-as-you-go micro-finance system that accommodates varying energy needs and income levels, powering over 180,000 homes and businesses. Recognized for its innovative approach, Zola Electric has received several awards, including the UN Momentum for Change Award and the Zayed Future Energy Prize, and is included in the Global Cleantech 100.

OVH Energy - Oando Licensee

Private Equity Round in 2016
OVH Energy, is the second largest downstream fuels company in Nigeria.

Telkom Kenya

Acquisition in 2016
Telkom Kenya, established in April 1999, is a prominent telecommunications operator in Kenya, providing a comprehensive range of integrated communication solutions. The company serves individuals, small and medium-sized enterprises, government entities, and large corporations with various services, including voice calling, messaging, and broadband data. With a commitment to delivering uninterrupted network connectivity, Telkom Kenya plays a significant role in the country's information and communications technology sector, catering to millions of customers across its GSM, fixed, and CDMA wireless platforms. As of June 2011, the company had approximately 2.8 million customers, reflecting its extensive reach and influence in the telecommunications market.

The Resort Group

Debt Financing in 2016
The Resort Group is a prominent luxury hotel owner, developer, and operator based in Cape Verde, recognized as the largest private investor in the nation’s history. The company operates five resorts on Sal Island: Melia Dunas, TUI Suneo Dunas, Melia Llana, TUI Blue Llana, and Melia Tortuga, with a significant construction pipeline of 6,500 rooms. Specializing in identifying future touristic hotspots, The Resort Group has successfully completed various projects in prime beachfront locations and has transitioned to direct management of its resorts. Since launching its first project, Melia Tortuga, in 2011, the group has garnered accolades, including the World Travel Awards' Cape Verde Leading Hotel and the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence. Melia Dunas, opened in 2014, is the largest resort in Africa and has also received prestigious awards. The group has created nearly 2,000 jobs for locals, significantly impacting Cape Verde's economy, while advancing the vision of its founder, Rob Jarrett, to showcase the country's natural beauty as a world-class tourist destination.

Crown Agents Bank

Acquisition in 2016
Crown Agents Bank Limited provides banking, public financial management, procurement, supply chain management.

Pipeline Network

Seed Round in 2016
Pipeline Network is a developer of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions that focuses on enhancing connectivity among electronic and electrical devices across various industries. The company specializes in creating a cellular network that supports wireless connectivity, including WiFi and low power wide area networks (LPWAN). Its innovative technology aims to prevent electricity theft, improve transportation efficiency, and reduce operating costs while facilitating data convergence. Additionally, Pipeline Network utilizes autonomous drones to extend its coverage and enhance the overall effectiveness of its IoT applications, thereby increasing yield and operational efficiency for its clients.

Fawry

Private Equity Round in 2015
Fawry for Banking Technology and Electronic Payments operates as an electronic payment network in Egypt, providing a range of financial services to both consumers and businesses. Founded in 2008 and based in Giza, the company serves approximately 20 million customers through over 111,000 service points across the country. Fawry offers a variety of payment solutions, including bill payments through online platforms, ATMs, mobile wallets, and retail locations, such as groceries and pharmacies. Its services encompass payment facilitation, customer acquisition, electronic cash services, and business-to-business collections. The company is known for its reliability and convenience in payment processing, making it a significant player in Egypt's electronic payment landscape.

Starzs Investments Company

Debt Financing in 2015
Starzs Investments Company Limited is a prominent indigenous offshore oil and gas services provider based in Nigeria. The company specializes in marine transportation and logistics, catering to both international and local oil companies. Its range of services includes towage, anchoring, and positioning of offshore assets, as well as ship management and maritime security logistics support. By offering a variety of tailored services, Starzs Investments enables its clients to select solutions that best meet their operational needs in the challenging offshore environment.

Africa Oil Corp

Post in 2015
Africa Oil is a Canadian oil and gas company with assets in Kenya and Ethiopia as well as Puntland (Somalia) through its 41% equity interest in Africa Energy Corp. Africa Oil's East African holdings are within a world-class exploration play fairway with a total gross land package in this prolific region in excess of 200,000 square kilometers. The East African Rift Basin system is one of the last of the great rift basins to be explored. Several new significant oil discoveries have been announced in the Lokichar basin of Kenya in which the Company holds a 50% interest along with operator Tullow Oil plc. The Company is listed on the TSX and on Nasdaq Stockholm under the symbol "AOI".

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.

Impact Oil & Gas

Private Equity Round in 2014
Impact Oil & Gas is an oil and gas exploration company focused on discovering new opportunities in underexplored sedimentary basins offshore Africa. The company engages in early-stage exploration activities targeting deep-water prospective hydrocarbon plays. Through comprehensive geological and geophysical assessments, Impact Oil & Gas aims to identify substantial reservoirs that offer significant potential for multinational partners. The company's commitment to uncovering large-scale hydrocarbon resources positions it as a key player in the industry.

Helios Towers Africa

Private Equity Round in 2014
Helios Towers Africa has operations in Ghana, Tanzania, the Democratic Republic of Congo and a sister company in Nigeria. The number of mobile subscribers in Africa has increased from just 16 million people in 2000 to over 500 million today. Based on these growth levels and without an increase in the sharing of telecoms tower facilities, the number of towers in Africa will need to double from the current number of 75,000, a significant environmental impact.

ARM Pension Managers PFA

Private Equity Round in 2014
ARM Pension Managers PFA Limited (“ARM Pensions”), a subsidiary of ARM. ARM Pensions is Nigeria’s largest independent pension fund manager.

Mulu

Seed Round in 2013
Mulu, Inc. is a technology company based in Los Angeles, California, founded in 2011. It specializes in developing an online tool that leverages deep learning to identify and make commercially available products shoppable in real time. Mulu's platform enables individuals, retailers, celebrities, and trendsetters to create profiles that recommend products and direct users to purchase locations. Publishers and bloggers utilize Mulu to automatically link products mentioned in their content for sale on their pages. Additionally, advertising platforms employ Mulu to deliver targeted ads and construct user interest graphs, while retailers and curation sites benefit from its ability to automate affiliate links and organize inventory into curated collections efficiently.

Bayport Management

Private Equity Round in 2013
Bayport Management Ltd is a financial services company headquartered in Ebene, Mauritius, with operations extending across several countries, including Botswana, Colombia, Ghana, Mexico, Mozambique, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia. Established in 2001, the company specializes in offering a range of retail financial products, including personal loans, savings accounts, flexible deposits, and transaction accounts. Additionally, Bayport provides innovative banking solutions such as mobile banking, e-wallets, payment kiosks, and ATM services. The company also offers various insurance products, including credit insurance and plans for education, hospital, and funeral coverage. Bayport Management generates revenue primarily through interest income and administration fees associated with its financial services.

MallforAfrica

Private Equity Round in 2013
MallforAfrica is Africa's larges online mall which enables Africans from 35 countries purchase items from international retailers in the US and UK who do not accept local currency or ship to Africa. Its online platform and payment system gives its users access to over 250 US/UK retailers and over 2 billion products. MallforAfrica was successfully sold with an IP and Platform exit in 2021. MallforAfrica was launched by Chris Folayan in June 2012 and its operations are based in Nigeria

Eland Oil & Gas

Private Equity Round in 2012
Eland Oil & Gas PLC is an independent oil and gas company focused on the exploration, development, and production of oil and gas properties in West Africa, primarily in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Aberdeen, UK, the company holds interests in the OML 40 license, covering 498 square kilometers, and a 40% interest in the Ubima field, which spans 65 square kilometers in Rivers State. Eland Oil & Gas PLC was acquired by Seplat Petroleum Development Company Plc as of December 17, 2019.

Interswitch

Venture Round in 2011
Interswitch is an Africa-focused integrated digital payments and commerce company that has been operational since 2002. It specializes in transaction switching and electronic payments processing, building and managing payment infrastructure across the continent. Interswitch facilitates the electronic circulation of money and the exchange of value between individuals and organizations, ensuring timely and consistent transactions. By providing innovative payment products and transactional services, the company aims to help banks, institutions, and governments reduce costs, enhance operational efficiency, and drive sustainable revenue growth.

Vivo Energy Investments

Acquisition in 2011
Vivo Energy Investments B.V., established in 2011 and headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands, is a subsidiary of Vivo Energy plc. Vivo Energy plc, based in London, UK, operates as a retailer and distributor of fuels and lubricants in Africa, serving both consumers and commercial customers. It offers a range of products and services, including petrol and diesel fuels, lubricants, convenience retail shops, quick service restaurants, car washes, and tailored energy solutions. As of 2019, it operated 2,226 service stations under the Shell and Engen brands across 23 African countries. Vivo Energy is jointly owned by Vitol, Helios Investment Partners, and Shell, and is responsible for the Shell brand in Africa.

JCDecaux South Africa

Acquisition in 2009
JCDecaux South Africa (Pty) Ltd provides advertising services for marketers across South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa. Its services include the design and printing of artwork, and the display of outdoor advertising.

Equity Group Holdings

Private Equity Round in 2007
Equity Group Holdings is a financial services provider based in Nairobi, Kenya. It operates primarily through Equity Bank Kenya, which is a licensed commercial bank regulated by the Central Bank of Kenya. Equity Bank Kenya was established in 2014 following a corporate restructure of Equity Group Holdings Limited. The organization offers a range of banking and financial services aimed at various customer segments, contributing to the financial inclusion and economic empowerment of individuals and businesses in the region.

Africatel

Private Equity Round in 2007
Africatel Holding BV is a holding company that specializes in providing telecommunication services. The company offers a range of services including fixed and mobile telephony, local voice and data services, as well as broadband and data transmission solutions. Africatel is focused on delivering comprehensive communication solutions to meet the diverse needs of its clientele in the telecommunications sector.

First City Monument Bank

Private Equity Round in 2007
First City Monument Bank, established in 1982 and headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria, is a prominent commercial bank that offers a diverse array of financial services. As part of the FCMB Group, the bank caters to individuals, small and medium enterprises, and large corporations through its personal, business, and corporate banking divisions. Its offerings include loans, savings and current accounts, credit cards, and online banking, facilitating digital transformation in the banking sector. Additionally, First City Monument Bank provides specialized services such as cash management, foreign exchange, corporate finance, and trade services, which encompass financial advisory, capital raising, and infrastructure financing.

HTN Towers

Private Equity Round in 2005
HTN Towers is the first independent tower operator in Africa, established in 2006, with a significant presence in Nigeria. The company manages a diversified portfolio of over 2,000 tower sites, primarily located in urban and suburban areas across 34 of Nigeria's 36 states, with a notable concentration in Lagos and Abuja. HTN Towers specializes in providing passive infrastructure for the telecommunications industry, offering colocation services, distributed antenna systems, and managed services. The company designs, builds, and operates its tower site infrastructure, which includes essential components such as ground space, tower structures, and advanced power management systems to ensure uninterrupted power supply.

Conduit

Conduit is a financial technology company that specializes in enhancing cross-border payment solutions for global businesses. Its platform simplifies and accelerates the process of moving money between USD and various local currencies in Latin America, offering improved transparency and efficiency compared to traditional payment systems. By providing a user-friendly dashboard, Conduit enables teams to manage payments with greater visibility and speed, facilitating same-day transactions and seamless commercial exchanges. The company's focus on streamlining B2B payments and invoice settlements positions it as a key player in maximizing financial opportunities within emerging markets.
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