Wilderness Holdings
Post in 2018
Wilderness Holdings Limited is an ecotourism company based in Gaborone, Botswana, that was founded in 1983. It operates a network of responsible tourism ventures, including Wilderness Safaris and the Governors' Camp Collection, which manage 48 safari camps and 32 aircraft across seven African countries: Botswana, Kenya, Namibia, Rwanda, South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. The company focuses on safari consulting, tour operations, and transfers, while also engaging in finance and asset management services. Wilderness Holdings is committed to building sustainable conservation economies and actively supports non-profit initiatives like Children in the Wilderness and the Wilderness Wildlife Trust to promote responsible tourism and environmental stewardship in southern Africa.
Cellulant
Series C in 2018
Cellulant Corporation is a prominent multinational payments company headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, focused on digitizing payments across Africa's major economies. Founded in 2004, Cellulant offers a comprehensive mobile payments platform that connects businesses and governments, facilitating various consumer payment solutions. Its key products include Mula, a versatile payment platform; Agrikore, a blockchain-based tool designed for the agriculture sector that streamlines contracting and digital payments; and Tingg, which enables users to manage card, bank, and bill payments seamlessly. By providing locally relevant payment solutions, Cellulant addresses the intricate needs of global, regional, and local merchants, making it easier for them to collect and make payments in multiple currencies.
SES Networks
Series H in 2015
O3b Networks Limited specializes in satellite communications by operating a fiber-based satellite network that delivers global broadband connectivity. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in St Helier, Jersey, with an operational office in The Hague, Netherlands, the company provides internet and mobile connectivity services to a diverse clientele, including telecommunications operators, internet service providers, enterprises, and government entities across Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and the Asia Pacific. O3b Networks employs a Medium Earth Orbit satellite constellation designed to enhance communication capabilities, offering improved speed, affordability, and flexibility to meet the various capacity and network demands of its clients in 177 countries. Since August 2016, O3b Networks has operated as a subsidiary of SES, S.A.
Ison Xperiences
Venture Round in 2013
Ison Xperiences is a leading provider of customer engagement and experience management services, operating primarily in Africa, the United Arab Emirates, and India. As the largest independent call center operator in Africa, the company has a presence in ten Anglophone and Francophone countries, employing over 6,000 individuals, with more than 3,400 based in Africa. Ison Xperiences specializes in delivering outsourced voice and customer relationship management services to a diverse range of industries, including telecommunications, government, retail, energy, media, entertainment, and aviation. By focusing on optimizing customer experience and enhancing business process management, Ison Xperiences enables its clients to improve revenue generation and overall operational efficiency.
SES Networks
Venture Round in 2012
O3b Networks Limited specializes in satellite communications by operating a fiber-based satellite network that delivers global broadband connectivity. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in St Helier, Jersey, with an operational office in The Hague, Netherlands, the company provides internet and mobile connectivity services to a diverse clientele, including telecommunications operators, internet service providers, enterprises, and government entities across Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and the Asia Pacific. O3b Networks employs a Medium Earth Orbit satellite constellation designed to enhance communication capabilities, offering improved speed, affordability, and flexibility to meet the various capacity and network demands of its clients in 177 countries. Since August 2016, O3b Networks has operated as a subsidiary of SES, S.A.
Chemicotex
Private Equity Round in 2011
Chemicotex is a prominent fast-moving consumer goods manufacturer based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The company is best known for its flagship brand, Whitedent toothpaste, which is utilized daily by over 20 million Tanzanians and holds a leading market position in the region. Chemicotex's product portfolio includes a variety of personal care items, such as Bannisters Glycerine, Sweetheart, U&Me, and Siri creams, as well as hair care products marketed under the Afro-Gel and Soft Touch brands. Additionally, the company operates a food division offering Chemi-Cola squashes and the Simba Chef range of ingredients. Established in the late 1970s and significantly expanded following a merger in 2000, Chemicotex has invested in advanced production technologies and a robust distribution network, delivering products to nearly 10,000 customers weekly. The company has also extended its reach internationally, exporting to several African countries and establishing a subsidiary in Rwanda. Through continuous investment and growth, Chemicotex aims to become a leading pan-African consumer goods company, providing high-quality products accessible to consumers throughout the continent.
Hygeia Group
Venture Round in 2009
Hygeia Group, based in Lagos, Nigeria, specializes in integrated healthcare services, managing hospitals and health maintenance organizations (HMOs). Founded in 1986, the company operates its flagship facility, Lagoon Hospital Apapa, along with two additional hospitals located in Ikeja and Victoria Island. Hygeia's hospital services encompass a wide range of specialties, including surgery, cardiology, pediatrics, and critical care, among others. Through its HMO, Hygeia provides managed care to over 400,000 enrollees from more than 250 corporate clients, working with a vast network of over 1,200 healthcare providers nationwide. Additionally, the Hygeia Community Health Plan is a donor-funded initiative designed to enhance healthcare access for low-income groups in Nigeria. As a subsidiary of CIEL Healthcare Ltd, Hygeia Group is committed to delivering comprehensive healthcare solutions to its patients and communities.
Guaranty Trust Bank
Venture Round in 2008
Guaranty Trust Bank Plc is a prominent Nigerian financial institution, established in 1990 and headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. The bank provides a diverse range of banking products and services, including corporate, commercial, retail, and SME banking. Its offerings encompass current accounts, savings deposits, loans, credit facilities, foreign currency products, and private banking services. The bank also facilitates letters of credit, guarantees, and portfolio management, alongside online banking solutions. With a significant presence in West and East Africa, as well as the United Kingdom, Guaranty Trust Bank serves a wide clientele, including large corporations, small and medium-sized enterprises, and government agencies. The institution is recognized for its commitment to quality service, ethics, professionalism, and adherence to international corporate governance standards, contributing to its consistent growth and strong asset base. With over 10,000 employees, the bank continues to expand its influence across the region, maintaining a reputation as one of Africa's most profitable and well-managed financial entities.