Member Interviews

In this interview, Jerry Parkes, Chief Executive Officer, Injaro Investments Limited, emphasises the importance of cross-sectoral collaboration to unlock Africa's agricultural potential.

In this episode we are joined by Samantha Pokroy, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Sanari Capital as we delve into the dynamic world of private equity in Africa, focusing on its transformative impact on family-owned businesses across the continent. Join us as we explore Sanari’s unique expertise in strategies for scaling family enterprises, and the pivotal role they play in Africa’s journey to sustainable economic growth.

In this interview AVCA and Edmund Higenbottam, Managing Director, Verdant Capital explore the critical role of mezzanine and private credit as an emerging asset class, their strategic function in bridging funding gaps, and the ongoing discussion surrounding the uptake of their adoption.

Join us as Angela Nduta Mwenda PhD, Associate Director, IBIS Consulting , uncovers the crucial role ESG plays in supporting LPs and GPs, providing a comprehensive guide to harnessing opportunities while ensuring sustainable and responsible investment practices in the diverse and evolving African landscape.

In this interview, Yolande Tabo and Idan Segal have joined us to delve deeper into the fund’s success, how the team overcame challenges, and what words of advice they would give to fund managers struggling to raise capital in this challenging climate.