Private equity investing in Africa is set to be a key discussion point on David Cameron’s visit to Africa, with the UK Prime Minister having selected some of the industry’s key figures to accompany him on the trip. more
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SAVCA hits back at govt attacks on LBOs
South Africa’s private equity industry has pushed back at government accusations that leveraged buyouts (LBOs) were being used as funnel schemes that significantly erode the country’s tax base. more
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CDC to solely invest in Africa and Asia
The Commonwealth Development Corporation (CDC) is set to focus all its investment activities on sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia, following recommendations from a review committee led by the UK Secretary of State for International Development, Andrew Mitchell. more
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Deals bounce back
Deal making in Africa’s private equity market has exhibited strong recovery in the first half of 2011, as investors put capital to work. more
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Global LPs interest in Africa spikes
Not long ago any mention of investing in an Africa-focused private equity fund would have been preceded by words such as ‘opaque’ or ‘risky’. more
