AVCA - The African Private Capital Association

We’re excited to announce Tope Awotona, Founder & CEO of Calendly, as the VC Summit keynote speaker at the the 21st Annual AVCA Conference!   Tope’s entrepreneurial journey is a masterclass in innovation and leadership. Before Calendly, he worked in enterprise software sales at IBM, Perceptive Software, and Dell Technologies, while launching multiple start-ups.   Don't miss this opportunity to hear Tope's insights on building category-defining companies! Register now at avcaconference.com. #AVCA2025

Last year, we celebrated two decades of driving Africa’s private capital industry forward at the 20th Anniversary AVCA Conference in Johannesburg. From thought-provoking panels to our first-ever AVCA Awards Ceremony (20 awards for 20 years!), it was a milestone event that showcased the innovation and resilience shaping private capital across the continent. Now, the countdown begins for #AVCAWeekinLagos—we're returning after 11 years to a city that’s become a true powerhouse for investment and entrepreneurship. Expect insightful sessions, unparalleled networking, and a deep-dive into the bold moves required to power growth across Africa. Don’t miss out—secure your place today: https://lnkd.in/dTwwMhn #AVCA2025 #AVCAConference

Gain deeper insights into Africa’s private capital landscape with AVCA’s data & intelligence tools. 📊 From interactive dashboards to bespoke research, our intelligence offerings provide the insights you need to navigate Africa’s private capital landscape with confidence. 🔍 African Private Capital Dashboard – Visualize trends & access predictive analytics 📊 Bespoke Research – Tailored insights for your investment strategy 📑 Market Intelligence – Independent research across all asset classes 👨🏻💻 Research Consultancy – Expert analysis to drive growth Explore more: https://lnkd.in/djN6Rjsv #AVCAResearch

Deepen your #PrivateCapital knowledge at the Annual AVCA Conference & VC Summit in Lagos on Friday 2nd May. Our masterclasses provide practical insights and global best practices for fundraising and exits. 📚 Fundraising Masterclass – Led by Paola Ravacchioli 📚 Managing Exits Masterclass – Led by Hany Assaad Both AVCA Masterclasses qualify for #CPD points. Secure your spot now! #AVCA2025 #AVCAConference #AVCAAcademy 🔗 Find out more: https://lnkd.in/d35Z28US

🎙️ On #TheAVCAPodcast, M. Mikael Hajjar discusses how P1 Ventures combines global expertise, local knowledge, and data-driven insights to back exceptional African founders. Since 2020, P1 Ventures has deployed US$50 million across 34 companies, including notable investments in Yassir and Raenest. From investing during the COVID-19 mobility crisis to identifying untapped opportunities in markets like Morocco, Mika offers a compelling perspective on building category-defining companies from the continent. ⬇️ Read an excerpt and listen to the full discussion

📰 #AVCAMemberNews Verdant Capital announces the completion of its US$2mn mezzanine investment in UsPlus - The investment will support UsPlus’ expansion of working capital solutions tailored to Small to Medium Enterprises (SMEs) operating across various critical sectors in South Africa. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/dAsVNdmQ

📰 #AVCAMemberNews P1 Ventures receives backing from Egypt's fund of funds - Egypt’s Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise Development Agency (MSMEDA) a government body focused on empowering small businesses, has made a strategic move to bolster the country’s growing startup ecosystem with a USD$7.5mn investment across three regional venture capital funds. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/d2UfydVw

📰 #AVCAMemberNews AfricInvest Group secures EUR10mn commitment from Proparco - Proparco has announced a EUR10mn investment in the latest fund dedicated to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) from AfricInvest, a long-standing partner and major player in impact investing in Africa. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/db4aDKPb

Ready to enhance your expertise in #PrivateCapital? The AVCA Academy offers professional certification programmes designed specifically for Africa's private capital industry with four specialised tracks. Each track features tailored modules to deepen your industry knowledge and support your career growth. Enrol now: https://lnkd.in/ecXvKins #ProfessionalDevelopment #ExecutiveEducation #AVCAAcademy

📰 #AVCAMemberNews DEG invests in South African online insurance platform - DEG is providing South African online insurance platform Naked with USD 4 million in equity capital. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/dd3evAwx