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Formerly known as PE Talks Africa – a podcast about the trends and opportunities in Africa's private capital ecosystem. AVCA operates at the nexus of private capital in Africa, championing and enabling private investment across the continent. As the pan-African industry body, we play a significant role as an effective change agent for the industry, acting as the trusted independent source of information, insight, and intelligence inspiring investor confidence; making the case for both commercial…
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‘Current Affairs’ The Jurisdiction Advantage: Why Kigali Matters
In this episode of the AVCA Podcast, we sit down with Hortense Mudenge, Chief Executive Officer, Kigali International Financial Centre (KIFC), to explore how Kigali has emerged as a leading jurisdiction for fund domiciliation in Africa, the policy choices that underpin its growth, and what fund managers should consider when selecting a domicile. Learn more about KIFC: kifc.rw
Thematic Series | From Fields to Factories: Scaling Africa’s Real Economy with Oxano Capital
Explore the untapped potential of Africa’s manufacturing and agriculture sectors. This episode highlights how investor attention has skewed toward technology and digital innovation. Learn about the impact on key sectors such as agro-processing and why the commercial potential make these areas are ripe for exploration. Learn more about Oxano Capital: https://oxano.capital/ Read the Oxano Capital…
'Inside the Raise' How to Reach Final Close
This conversation will explore how leading Africa-focused fund managers have successfully raised capital in the current fundraising environment and how their investment strategies are evolving to capture opportunities across the continent. The session will also examine broader themes, including: ▪ The resilience of African private capital ▪ Emerging sectors and opportunities across African markets…
Thematic Series | Courageous Capital: The Future of VC in African Tech
Marsha Wulff, Co-Founding Partner, LoftyInc, shares her insights on investing in Africa's emerging tech ecosystem. She discusses the essence of “ Courageous Capital, ” highlighting the critical role investors must play in supporting not only entrepreneurs but the systems they are building. Read African Ngenuity: An Investor’s Guide to a Vital Tech Ecosystem by Marsha Wulff:…
Thematic Series | Credit Where It’s Due: Turning Africa’s Risk Perception Into Resilience
In this episode, we take a closer look "Inside the Raise" with Isha Doshi, Co-Founder, Partner & CFO, TLG Capital, about the evolution and transformative potential of private credit in Africa. How can disciplined structuring and impact-focused lending deliver strong returns whilst reshaping global perceptions of African investment risk?
Thematic Series | Building the Invisible Infrastructure: Kuunda’s Journey to Powering Africa’s Digital Lending Revolution
In this episode, we dive "Inside the Deal" with Bruce Nsereko-Lule, General Partner at Seedstars Africa Ventures, and Andrew Milne, Group Co-CEO of Kuunda, to unpack one of Africa’s most compelling fintech success stories.
'Inside the Exit' Health Horizons: Lessons from an Impact Exit with Leapfrog Investments
LeapFrog Investments recently completed its exit from Goodlife Pharmacy, East Africa’s largest retail pharmacy platform, marking a significant milestone in the region's healthcare sector. Under LeapFrog's guidance since 2017, Goodlife expanded from 19 to 150 stores, serving over 2 million consumers annually. The acquisition by CFAO Healthcare, a subsidiary of the Toyota Group, underscores the…
Africa's Infrastructure in 2025: Rachel More-Oshodi on the M300 Summit
In this episode of the AVCA podcast, Rachel More-Oshodi, CEO of ARM-Harith Infrastructure Investment, shares insights from the Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit and discusses trends in Africa's infrastructure landscape. Drawing on findings from AVCA's ' Private Capital Investment in Africa's Infrastructure ' report, Rachel examines how Africa's renewable energy resources present environmental and…
The Power of Storytelling in African Private Capital
How does storytelling shape the future of African privatecapital? In this episode, Bidemi Zakariyau Akande, Founder of LSF PR,and Yolande Tabo, Investor Relations Principal at Convergence Partners, break down the power of storytelling in investment and business. From building brand trust to attracting capital, they reveal how the right narrative can be a game-changer—and how the wrong one can be…