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Monday, 27 - Thursday, 30 April 2026

How the War in Iran is Affecting Africa's Economy and Fuel
Press Highlights
1 May 26

How the War in Iran is Affecting Africa's Economy and Fuel

“We as a continent need to focus on internal resilience,” - Abi Mustapha-Maduakor, Chief Executive Officer, AVCA - The African Private Capital Association.
Nigerian Sovereign Investment Authority wants GPs to show ‘synergies’
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1 May 26

Nigerian Sovereign Investment Authority wants GPs to show ‘synergies’

NSIA: Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority is scouting for fund managers to help it deploy capital across its broader platform, according to head of externally managed investments Chinedu Mofunanya at #AVCA2026
Iran War Seen Boosting Africa's Renewable Energy Deals
1 May 26

Iran War Seen Boosting Africa's Renewable Energy Deals

The 2026 Iran conflict is accelerating Africa's shift toward renewable energy by triggering a surge in fossil-fuel prices, prompting nations to seek energy independence and boosting renewable energy transactions.
Nigerian Sovereign Investment Authority wants GPs to show ‘synergies’
Press Highlights
1 May 26

Nigerian Sovereign Investment Authority wants GPs to show ‘synergies’

African investors are increasingly driving the market as global shocks and geopolitical uncertainty deter Western financiers. AVCA Research found a rising share of local capital and a focus on smaller, resilient deals, with African investors accounting for 21% of private capital commitments in 2025. Despite a decline in foreign investment, the African private capital landscape is maturing, with AVCA noting a shift toward strengthening domestic capital mobilisation.
To unclog private equity funding, Africa needs to develop a market for secondaries
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1 May 26

To unclog private equity funding, Africa needs to develop a market for secondaries

For years, Africa’s business forums have echoed with the same refrain – the call for “global capital.” Another key to scaling investment opportunities on the continent is to recycle the capital that’s already been committed through secondary sales.
This African LP is seeking impact debt managers
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1 May 26

This African LP is seeking impact debt managers

ICEA LION Group is building up its private credit allocation with a focus on job creation and climate, CIO Gerald Gondo says.
At AVCA summit, investors rethink African venture as exits surge
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1 May 26

At AVCA summit, investors rethink African venture as exits surge

Opening the association’s 22nd Venture Capital Summit in Nairobi on Wednesday, AVCA chief executive Abi Mustapha-Maduakor acknowledged the headwinds facing the sector but pointed to shifts witnessed in 2025. AVCA’s annual gathering brings founders, venture capital investors, corporate venture arms, philanthropic foundations, and policymakers
 Sous pression, les investisseurs africains œuvrent au rebond
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1 May 26

Sous pression, les investisseurs africains œuvrent au rebond

En dépit d’un contexte international tendu, le gotha du capital investissement africain, réuni cette semaine dans la capitale kényane, veut croire à la résilience des investissements sur le continent. À condition d’actionner les bons leviers.
 Private capital summit highlights shift to smaller deals amid tight liquidity in Africa
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1 May 26

Private capital summit highlights shift to smaller deals amid tight liquidity in Africa

Nairobi is this week hosting one of Africa’s biggest investment gatherings, at a time when the private capital industry is facing tighter global liquidity, shifting investor priorities, and growing pressure to fund its own growth. The 22nd Annual Africa Private Capital Association Conference and Venture Capital Summit is bringing together investors and policymakers to chart the next phase of capital flows into the continent.
African fundraising collapses by 34% as investors retreat to safer havens
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1 May 26

African fundraising collapses by 34% as investors retreat to safer havens

En la cumbre de AVCA, los inversores impulsan un enfoque pragmático ante el aumento de las salidas de África del mercado.
Press Highlights
1 May 26

En la cumbre de AVCA, los inversores impulsan un enfoque pragmático ante el aumento de las salidas de África del mercado.

Los delegados de la conferencia anual de la Asociación Africana de Capital Privado (AVCA) escucharon que el mercado africano de capital privado está entrando en una fase pragmática, ya que las salidas a bolsa de empresas respaldadas por capital de riesgo alcanzaron niveles récord en 2025, a pesar de que la captación de fondos siguió siendo difícil.
AVCA targets Abidjan 2027 as investors push for deeper markets
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1 May 26

AVCA targets Abidjan 2027 as investors push for deeper markets

The African Private Capital Association has announced Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, as the host city for its 2027 Annual Conference and Venture Capital Summit, underscoring growing investor confidence in West Africa’s economic trajectory.
East Africa attracts $4.1bn investment amid reforms
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1 May 26

East Africa attracts $4.1bn investment amid reforms

East Africa has successfully attracted US$4.1bn in investments between 2021 and 2025, a milestone attributed to aggressive capital market reforms and foreign exchange liberalisation across the region. The data was unveiled at the ongoing 22nd Annual AVCA Conference & VC Summit, where over 800 international and domestic financiers have gathered to position Kenya as the primary gateway for African private capita
Dangote Reiterates $30 Billion Revenue Target Despite US Tariff
Press Highlights
25 May 25

Dangote Reiterates $30 Billion Revenue Target Despite US Tariff

Aliko Dangote, Africa’s richest person, said his group is on track to generate total revenue of $30 billion next year, even as companies fret over the potential impact of US President Donald Trump’s tariffs.
Pioneering Gender Lens Investing in Nigeria: 'Tokunboh Ishmael, Alitheia Capital at #AVCA2025
Interviews
6 May 25

Pioneering Gender Lens Investing in Nigeria: 'Tokunboh Ishmael, Alitheia Capital at #AVCA2025

African FinTech Opportunities for Global Investors: Nigel Morris, QED Investors at #AVCA2025
Interviews
6 May 25

African FinTech Opportunities for Global Investors: Nigel Morris, QED Investors at #AVCA2025

Driving Early-Stage Innovation in Africa: Ashley Lewis on DPI’s VC Strategy #AVCA2025
Interviews
6 May 25

Driving Early-Stage Innovation in Africa: Ashley Lewis on DPI’s VC Strategy #AVCA2025

Investing for Inclusive Tech-Enabled Growth: Dr Omobola Johnson, TLcom Capital #AVCA2025
Interviews
6 May 25

Investing for Inclusive Tech-Enabled Growth: Dr Omobola Johnson, TLcom Capital #AVCA2025

Investment Strategy and Digital Opportunities in Africa: Dirk Werner, EBRD #AVCA2025
Interviews
6 May 25

Investment Strategy and Digital Opportunities in Africa: Dirk Werner, EBRD #AVCA2025

Rwanda as a FinTech Launchpad: Jean-Marie Kananura, KIFC at #AVCA2025
Interviews
6 May 25

Rwanda as a FinTech Launchpad: Jean-Marie Kananura, KIFC at #AVCA2025

Papa Demba Diallo, Africa50, on Energy Access, Transport and Regional Trade in Africa #AVCA2025
Interviews
6 May 25

Papa Demba Diallo, Africa50, on Energy Access, Transport and Regional Trade in Africa #AVCA2025

Backing Diverse Managers and Mobilising Capital: Wale Adeosun, Kuramo Capital #AVCA2025
Interviews
6 May 25

Backing Diverse Managers and Mobilising Capital: Wale Adeosun, Kuramo Capital #AVCA2025

Mobilising Pension Capital in Africa: Josphat Muriuki, KenGen Staff Retirement Scheme #AVCA2025
Interviews
6 May 25

Mobilising Pension Capital in Africa: Josphat Muriuki, KenGen Staff Retirement Scheme #AVCA2025

AVCA Interview: Adesuwa
Interviews
6 May 25

AVCA Interview: Adesuwa

Verod-Kepple’s Satoshi Shinada on VC Trends and Cross-Border Collaboration #AVCA2025
Interviews
6 May 25

Verod-Kepple’s Satoshi Shinada on VC Trends and Cross-Border Collaboration #AVCA2025

Africa Private Capital Meetings Attract Investment
Interviews
2 May 25

Africa Private Capital Meetings Attract Investment

Channels TV - In a recent interview, Danladi Verheijen discussed his appointment as Board Chair of the African Private Capital Association (AVCA), a pan-African organisation of investors, business owners and leaders focused on sustainable investments across the continent.
The Tide Is Turning’: Private Capital Looks To Nigeria Again As Economy Rekindles Investor Interest
Press Highlights
1 May 25

The Tide Is Turning’: Private Capital Looks To Nigeria Again As Economy Rekindles Investor Interest

Forbes Africa - by Oluwatomisin Amokeoja
Hollywood producer, investors back Nigerian traditional fighting league
Press Highlights
1 May 25

Hollywood producer, investors back Nigerian traditional fighting league

By Alexis Akwagyiram and Alexander Onukwue for Semafor Africa
AVCA’s 5th VC Summit spotlights resilience, scale and bankability as critical levers for African VC ecosystem
Interviews
30 Apr 25

AVCA’s 5th VC Summit spotlights resilience, scale and bankability as critical levers for African VC ecosystem

20th Annual AVCA Conference & VC Summit Welcome Video
Interviews
1 May 24

20th Annual AVCA Conference & VC Summit Welcome Video

20th Anniversary AVCA Conference & VC Summit Highlight Video
Press Highlights
1 May 24

20th Anniversary AVCA Conference & VC Summit Highlight Video

Financial Times: Investment arm of UK international development plans to boost Africa spending
Press Highlights
30 Apr 24

Financial Times: Investment arm of UK international development plans to boost Africa spending

AVCA CEO speaks with Fifi Peters at CNBC Africa about Private Capital in Africa remaining resilient despite global slowdown
Interviews, Press Highlights
25 Apr 24

AVCA CEO speaks with Fifi Peters at CNBC Africa about Private Capital in Africa remaining resilient despite global slowdown

City Wire: There were 201 private capital deals in SA last year
Press Highlights
25 Apr 24

City Wire: There were 201 private capital deals in SA last year

What Delegates Say: AVCA Events
Interviews
21 Sept 22

What Delegates Say: AVCA Events

Our broad range of virtual and in-person events include the Annual AVCA Conference, thematic summits, roundtables, briefings, capacity building programs, meetings, and networking receptions – providing a platform for industry players to engage in meaningful dialogue, connect with peers, and exchange ideas. We are committed to fostering an environment of collaboration and innovation within the industry, and our events play a vital role in achieving this goal.