Balancing Profit and Purpose: How Investors Can Drive Impact in Africa’s Growth Story
When I look back over my career, one truth stands out clearly: Africa’s growth story is as much about people as it is about profits. For decades, investors have focused primarily on returns. But in Africa, where development needs are vast and opportunities immense, investment has the power to transform lives as well as balance […]
Financing the Future: Innovative Capital Structures for Africa’s Energy Transition
Africa is in the middle of a profound energy shift. The demand for power is growing rapidly as populations expand, cities grow, and economies modernize. At the same time, there is pressure to reduce carbon emissions and embrace cleaner sources of energy. The challenge is not just about building solar farms, wind projects, and modern […]
From Multinationals to Entrepreneurship: Lessons Learned in Building Businesses Across Continents
When I look back at my career journey, it has been anything but linear. I’ve gone from working at large multinational corporations then to leading billion-dollar businesses in Africa, and eventually to building and investing in companies of my own. Each stage of the journey has taught me valuable lessons—not only about business, but also […]
Private Equity in Emerging Markets: Unlocking Growth in Africa’s Infrastructure
When people think of private equity, they often picture big deals in New York or London. But some of the most exciting opportunities are not in developed markets—they are in Africa. As someone who has spent much of my career at the intersection of finance and infrastructure on the continent, I’ve seen firsthand how private […]