Cauris Management

Cauris Management, established in 1996, is a private equity firm headquartered in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, with an additional office in Lomé, Togo. The company specializes in mid-market and growth-oriented investments, focusing on financial services companies across Francophone West Africa. Cauris Management invests in startups, growth capital, acquisitions, and recapitalizations, typically committing between €2 million and €15 million per investment. The firm seeks majority, minority, or controlling stakes in companies, aiming to foster growth and profitability. It avoids investments in military, adult entertainment, tobacco sectors, and companies with negative environmental or social impacts. Cauris Management was the first subregional private equity fund management structure created in Francophone West Africa, ensuring close proximity to the regional private sector.