Africinvest

AfricInvest, established in 1994, is a Tunisia-based private equity firm and part of the Integra Group. With a team of 66 professionals across seven African offices, AfricInvest manages USD1 billion across 16 funds, supported by both local and international investors. The firm focuses on investing in high-growth sectors such as financial services, agribusiness, consumer/retail, education, and healthcare, across North Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa. Since its inception, AfricInvest has invested in 135 companies across 25 African countries, promoting the private equity industry through its involvement in associations like AVCA and MENAPEA.

Omar Bekkali

Partner

Cherif Bouattour

CFO

Anis Fathallah

Senior Partner

Karim Ghedamsi

Senior Partner

Samia Ghorbel

Partner

Brahim El Jaî

Senior Partner

Khaled Ben Jennet

Partner

Faisal Jiwa

Senior Partner

Anis Kallel

Senior Partner

Hakim Khelifa

Partner

Khalil Lakhoua

Partner

George Odo

Senior Partner and Managing Director, East Africa

Skander Oueslati

Chief Investment Officer and Deputy Managing Director

Mohamed Sebti

Partner

Yazid Taalba

Senior Partner and Managing Directorr

Karim Trad

Co-Founder, Partner and Executive Director

Past deals in COMESA

Prime Bank

Private Equity Round in 2019
Prime Bank Limited is a financial institution based in Nairobi, Kenya, incorporated in 1992. The bank offers a range of banking products and services, including online banking and various financial services tailored to meet the needs of its customers. With a commitment to providing accessible and efficient banking solutions, Prime Bank serves both individual and corporate clients, focusing on enhancing the overall banking experience through innovative offerings.

Vneuron

Private Equity Round in 2017
Vneuron is a software development company based in Tunis, Tunisia, established in 2007. It specializes in creating innovative solutions for enterprise content management (ECM), business process management (BPM), operational risk management, and enterprise resource planning (ERP). Vneuron's flagship product, Reis™ RCS, offers comprehensive anti-money laundering (AML) technologies, streamlining compliance for financial institutions. This solution simplifies the complex requirements of AML compliance, enabling organizations to monitor and filter significant transaction volumes effectively. Reis™ RCS incorporates key features such as automated customer onboarding, risk scoring, and real-time transaction screening, facilitating integration with various information systems, including legacy infrastructures. Vneuron's technology has screened millions of customers and is designed to address both regional and international regulatory demands, making it a valuable resource for financial institutions seeking a modern and customizable AML solution.

Silafrica

Venture Round in 2016
Silafrica Plastics and Packaging International Limited is a manufacturer and supplier of plastic and packaging solutions based in Nairobi, Kenya. Established in 1963, the company produces a diverse range of products, including containers, rigid consumer packaging, water tanks, beverage crates, and pallets. Silafrica caters to various sectors, such as food and beverage, cosmetics, healthcare, chemicals, and construction. By focusing on innovation in product design and investing in advanced manufacturing technology, Silafrica aims to provide effective plastic solutions that address real-world challenges faced by its customers.

One Tech Group

Venture Round in 2016
One Tech Group, established in 1978 and headquartered in Tunis, Tunisia, specializes in manufacturing and providing technological solutions across three primary areas. The company produces cabling for the energy, telecommunications, and automotive sectors, alongside mechatronics, which includes the manufacturing of printed circuit boards, electrical and mechanical assemblies, connectors, and wiring. Additionally, One Tech Group is involved in plastic injection and the distribution and implementation of information and communication technology services. This diverse portfolio enables the company to serve a wide range of industries while leveraging its technological expertise.

EFC Uganda

Venture Round in 2015
Entrepreneurs Financial Centre (EFC) Uganda is a microfinance institution established in June 2012, focused on fostering local wealth development. The company provides specialized microloans at competitive interest rates to micro and small enterprises (MSEs), aiming to support their growth and economic contribution. In addition to loans, EFC Uganda offers a range of savings products, including regular, premium, and term deposit accounts, which enable clients to enhance their financial stability and engage in increased economic activity. Through its services, EFC Uganda seeks to empower entrepreneurs and contribute to the overall economic development of the region.

Maille Club

Venture Round in 2013
Maille Club is a textile manufacturer established in 1976, specializing in knit clothing. Based in Tunisia, the company designs, embroiders, cuts, and tailors garments to serve a diverse clientele across Tunisia and Algeria. It offers a range of products, including both mass market and luxury apparel, distributed through its network of mono and multi-brand retail shops. Maille Club is committed to providing high-quality industrial textiles and clothing, catering to various consumer needs in the region.

Servicom

Private Equity Round in 2013
Servicom S.A. is a Tunisia-based company that specializes in infrastructure-related services and operates in several key sectors, including telecommunications, construction, air conditioning, heating, and elevator distribution. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Ariana, Tunisia, the company engages in both private and public construction projects, focusing on water management, energy, and environmental construction. In addition to construction services, Servicom provides a range of telecommunications products, including smartphones and tablets for both business and consumer markets. The company also offers heating and air conditioning equipment, along with comprehensive after-sales services. Its elevator division is dedicated to the marketing, installation, and maintenance of various types of lifts, escalators, and freight elevators, ensuring optimal customer support and efficient operation of its products.

Tejra

Venture Round in 2012
Established in 2012 in Tunisia, Tejra specializes in the production and distribution of terracotta construction materials, particularly hollow clay bricks and ceramic products. Recognized as a leading manufacturer of bricks in Tunisia, Tejra has built a reputation for the quality, originality, and innovation of its products. The company leverages its expertise in terracotta and the abundant resources of its quarries to enhance its production processes and ensure high-quality output. Quality control is paramount at Tejra, with rigorous testing and adherence to industry standards at every stage of production, from raw material selection to final packaging and delivery. By providing a diverse range of bricks in various sizes, colors, and finishes, Tejra aims to meet the needs of builders and contribute effectively to the construction industry.

Polymères SA

Venture Round in 2011
POLYMERES SA is an industrial unit for the extrusion of plastic raw materials for injection, mainly for the electrical, electronic and automotive sectors. It is the only producer of plastic granulates in Tunisia and one of the pioneers of this activity in the Maghreb. POLYMERES SA is in the process of successfully transferring a technology to Africa, long considered the preserve of the West. Its technical team of engineers and senior technicians has been trained for months at a German partner; One of the biggest European compounders. The company POLYMERES SA aims to become a major player in the plastics industry in the Maghreb, offering a product of quality equal to that of the European product, at a lower cost and a proximity to the Maghreb plastrers and European operators who settle in the Maghreb . It capitalizes on the emergence of Tunisia as an important subcontracting platform for OEMs of injected or extruded products.

Africinvest

Venture Round in 2011
AfricInvest, established in 1994, is a Tunisia-based private equity firm and part of the Integra Group. With a team of 66 professionals across seven African offices, AfricInvest manages USD1 billion across 16 funds, supported by both local and international investors. The firm focuses on investing in high-growth sectors such as financial services, agribusiness, consumer/retail, education, and healthcare, across North Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa. Since its inception, AfricInvest has invested in 135 companies across 25 African countries, promoting the private equity industry through its involvement in associations like AVCA and MENAPEA.

Family Bank

Private Equity Round in 2010
Family Bank is a commercial bank established in Kenya in May 2007 and regulated by the Central Bank of Kenya. With a customer base exceeding 1.7 million, the bank operates a network of 93 branches across the country. It specializes in providing financial services to underserved segments of the market, including small-scale farmers, salaried employees, micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises, as well as youth and women. Additionally, Family Bank seeks to attract large corporate clients to bolster its deposit base. Notably, it was the first bank in Kenya to implement paperless banking through smart card technology, showcasing its commitment to innovation in the financial sector.

Omniacom

Venture Round in 2008
Omniacom SA is a telecommunications solutions provider based in Ariana, Tunisia, serving operators and service providers across Africa and the Middle East. Founded in 1999, the company specializes in a range of telecom solutions, including mobile gateways, modems, mobile routers, and wireless access networks such as microwave and hotspot WiFi. In addition to its core offerings, Omniacom provides essential infrastructure, civil engineering, installation and integration services, as well as radio network optimization and ongoing maintenance support. The company is expanding its service portfolio to include IT, web solutions, and multimedia services, backed by a team of highly qualified engineers with extensive industry experience. This diversification aims to enhance its ability to meet customer needs and adapt to evolving market demands.

Cotugrain

Venture Round in 2007
Cotugrain S.a.r.l. is a Tunisian company specializing in the production and marketing of various types of seeds, including vegetable, forage, legumes, cereals, industrial, and open pollinated seeds. Established in 1985 and based in Tunis, the company also provides a wide range of agricultural products and services. These include fertilizers, pesticides, no-till and system machinery, as well as other agricultural materials. Furthermore, Cotugrain offers lawn fertilizers, substrates and peat moss, flower seeds and bulbs, along with agro-diagnostics and laboratory equipment, catering to the diverse needs of the agricultural sector in Tunisia.

Hydrolsol Fondations

Venture Round in 2006
Hydrolsol Fondations is a company specialized in geological surveys and specialized foundations. The main clients of the company are international firms that have won large infrastructure contracts in Tunisia and North Africa. It also provides services for the infrastructures and agriculture ministries, as well as for consulting firms.

Traveltodo

Venture Round in 2006
Traveltodo is the first fully online travel agency in Tunisia, dedicated to meeting the travel needs of Tunisians. Its e-commerce platform features a wide array of offerings from approximately 800 local tourism providers, including hotels, restaurants, car rental agencies, and thalassotherapy centers. In addition to local services, Traveltodo also provides access to options in Morocco and other global destinations. The agency facilitates seamless online booking and payment for flights and offers automated management tools for business travel budgets. Operating under the public brand of Splendid Tour, which is approved by the National Tourist Board, Traveltodo aims to enhance the travel experience for its customers through a comprehensive digital platform.

Nouvelair

Venture Round in 2001
Nouvelair is a prominent airline charter company in Africa, primarily providing flights to European destinations. With an average fleet of 15 aircraft, the company has recently expanded its operations to Egypt through the acquisition of Coral Blue, a charter airline. Nouvelair serves as a travel partner, facilitating trips for tourists, business travelers, students, and families between Europe and Tunisia. The company is recognized for its commitment to safety and operational excellence, holding the highest certification in these areas. Additionally, Nouvelair has diversified its services by offering aircraft assistance, maintenance, and training through dedicated affiliates, further enhancing its operational capabilities and customer service.
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