Amethis
Amethis is a Paris-based private equity firm, founded in 2012, specializing in long-term responsible investments across Africa. The company focuses on providing growth capital and long-term debt to mid-sized companies in diverse sectors such as financial services, industrials, healthcare, education, and impact investing. Amethis seeks to invest between €10 million to €40 million per transaction, targeting companies with annual revenues ranging from USD 10 million to USD 1 billion. The firm aims to be an active shareholder, offering support, expertise, and opportunities for external growth to its portfolio companies. Amethis has a strong commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors and impact investing, with a focus on gender equality, quality employment, and climate considerations. The firm has offices in Paris, France, and key African markets, including Kenya, Côte d'Ivoire, and Morocco.
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Past deals in DRC
Kenafric Industries
Private Equity Round in 2017
Kenafric Industries Ltd., established in 1987 and headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, is a Pan-African consumer goods manufacturer and distributor. The company produces a diverse range of products, including confectionery such as chewing gum, lollipops, toffees, candies, and powdered juice; food items like stock cubes, curry powder, and mchuzi mix; footwear comprising slippers and gumboots; and stationery including exercise books. With a distribution network spanning Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Rwanda, and other East African countries, Kenafric Industries Ltd. aims to deliver customer satisfaction through quality products and services.
Helios Towers DRC
Debt Financing in 2015
Helios Towers DRC is a leading provider of telecommunications infrastructure in Africa, specializing in the construction and maintenance of telecommunications towers. As the first independent tower company on the continent, Helios Towers DRC has developed a substantial network, boasting over 6,500 towers across multiple markets. The company offers passive infrastructure services, leasing tower space to wireless telecommunications service providers, thereby facilitating improved connectivity in one of the world's fastest-growing regions. By focusing on the building and maintenance of these vital structures, Helios Towers DRC plays a crucial role in enhancing telecommunications services throughout Africa.
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