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.

Laurent Demey

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Khady Koné-Dicoh

Senior Partner

Wilfried POYET

Partner

Luc Rigouzzo

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Jean-Sébastien Bergasse

Senior Partner

Past deals in Zimbabwe

Ecobank

Debt Financing in 2015
Ecobank Transnational Incorporated, established in 1985 and headquartered in Lomé, Togo, provides a range of retail, corporate, and investment banking services across Africa and internationally. Its operations include Corporate & Investment Banking, Commercial Banking, and Consumer Banking, offering products such as current and savings accounts, loans, cards, and digital banking services. The bank serves a diverse clientele, including individuals, small and medium enterprises, multinationals, government agencies, and non-governmental organizations. With a network of 888 branches and over 2,460 ATMs, Ecobank facilitates various financial services, including treasury, cash management, remittance, and bancassurance. Subsidiaries such as Ecobank Nigeria Limited and Ecobank Zimbabwe Limited extend its services, focusing on commercial and retail banking tailored to local markets.

Econet Wireless Global

Debt Financing in 2015
Econet Wireless Global is a leading telecommunications provider, primarily known for its extensive mobile and fixed wireless telephony services. Established in Zimbabwe in 1998, the company has significantly expanded its network, becoming the largest telecommunications operator in the country. Econet offers a wide range of services, including internet access, payment solutions, and enterprise networks, while also pioneering data services with the introduction of 3G technology. The company has invested in building a comprehensive fiber optic network and continues to enhance its infrastructure to accommodate a growing subscriber base. In addition to telecommunications, Econet has diversified into various sectors, including fintech, cloud services, and data centers. The company's mission focuses on empowering individuals through technology to foster economic growth, and it actively engages in social responsibility initiatives that support education and community development across Zimbabwe.
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