Emerging Capital Partners

Emerging Capital Partners LP is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Washington, D.C., founded in 1999. The firm specializes in investing across various stages, including seed, early, and late venture, as well as growth and buyout transactions. With a strong focus on the African continent, Emerging Capital Partners targets sectors such as telecommunications, financial services, agribusiness, infrastructure, and logistics. It aims to support companies with enterprise values ranging from $1 million to $500 million and typically makes equity investments between $1 million and $100 million. The firm has established a significant presence in multiple African nations, including Morocco, Nigeria, and South Africa, and has raised over $2 billion to facilitate investments across the continent. Through its efforts, Emerging Capital Partners has directly contributed to job creation, supporting over 50,000 positions in various industries.