Verod Capital Management, established in 2008, is a Nigeria-based private equity firm with an additional office in Ghana. The company specializes in mid-market investments, focusing on growth capital and buyout transactions. Verod targets a diverse range of sectors, including financial services, business services, education, healthcare, agri-business, consumer goods, light manufacturing, and technology. It primarily invests in West African countries such as Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia, and Sierra Leone, with a typical investment size ranging from $3 million to $20 million. Verod seeks majority or significant minority equity stakes in portfolio companies, aiming to hold these assets for four to seven years. The firm is known for its active, hands-on management approach, working closely with management teams to enhance governance, business practices, and profitability, ultimately positioning companies for successful exits.

Zephyr Management, L.P. is a venture capital and private equity firm specializing in middle market, distressed/ vulture, seed/startup, early venture, emerging growth, mid venture, late venture, buyout, industry consolidation, recapitalization, mezzanine, turnarounds, industry consolidation, recapitalization, and private equity investments. The firm provides growth capital and prefers to invest in small and medium enterprises in financial services, business services, niche manufacturing, education, logistics, agri-business, packaging and labeling, telecommunications, distribution companies, environmental and facilities and services, travel and tourism services, publishing, healthcare, business-to-business, consumer products and services. It also invests in the rural segments with a focus on food, beverage, and agriculture and emerging markets. It seeks to invest in India, Africa, Algeria, Egypt, Morocco, Benin, Burundi, Comoros, Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gambia, Ghana, Kenya, Mali, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, Sudan, Togo, Uganda, Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Swaziland, Sri Lanka, Seychelles, Democratic Republic of Congo, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Korea, Mexico, United States, Canada, and Europe. The firm invests between $0.2 million and $75 million in companies having enterprise values between $25 million and $150 million. It prefers to invest in companies generating revenues between $30 million and $300 million and having an EBITDA between $2 million and $50 million. The firm acquires both majority and minority stakes in firms. Zephyr Management, L.P. was founded in 1994 and is based in New York, New York with additional offices in Bangalore, India; Cayman Islands; Nairobi, Kenya; London, United Kingdom; and Mexico D.F., Mexico.

African Export-Import Bank is a multilateral financial institution established in 1993 to promote and facilitate trade among African countries and between Africa and the global marketplace. Headquartered in Cairo, Egypt, the Bank offers a range of financing programs, advisory services, and guarantee products aimed at enhancing intra- and extra-African trade. These services include short-term trade guarantees, working capital and supply chain finance solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises, and various bonding facilities for export contracts. The institution serves a diverse clientele, including governments, corporations, and financial institutions, providing additional services such as sovereign and corporate advisory, capital markets assistance, and trade information. With an authorized share capital of five billion US dollars, the Bank plays a crucial role in the development and diversification of trade across the continent.

Big Sur Ventures, established in 2012 and headquartered in Madrid, Spain, is a venture capital firm focused on early-stage investments. The firm specializes in backing B2B companies that harness the power of the Internet to transform markets, as well as Deep Tech ventures that tackle global challenges in areas such as climate, energy, transportation, population, and food. By investing in companies founded on innovative scientific or engineering breakthroughs, Big Sur Ventures aims to collaborate closely with exceptional founders to develop extraordinary businesses that address pressing societal issues.

Gemcorp Capital is an independent investment management firm established in 2014 and headquartered in London, United Kingdom, with additional offices in Africa and Asia. The firm specializes in investments across emerging markets, focusing on various sectors and asset classes, including macro, public debt, private debt, and equity strategies. Gemcorp's team consists of 25 professionals, many of whom have prior experience at Goldman Sachs and Merrill Lynch, bringing a wealth of knowledge in emerging markets. The firm is dedicated to thorough investment processes, encompassing deal origination, structuring, and comprehensive due diligence, alongside robust operational controls to manage risk effectively. Additionally, Gemcorp provides investment advice and engages in co-investment opportunities, reflecting its commitment to creating value across its investment activities.

Helios Investment Partners, established in 2004, is a London-based private equity firm focused on Africa. It invests in a broad range of sectors, including telecommunications, media, financial services, power, and consumer goods, among others. The firm engages in various investment types such as buyouts, growth equity, and structured investments in listed entities. Helios typically invests between $15 million to $200 million per transaction, with a preference for board seats in its portfolio companies. It primarily targets Nigeria, South Africa, and Kenya.

4Founders Capital is a venture capital firm established in 2017 and based in Barcelona, Spain. The firm focuses on investing in high-growth technology companies that demonstrate a strong potential for profit generation and efficient capital use. Founded by a team with extensive experience as entrepreneurs and CEOs, 4Founders Capital aims to assist startups in building impactful global businesses. The firm prioritizes projects with solid teams that are developing market-tested products or services and have clear revenue models, though companies do not need to be at break-even. 4Founders Capital typically invests from €100,000 in early-stage ventures and may participate in follow-on investments of up to €4 million per company throughout the investment lifecycle.

FinRebel is a venture capital firm located in New York, focused on investing in companies within the fintech, ed tech, digital health, and digital events sectors. The firm emphasizes a patient capital approach, aligning with purpose-driven entrepreneurs who are committed to making a positive impact in the world. Through its investments, FinRebel aims to support innovative businesses that contribute to social and economic improvement.

Lanai Partners, established in 2016 and headquartered in Barcelona, Spain, is an angel investment group that focuses on early-stage digital startups within the Spanish market. The company collaborates with industry experts to evaluate diverse sectors and maximize investment value. Lanai Partners manages two early-stage venture capital funds, Lanai Partners I (2019 vintage) and Lanai Partners II (2021 vintage), both investing in Spain and targeting information technology, financial services, consumer products, and business services sectors. The firm, also known as Lanai Ventures, adopts a sector-agnostic approach, investing in pre-seed and seed-stage startups, and benefits from a network of top founders as limited partners.

Gramercy Funds Management LLC, founded in 1998 by Robert Koenigsberger, is a hedge fund manager based in Greenwich, Connecticut, with additional offices in London, Hong Kong, Singapore, Mexico City, and Silicon Valley. The firm specializes in emerging markets, providing investment solutions that encompass both alternative and long-only strategies. Gramercy is known for its expertise in distressed debt, but it has adapted its investment approach to include a broader range of instruments as the market has evolved. With a strong emphasis on fundamental analysis and bottom-up stock selection, the firm manages client-focused portfolios for a diverse clientele, including pension plans, foundations, and high-net-worth individuals. Gramercy’s investment professionals possess extensive experience in emerging markets, supported by a dedicated research team that enhances their decision-making capabilities through deep local insights and market knowledge.

The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) serves as America's development bank, focusing on financing solutions to pressing challenges in the developing world. DFC collaborates with the private sector to invest in projects that foster job creation in emerging markets across various sectors, including energy, healthcare, critical infrastructure, telecommunications, and support for small businesses and women entrepreneurs. The corporation is committed to adhering to high standards that prioritize environmental sustainability, human rights, and worker rights in all its investments.

ICF Capital is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Barcelona, Spain, founded in February 2010. It specializes in direct investments and manages venture capital funds with a focus on supporting mid-sized companies in Catalonia. ICF Capital primarily targets sectors such as information technology, biotechnology, social services, and electronics, among others. The firm typically invests between €0.5 million and €2.4 million in companies with annual sales ranging from €0.3 million to €100 million, often acquiring minority stakes. It operates as a subsidiary of the Institut Català de Finances, a public financial institution established in 1985 to enhance funding access for enterprises in Catalonia. ICF Capital manages two venture capital firms, ICF Capital Expansió II and ICF Venture Tech II, and aims to foster the growth of innovative startups and mid-market companies through its investment activities.

Cabiedes & Partners, established in 1998, is a Madrid-based venture capital firm focusing on seed and early-stage investments in Spain, with a particular interest in the Internet sector, including fintech. The firm typically invests between €50,000 and €500,000 in companies valued between €1 million and €5 million, aiming to acquire a 10-20% stake. It also participates in follow-on rounds, investing up to €2 million. Cabiedes & Partners targets software and TMT sectors, aiming to make at least 10 investments.

Public Investment Corporation is a government-owned investment management company based in Pretoria, South Africa, focused on managing investments for the public sector. It serves pension funds and other nationally critical funds, including the Government Employees Pension Fund and various social security, development, and guardian funds. The firm uses a mix of internal and external fund managers to deploy capital and is governed by a board of directors. While owned by the government, it operates in a manner comparable with private-sector asset managers and is one of the largest investment managers in Africa.

Satya Capital is an independent investment firm established in 2009 and headquartered in London, United Kingdom. The firm focuses on providing long-term growth capital to African businesses, partnering with entrepreneurs to develop world-class companies with regional and pan-regional reach. Satya Capital is flexible in its investment approach, supporting companies at various stages of development, from expansion to post-IPO, thanks to its permanent capital base that allows for investments without a fixed exit timeline. The firm targets investments ranging from $20 million to $150 million across diverse sectors, including consumer and retail, healthcare, technology, media and telecommunications, and financial services. Satya Capital's team possesses a robust blend of financial and strategic expertise, complemented by significant operational experience, notably through their involvement in establishing Celtel, a pan-African mobile operator. The firm collaborates closely with management teams of its portfolio companies to foster growth by enhancing internal systems, attracting talent, and leveraging extensive networks throughout Africa.