Africa

Fund has a €250m target, more than double the size of its 2013-vintage predecessor

Beside the GP's traditional focus on North Africa, the fund also targets sub-Saharan companies

New BPI France and AfricInvest fund could incentivise French funds to increase investments on the African continent

Comparatively longer holding periods and sales to PE buyers or strategic investors characterise the continent's current exit market

Certain risks are common among most African markets, but private equity firms have identified stategies to safeguard against these

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Perception issues mean investors do not always fully appreciate the openings available across Africa, yet the continent's mid-market is flourishing

Despite political instability, Africa's young demographic and increased urbanisation mean the continet continues to offer high-growth opportunities