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AVCA – The African Private Capital Association 62 Episodes Jun 23, 2026

Formerly known as PE Talks Africa, this podcast explores trends and opportunities in Africa's private capital ecosystem. Hosted by AVCA – The African Private Capital Association, it provides insights into private investment across the continent, acting as a trusted source of information for investors.

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‘Current Affairs’ The Jurisdiction Advantage: Why Kigali Matters Jun 23, 2026 00:23:22 In this episode of the AVCA Podcast, we sit down with Hortense Mudenge, Chief Executive Officer, Kigali International Financial Centre (KIFC), to explore how Kigali has emerged as a leading jurisdiction for fund domiciliation in Africa, the policy choices that underpin its growth, and what fund managers should consider when selecting a domicile. Learn more about KIFC: kifc.rw
Thematic Series | From Fields to Factories: Scaling Africa’s Real Economy with Oxano Capital May 27, 2026 00:29:37 Explore the untapped potential of Africa’s manufacturing and agriculture sectors. This episode highlights how investor attention has skewed toward technology and digital innovation. Learn about the impact on key sectors such as agro-processing and why the commercial potential make these areas are ripe for exploration.Learn more about Oxano Capital: https://oxano.capital/Read the Oxano Capital Case
'Inside the Raise' How to Reach Final Close Mar 26, 2026 00:54:16 This conversation will explore how leading Africa-focused fund managers have successfully raised capital in the current fundraising environment and how their investment strategies are evolving to capture opportunities across the continent.The session will also examine broader themes, including:▪ The resilience of African private capital▪ Emerging sectors and opportunities across African markets▪ T
Thematic Series | Courageous Capital: The Future of VC in African Tech  Jan 27, 2026 00:38:05 Marsha Wulff, Co-Founding Partner, LoftyInc, shares her insights on investing in Africa's emerging tech ecosystem. She discusses the essence of “Courageous Capital,” highlighting the critical role investors must play in supporting not only entrepreneurs but the systems they are building.Read African Ngenuity: An Investor’s Guide to a Vital Tech Ecosystem by Marsha Wulff:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Af
Thematic Series | Credit Where It’s Due: Turning Africa’s Risk Perception Into Resilience  Nov 25, 2025 00:30:41 In this episode, we take a closer look "Inside the Raise" with Isha Doshi, Co-Founder, Partner & CFO, TLG Capital, about the evolution and transformative potential of private credit in Africa. How can disciplined structuring and impact-focused lending deliver strong returns whilst reshaping global perceptions of African investment risk?
Thematic Series | Building the Invisible Infrastructure: Kuunda’s Journey to Powering Africa’s Digital Lending Revolution Nov 25, 2025 00:38:43 In this episode, we dive "Inside the Deal" with Bruce Nsereko-Lule, General Partner at Seedstars Africa Ventures, and Andrew Milne, Group Co-CEO of Kuunda, to unpack one of Africa’s most compelling fintech success stories.
'Inside the Exit' Health Horizons: Lessons from an Impact Exit with Leapfrog Investments Sep 24, 2025 00:46:52 LeapFrog Investments recently completed its exit from Goodlife Pharmacy, East Africa’s largest retail pharmacy platform, marking a significant milestone in the region's healthcare sector. Under LeapFrog's guidance since 2017, Goodlife expanded from 19 to 150 stores, serving over 2 million consumers annually. The acquisition by CFAO Healthcare, a subsidiary of the Toyota Group, underscores the grow
Africa's Infrastructure in 2025: Rachel More-Oshodi on the M300 Summit Mar 11, 2025 00:36:48 In this episode of the AVCA podcast, Rachel More-Oshodi, CEO of ARM-Harith Infrastructure Investment, shares insights from the Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit and discusses trends in Africa's infrastructure landscape.Drawing on findings from AVCA's 'Private Capital Investment in Africa's Infrastructure' report, Rachel examines how Africa's renewable energy resources presen
The Power of Storytelling in African Private Capital Feb 7, 2025 00:29:38 How does storytelling shape the future of African privatecapital?In this episode, Bidemi Zakariyau Akande, Founder of LSF PR,and Yolande Tabo, Investor Relations Principal at Convergence Partners, break down the power of storytelling in investment and business. From building brand trust to attracting capital, they reveal how the right narrative can be a game-changer—and how the wrong one can be co
Global Ambitions, Local Talent: On P1 Ventures' African Tech Mission Jan 28, 2025 00:38:27 What does it take to build global tech companies from Africa? In this episode, Mikael (Mika) Hajjar, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at P1 Ventures, shares how his firm identifies exceptional founders in unexpected places. With US$50 million deployed across 34 companies, including Yassir, Raenest, and Nuitée, P1 Ventures combines data-driven insights with a boots-on-ground presence across Cairo, L
Backing Bold Entrepreneurs for Good: 10 Years of Novastar Ventures Nov 28, 2024 00:28:54 In this episode of The AVCA Podcast, we are joined by Brian Waswani Odhiambo, Partner at Novastar Ventures, and Ross Strike, Head of M&A and Investor Relations at Nigeria-based fintech Moniepoint, for a conversation about building category-defining companies in Africa. The discussion explores what it takes to create lasting value for everyday consumers and examines what lies ahead for both org
In Conversation with Jerry Parkes, Injaro Investments – AVCA Quick-Fire Chats Aug 28, 2024 00:06:51 The Role of Private Capital in Unlocking Africa’s Agricultural Potential In this episode, we talk to Jerry Parkes, Chief Executive Officer at Injaro Investments, about investing in agriculture and supporting smallholder farmers in Africa. Jerry also emphasises the importance of cross-sectoral collaboration to develop long-term solutions for Africa's sustainable growth. Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠AVCA Cor

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