Development Partners International (DPI)

Development Partners International (DPI) is proud to announce its investment in Moniepoint Group, leading the Company’s $110 million series C round. The new capital from DPI and Google, among other investors, will be used to accelerate Moniepoint’s growth across Africa, building an all-in-one, seamlessly integrated platform for African businesses of all sizes. Last year, Moniepoint was named as Africa’s fastest growing fintech for the second consecutive year by the Financial Times and each month processes over 800 million transactions, exceeding $17 billion in value. DPI has a long track record of supporting businesses like Moniepoint to achieve their next stage of scale and our investment will support Moniepoint to continue delivering impact by enabling financial inclusion. Read more about DPI’s investment and Moniepoint’s growth to date here: https://lnkd.in/eEfvqUyr.

Development Partners International (DPI) was proud to host our 2024 Impact Forum yesterday and to introduce our latest Impact Report. The incredible milestones our companies reached last year demonstrate our commitment to delivering not only strong returns but to driving long-lasting positive social, environmental and economic impact across Africa. Key highlights include: - Our companies provided more than $12.5 billion in loans to over 176,000 small businesses. - DPI’s companies directly employ more than 61,000 people, creating a further 50,000 jobs indirectly. - In 2023 alone, almost 2,000 women were appointed to management positions within the portfolio. Watch the video below to see our impact in action and read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/eV7pfnsH #DPI #Africa #PrivateEquity #Impact #ESG

The AVCA - The African Private Capital Association third Sustainable Investing in Africa Summit (SIAS) convened more than 150 global leaders, investors, changemakers, and ecosystem builders to catalyse sustainable investment in Africa. The one-day summit delved into innovative strategies to mobilise local and global capital, advocating for urgent action on climate change and setting the agenda for inclusive growth across the continent. Abi Mustapha-Maduakor, CA, MBA Zee de Gersigny Tom Hall 'Tokunboh Ishmael, CFA Albert Alsina Runa Alam Mediterrania Capital Partners Development Partners International (DPI) Alitheia Capital UBS FSD Africa Investments Cc Business Africa Online (BAO)

Happy to speak at the Development Partners International (DPI) event around The Global Impact Investing Network forum in Amsterdam.. Hit me up if you're around! #Khazna #financialinclusion #MiddleEast #DPI #GIIN

Stay informed on West African private equity transactions with our Dealmaker's Log, your go-to source for monthly updates on the latest deals, exits, and fundraising closes. Subscribe now: https://lnkd.in/duy5dWPs Here are some notable transactions from the past year: 🗼 Development Partners International (DPI) and Verod invested in Nigeria’s Pan African Towers, a digital infrastructure company  🛒 Goodwell Investments provided funding to OmniRetail Technology Limited, a Nigeria-based B2B e-commerce platform 🧑🌾 Mirepa Investment Advisors backed Ghana’s WamiAgro, an agritech company 🩺 MDaaS Global, a Nigerian healthtech company and operator of BeaconHealth Diagnostics, raised $3 million in Pre-Series A, co-led by Aruwa Capital Management and Newtown Partners 🐔 Investment Capital Partners, part of Injaro Investments Limited, supported AGRA, a poultry and feed producer in Cabo Verde

According to the World Bank (2021), just above half of adults in Sub-Saharan Africa have bank accounts, compared to 76% worldwide. The gap is even more important in rural areas and for women. Join us on October 23rd in Amsterdam - in the margin of the The Global Impact Investing Network annual meeting - to talk about the current divide and the opportunities to advance financial inclusion and to hear about what our portfolio companies are doing in the space. Development Partners International (DPI)

Development Partners International (DPI) is excited to host its third Impact Programme on Financial Inclusion, co-hosted by @HRI , alongside the annual The Global Impact Investing Network Forum. This important event will take place in Amsterdam on the evening of Wednesday, October 23rd. In today’s world, financial inclusion is more crucial than ever. Breaking down the barriers to capital access is key to fostering economic growth and unlocking new opportunities. Join Development Partners International (DPI) and @HRI for a dynamic panel discussion that will highlight the key players, innovative capital sources, and tools that are driving financial inclusion across Africa and globally. Our expert panelists will explore the collaborative ecosystem required to advance financial inclusion, followed by insights from leading portfolio companies making a real impact in this space. The sessions are hosted by Runa Alam and Vincent Lecat and featured speakers include: Johanna Raynal Chief Sustainability Officer, Swedfund Sebastien Boyé Co-CEO, I&P Omar Saleh Co-Founder and CEO, Khazna Nathalie Goubran ESG Director, MNT-Halan Armel Konan ESG Manager, Cofina Ross Tasker President: Corporate Development & Strategy, Ukheshe To register or inquire, please contact: DPI-Events@dpi-llp.com. #FinancialInclusion #Impact #Africa #GIIN2024

Alongside this year’s 79th convening of the United Nations General Assembly in New York City, the Milken Institute partnered with Invest Africa US to convene Africa at an Inflection Point, an action-driven investor symposium focused on how to best spur investment and growth in times of geopolitical, fiscal, and democratic uncertainty. The event also addressed the importance of strengthening Africa's partnerships with the rest of the world. The investor symposium featured a fireside conversation with Aliko Dangoté, Founder, Chairman, and CEO, Dangote Group, Mark Tatum, Chief Operating Officer and Deputy Commissioner, National Basketball Association (NBA), and Michael Milken, Chairman, Milken Institute, as well as remarks from His Excellency Sheikh Shakhboot Nahyan Al Nahyan, Cabinet Minister and Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, United Arab Emirates. Additionally, British Robinson, Coordinator, Prosper Africa moderated a high-level investor panel featuring Runa Alam, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Development Partners International (DPI), Seun Salami, Chief Financial Officer, Nuveen, a TIAA company, and Amadou Hott, Former Special Envoy of the President for the Alliance for Green Infrastructure in Africa, African Development Bank Group (AfDB). This dynamic discussion delved into why now is the time to be investing in Africa, how to navigate risk and in return spur innovation, growth and investment. This convening furthered the work of the Milken Institute's ongoing Africa Strategy, which centers around catalyzing investors and entrepreneurs to help build Africa's brightest future through resilient and inclusive economies that can advance sustainability, health, and shared prosperity. Thank you to Calamos Investments for hosting this event. #MIGlobal #unga2024 #unitednations

Congratulations to the Development Partners International (DPI) KELIX bio team headed by Sofiane Lahmar on the successful Kelix exit. I wish Kelix, its management, and Mubadala much success as they continue to grow Kelix and its ability to deliver much needed medications to Africa, the Middle East and elsewhere. Jade Del lero Ghali Filali

Development Partners International (DPI) is delighted to share that Partner, Joanne Y. has been recognised by Private Equity International in their annual Women of Influence in Private Markets report. The list spotlights women whose achievements, innovation, and leadership are reshaping private markets across a range of asset classes: real estate, private debt, private equity, infrastructure, and venture capital. Congratulations to Joanne and to all the incredibly impressive individuals shaping the future of private markets recognised by PEI. Read more about Private Equity International’s annual report here: https://lnkd.in/eDBt9ZFV