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UAE’s second search fund Oryx Legacy targets acquisition of mid-sized firm
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Oryx Legacy, the UAE's second search fund led by Adam Giansiracusa, seeks to acquire a profitable, mid-sized local business within the next two years. The search fund, designed to find promising companies for acquisition, has raised approximately half a million dollars from 15 investors. Formed to locate a suitable acquisition target, Oryx Legacy is tapping into the UAE market, aiming at businesses with growth potential and established profitability for expansion and development.
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Turkish PE firm Mediterra gets LP commitment from state-owned investor for Fund III
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4m ago
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Mediterra Capital, a private equity firm based in Istanbul, secured a limited partner commitment from the Türkiye Development Fund for its third investment fund. The firm targets small to mid-sized companies in Turkey and manages assets totaling $542 million.
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Mauritian PE firm Adenia Partners acquires French MNC’s business in 12 countries
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1y ago
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Mauritian private equity firm, Adenia Partners, has announced its acquisition of a French multinational company's business in 12 countries. Adenia Partners specializes in mid-sized businesses in Africa and is using its fifth fund for the transaction. This deal marks the second acquisition by Adenia Partners this month. Further details about the transaction were not provided.
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South Africa's Ascension Capital Partners strikes second bet from $83 mn fund
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8m ago
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Ascension Capital Partners, a South Africa-based private equity firm, has made its second investment from its $83 million fund. The firm recently acquired Consumer Profile Bureau (CPB), a payment profile hosting credit bureau. Ascension Capital Partners focuses on supporting mid-sized, high-growth businesses in South Africa.
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PE firm Vuna Partners to acquire South African pharma supply group via debut fund
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3m ago
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Vuna Partners, a South African private equity firm, plans to acquire an integrated pharmaceutical supply group through its debut investment vehicle, Vuna Partners Fund I. This acquisition marks the seventh deal for the firm. Vuna Partners focuses on mid-sized businesses and is headquartered in Rosebank. The company is set to acquire a stake in Medipost as part of its investment strategy.
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Nigerian PE firm Aruwa nears Fund II close, targets 25% oversubscription
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2m ago
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Aruwa Capital Management, a Nigerian private equity firm, has achieved a second close for its second fund, reaching about 90% of its $40 million target. This early-stage investor, focusing on small and mid-sized businesses in Nigeria and Ghana, aims for a 25% oversubscription due to strong investor interest. Fund II, launched in 2023, attracts support from major investors including the Mastercard Foundation, Visa Foundation, and British International Investment, doubling its previous fund's size.
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Adenia Partners ropes in three LPs to acquire South Africa’s The Courier Guy
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1y ago
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Mauritius-based private equity firm Adenia Partners has acquired South African e-commerce logistics company The Courier Guy, in collaboration with three co-investors. This move marks Adenia's second transaction from its latest investment vehicle. The firm, which targets mid-sized businesses across Africa, has purchased a 100% stake in the Cape Town-based courier services provider. The Courier Guy offers a range of logistics services for e-commerce businesses in South Africa and is known for its efficient delivery network and customer service.
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French PE Amethis marks second exit from Fund II, monetises six-year-old bet
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5m ago
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French private equity firm Amethis has fully exited its six-year investment in Mozambique-based wheat milling company, Merec Industries. This marks Amethis's second exit from Fund II. The firm, managing $1.2 billion in assets, supports mid-sized businesses in Africa and Europe. The Mozambique joint venture focused on expanding Merec Industries, a leading miller and packaged food manufacturer in the region, before full monetization of the investment.
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PE firm Recognize closes second fund at $1.7B; to back digital services firms
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25d ago
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Recognize, a private equity firm, closed its second fund, Recognize Partners II/II-A, at over $1.7 billion. The fund, established within five months, received strong support from existing and new institutional investors. Targeting mid-sized digital services companies valued between $50 million and $500 million, Recognize focuses on AI, software, and digital transformation. It recently added companies in cybersecurity, digital infrastructure, insurance services, and healthcare SaaS to its portfolio and achieved notable exits.
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South African PE Sanari Capital marks final close of second fund, falls short of aim
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7m ago
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South African private equity firm Sanari Capital has closed its second investment vehicle, the 3S Growth Fund, at $80m, falling short of its $100m target. The fund, which focuses on mid-market growth companies in Sub-Saharan Africa, is backed by institutional investors including the Public Investment Corporation and Alexforbes Investments. Sanari Capital aims to invest in medium-sized businesses with regional and global scalability, particularly those in sectors such as IoT, tech, education, healthcare, and agribusiness. It has already made four investments from the fund, including acquiring a stake in energy generation firm Energenic Holdings.
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Adenia Partners ropes in three LPs to acquire South Africa’s The Courier Guy
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1y ago
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Adenia Partners, a Mauritius-based private equity firm specializing in mid-sized businesses in Africa, has acquired The Courier Guy, a South African e-commerce logistics company. The deal was made in collaboration with three co-investors. This acquisition marks Adenia Partners' second transaction from its latest investment vehicle, solidifying its presence in the African market. The Courier Guy, headquartered in Cape Town, offers courier services and has now become a wholly-owned subsidiary of Adenia Partners.
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