The SuperReturn Africa Awards
Where? Life Grand Café, 2 Pierhead Road, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
When? Ceremony begins 18:30 - 19:15 | 4 December
Celebrating GPs and service providers
About SuperReturn Africa Awards
The SuperReturn Africa Awards, in partnership with Preqin, are an opportunity for the investment community to come together over networking drinks, take stock of the year and celebrate the leaps forward we are making in the field of private capital in Africa.
2024 Award categories are:
For GPs only
- Pan-African fund manager of the year
- North African fund manager of the year
- East African fund manager of the year
- South African fund manager of the year
- West African fund manager of the year
- Central African fund manager of the year - (Open to nominations)
- Best Emerging fund manager of the year
- Best Sustainable fund manager of the year - (Open to nominations)
- Best Female fund manager of the year - (Open to nominations)
- Best VC fund manager of the year
For Service Providers only - new for 2024!
- Best law firm of the year
- Best fund administrator of the year
Open to Service Providers and GPs
- Outstanding contribution to private capital - (Open to nominations)
Selection process and timeline
SuperReturn Africa is proud to announce the return of our Awards Ceremony, this time featuring both GPs AND Service Providers! Join us on 4 December at the offsite networking drinks reception to celebrate the achievements of some of Africa’s best talent.
- TIMELINE [for categories not open to nominations]
W/C 30 September 2024: The shortlist will be announced and nominees will submit their 500-word pitch. Deadline: 4 October 2024.
W/C 7 October 2024: Pitches to be reviewed by the judges
W/C 21 October 2024: Judges cast their votes, and the winners will be announced at the ceremony
- TIMELINE [for categories open to nominations]
W/C 2 September 2024 Submissions open. Deadline: 28 October 2024.
W/C 11 November 2024: Judges cast their votes, and the winners will be announced at the ceremony
Central African Fund Manager category: Deadline: 8 November 2024.
Open to nominations awards...
Central African Fund Manager of the Year
Deadline: 8 November
In partnership with CAMPEA - this category recognises the investment activity, performance, success and track record of Central Africa based GP firms investing in local companies and projects, as well as fund managers from outside of the continent focusing on the region. It notes the success in fundraising, new deals and exits, as well as the overall evolution of the firm from 2022-2024.
Best Sustainable Fund Manager of the Year
Open to all funds generating a positive measurable social and environmental impact alongside a financial return. The judges are looking for submissions that can illustrate how the sustainable practices of firms and companies have progressed over time, in addition to examples of best practice.
Best Female Fund Manager of the Year
In partnership with 2X Global - this award is for the talented women at a senior level who have made their mark on the African continent. The judges will consider top investment strategies, risk management skills, consistency in delivering returns and industry recognition. As well as this, this category recognises overall fund performance, experience and expertise, leadership qualities, innovation, and unique contributions to the investment community in Africa. Finally, the judges are looking for someone who has made distinct improvements in gender equity via their investment strategies.
Outstanding Contribution to Private Capital
This award is open to the market captains. The industry pioneers who have showcased innovative strategies, successful deals, thought leadership and made a significant impact on the growth and development of private capital in Africa.
Sponsor the Awards
By sponsoring an Award, you can raise your profile, increase professional exposure and maximise visibility.
- Stand out against the competition. Be seen as a business that encourages growth and development in the industry as a whole
- Support excellence. Align your brand with innovation and excellence in your field or business area
- Maximise your brand exposure. Enjoy extensive coverage before, during, and after this high-profile event.
- Take advantage of premium networking opportunities. As a Category Sponsor, you can present your category award to the winner.
For more information on Award sponsorship packages, please contact Marcia Brissett at sponsorsuperreturn@informaconnect.com or call +44 (0) 20 8052 0427.