The future of African VC and shaping Africa's post-COVID-19 recovery
What’s new in African VC and what are the current investment trends in the VC space? During a period of increased interest in a climate smart-future, how are trends in sustainability impacting the flow of infrastructure investments? Watch key sessions from SuperReturn Africa 2021 to find out.
The new normal: Stepping away from traditional models
What are some of the more effective investment approaches that came about as a result of the COVID-19 crisis? Listen as our panel of experts explore the emergence of new PE instruments, such as SPACs, syndicated vehicles and deal platforms. Plus, a spotlight on PCVs, blended finance and alternative instruments and investment models.
Featuring:
- Alexandre Alfonsi, Founding Partner, Axonia Partners
- Gonçalo Neves-Correia, Founding Partner and CEO, ThirdWay Africa Partners
- Mack Schow, Deputy Head of Africa Fund & Equity, DEG
- Abderahmane Fodil, Managing Partner, idi Emerging Markets
The take off of African VC
What’s new in African VC? What are the current investment trends in the VC space and is the demand for investing in VC outstripping the demand for PE? Listen to our experts as they discuss the new dynamic of PE firms coming into the VC space.
Featuring:
- Margaret O'Connor, Chairperson, Launch Africa
- Ido Sum, Partner, TLcom Capital
- Eghosa Omoigui, Managing General Partner, EchoVC Partners
- Tobi Oke, Managing Partner, V8 Capital Partners
Shaping Africa’s post-COVID-19 recovery
Learn from a panel of experts as they explore business-driven and future facing strategies to help accelerate post-COVID-19 economic recovery on the continent. Our experts discuss the acceleration of energy transition, the spur of digitalisation and the reshaping of supply chains. What other opportunities have emerged since the pandemic?
Plus, a spotlight on fossil fuel-based investments during a period of increased interest in a climate smart-future. A view from financial institutions on green and sustainability linked bonds and green loans. How are these trends impacting infrastructure investment? How are infrastructure investors addressing the underlying infrastructure required to support logistics?
Featuring:
- Jake Cusack, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, CrossBoundary
- Hubert Danso, CEO & Chairman, Africa Investor
- Saad Sheikh, Principal, TLG Capital
- Ryan Wagner, Director, Infrastructure & Climate, CDC Group
- Marilia dos Reis Martins, Associate Principal, CrossBoundary
African private equity market post-Covid 19: How is it truly doing?
What is the future of PE in Africa based on past performance, and compared it to where economies are at now? Taking a closer look at exists and valuations. How is private equity adjusting to new longer cycles? What is the impact of GP consolidation? Looking at extensions to fund life and associated issues. How well exactly is African PE coping after the crisis?
Featuring
- Nigel Wellings, Joint Head of Corporate, London, Clifford Chance
- Lars Zimmermann, Vice President, Corporates/Funds & Risk Capital, Africa, DEG Impact GmbH
- Yemi Lalude, Partner & Head of Africa, TPG
- Hatim Ben Ahmed, Partner, Mediterrania Capital Partners
For more exclusive insights from the leaders in private capital, be sure to join us at the next SuperReturn Africa >>