Why are investors interested in Africa?

The importance of growth as the primary driver of investor interest in Africa is again emphasised in the survey. Most respondents (82\%) agree or strongly agree that growth is the primary driver of investor interest in African markets. Furthermore, there is a strong drive to diversify away from low-return markets (75\%).

How do you raise capital for a search fund?

How to Raise a Search Fund

1. Be certain you want to search.
2. Get the right experience.
3. Cultivate investor relationships early.
4. Be thoughtful about timing your go-to-market.
5. Write a strong PPM that satisfies all the “table stakes” items but tells your unique personal story.
6. Don’t reinvent the wheel with your docs and terms.

Is it worth investing in Africa?

Investing in Africa is good business and a sustainable corporate strategy for foreign investors. Advanced and emerging countries’ governments and the private sector should leverage these profitable, emerging investment opportunities.

How much can you make from a search fund?

While you search and operate, you will be paid a salary commensurate with your experience and location. Typically, we see searcher salary around $130,000, and CEO salary is around $180,000, which will grow as you gain experience.

How does a search fund make money?

Search funds target different companies from other common asset classes in private equity. Search funds purchase companies that are already established and profitable, and that have often been around for many generations, thus differentiating them from venture capital.

What opportunities are available for investment in Africa?

Six Compelling Sector Investment Opportunities in Africa

• Oil Exploration & Development in Senegal.
• Gas-Fired Power in Côte d’Ivoire.
• Infrastructure In Côte d’Ivoire.
• Mobile Financial Services (MFS) in all of SSA except Angola and Ethiopia.
• Oil production in Angola.
• Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare in Ethiopia.

How do I invest in a search fund?

As can be seen, both search investors as well as board members with operational experience (who often come via the initial investors) are highly valued by the searchers.