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Formerly known as PE Talks Africa – a podcast about the trends and opportunities in Africa's private capital ecosystem. AVCA operates at the nexus of private capital in Africa, championing and enabling private investment across the continent. As the pan-African industry body, we play a significant role as an effective change agent for the industry, acting as the trusted independent source of information, insight, and intelligence inspiring investor confidence; making the case for both commercial returns and impact in Africa.

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May 27, 2026Episode 629 min

Thematic Series | From Fields to Factories: Scaling Africa’s Real Economy with Oxano Capital

Explore the untapped potential of Africa’s manufacturing and agriculture sectors. This episode highlights how investor attention has skewed toward technology and digital innovation. Learn about the impact on key sectors such as agro-processing and why the commercial potential make these areas are ripe for exploration.Learn more about Oxano Capital: https://oxano.capital/Read the Oxano Capital Case Study: coming soon

March 26, 2026Episode 354 min

'Inside the Raise' How to Reach Final Close

This conversation will explore how leading Africa-focused fund managers have successfully raised capital in the current fundraising environment and how their investment strategies are evolving to capture opportunities across the continent.The session will also examine broader themes, including:▪ The resilience of African private capital▪ Emerging sectors and opportunities across African markets▪ The investment case and broader perspectives on the African investment landscape.Find out more these headlines on AVCA Member News below:Amethis Fund III reaches final close at EUR406mnSahel Capital Agribusiness Fund II reaches first close at US$29mn, makes first investmentXSML Capital closes African Rivers Fund IV at US$142mn

January 27, 2026Episode 638 min

Thematic Series | Courageous Capital: The Future of VC in African Tech

Marsha Wulff, Co-Founding Partner, LoftyInc, shares her insights on investing in Africa's emerging tech ecosystem. She discusses the essence of “Courageous Capital,” highlighting the critical role investors must play in supporting not only entrepreneurs but the systems they are building.Read African Ngenuity: An Investor’s Guide to a Vital Tech Ecosystem by Marsha Wulff:https://www.amazon.co.uk/African-Ngenuity-Investors-Guide-Ecosystem-ebook/dp/B0FLYC7L9P

November 25, 2025Episode 430 min

Thematic Series | Credit Where It’s Due: Turning Africa’s Risk Perception Into Resilience

In this episode, we take a closer look "Inside the Raise" with Isha Doshi, Co-Founder, Partner & CFO, TLG Capital, about the evolution and transformative potential of private credit in Africa. How can disciplined structuring and impact-focused lending deliver strong returns whilst reshaping global perceptions of African investment risk?

November 25, 2025Episode 438 min

Thematic Series | Building the Invisible Infrastructure: Kuunda’s Journey to Powering Africa’s Digital Lending Revolution

In this episode, we dive "Inside the Deal" with Bruce Nsereko-Lule, General Partner at Seedstars Africa Ventures, and Andrew Milne, Group Co-CEO of Kuunda, to unpack one of Africa’s most compelling fintech success stories.

September 24, 2025Episode 246 min

'Inside the Exit' Health Horizons: Lessons from an Impact Exit with Leapfrog Investments

LeapFrog Investments recently completed its exit from Goodlife Pharmacy, East Africa’s largest retail pharmacy platform, marking a significant milestone in the region's healthcare sector. Under LeapFrog's guidance since 2017, Goodlife expanded from 19 to 150 stores, serving over 2 million consumers annually. The acquisition by CFAO Healthcare, a subsidiary of the Toyota Group, underscores the growing confidence in Africa's healthcare market and the potential for private capital to drive impactful growth. In this podcast we deep dive into the vision, key obstacles to success, and lessons learnt along the momentous journey from investment to exit.

March 11, 202536 min

Africa's Infrastructure in 2025: Rachel More-Oshodi on the M300 Summit

In this episode of the AVCA podcast, Rachel More-Oshodi, CEO of ARM-Harith Infrastructure Investment, shares insights from the Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit and discusses trends in Africa's infrastructure landscape.Drawing on findings from AVCA's 'Private Capital Investment in Africa's Infrastructure' report, Rachel examines how Africa's renewable energy resources present environmental and economic opportunities. She discusses the shift towards decentralised energy solutions, blended financing approaches and efforts at regional collaboration.With extensive experience in infrastructure investment, Rachel addresses execution challenges while explaining ARM-Harith's strategy for mobilising local pension funds. Her perspective highlights energy access as a foundation for Africa's industrialisation and economic development.The conversation offers practical observations for investors and fund managers navigating infrastructure opportunities across the continent.Visit the AVCA website avca.africaFind out more about ARM-Harith armharith.com

February 7, 202529 min

The Power of Storytelling in African Private Capital

How does storytelling shape the future of African privatecapital?In this episode, Bidemi Zakariyau Akande, Founder of LSF PR,and Yolande Tabo, Investor Relations Principal at Convergence Partners, break down the power of storytelling in investment and business. From building brand trust to attracting capital, they reveal how the right narrative can be a game-changer—and how the wrong one can be costly.With real-world case studies and deep industry insights,Bidemi and Yolande explore the intersection of storytelling, data, and strategy in shaping Africa’s investment landscape.Discover how compelling narratives drive success in privatecapital.Find out more: LSF PR:⁠https://www.lsfpr.com⁠Convergence Partners:⁠https://www.convergencepartners.com⁠

January 28, 202538 min

Global Ambitions, Local Talent: On P1 Ventures' African Tech Mission

What does it take to build global tech companies from Africa? In this episode, Mikael (Mika) Hajjar, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at P1 Ventures, shares how his firm identifies exceptional founders in unexpected places. With US$50 million deployed across 34 companies, including Yassir, Raenest, and Nuitée, P1 Ventures combines data-driven insights with a boots-on-ground presence across Cairo, Lagos, Nairobi, and Dakar. Mika demonstrates how category-defining companies can emerge from any corner of the continent through a unique combination of data science, global expertise and deep local knowledge. Discover how P1 Ventures is supporting the next generation of African tech leaders building world-class companies from Africa. Find out more: P1 Ventures: https://www.p1.ventures/ AVCA: https://www.avca.africa/

November 28, 202428 min

Backing Bold Entrepreneurs for Good: 10 Years of Novastar Ventures

In this episode of The AVCA Podcast, we are joined by Brian Waswani Odhiambo, Partner at Novastar Ventures, and Ross Strike, Head of M&A and Investor Relations at Nigeria-based fintech Moniepoint, for a conversation about building category-defining companies in Africa. The discussion explores what it takes to create lasting value for everyday consumers and examines what lies ahead for both organisations over the next decade. Brian reflects on Novastar's impact as the venture capital firm marks 10 years of backing bold entrepreneurs in Africa, while Ross brings a unique perspective from his journey transitioning from institutional investor to operator. Brian and Ross unpack the realities of scaling innovative businesses in African markets, the evolution of the venture capital landscape, and the opportunities that lie ahead for visionary founders solving the continent's biggest challenges. Read AVCA Member News: https://tinyurl.com/avca-africa Connect with AVCA on social media: https://linktr.ee/avca_africa