The Empower Africa Business Platform is Now Live !!!
With a track record of over 25 investments in 14 countries, Amethis has already significantly impacted Africa’s private equity landscape. The new fund will enable the firm to continue supporting entrepreneurs and businesses, making a difference in Africa’s future. The $490 million fund will focus on investing in high-growth sectors such as healthcare, education, financial services, and consumer goods. Amethis’ latest move comes at a time Africa’s private equity market is rapidly evolving, with the pan-African fund a clear demonstration of the firm’s commitment to driving sustainable socio-economic development on the continent.

A South African fintech startup, Scale, has entered into a strategic partnership with global payments firm Mastercard to simplify how businesses issue payment cards across parts of Africa.

Africa is far larger than most maps suggest. From landmass to population, the continent’s true scale has been hidden in plain sight.

The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria has procured its first-ever supply of first-line HIV treatment produced in Africa.