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$10M-$50M
Pioneer West African private equity firm founded in 1997, managing over $1 billion in AUM across four generalist PE funds (CAPE I-IV) and one real estate fund (CAPIC). ACA targets mid-to-large-cap enterprises with strong market positions in West Africa, particularly Nigeria and the Gulf of Guinea region, across financial services, energy, telecoms, consumer, and infrastructure sectors.
Growth Capital
Significant equity investments typically ranging from $10M to $50M for business expansion and value creation
Board Governance
Active board participation to strengthen corporate governance and strategic direction
Operational Improvement
Hands-on support for operational efficiency, process optimization, and best practices implementation
Management Strengthening
Support in building and strengthening the senior management team
Pan-African Network
Access to ACA's extensive network across West Africa including partners, co-investors, and portfolio companies
ESG & Impact
Environmental, social, and governance support aligned with international standards
Financial Services
Banking, insurance, and financial infrastructure companies with strong market positions in West Africa
Energy & Power
Energy generation, distribution, and infrastructure supporting West Africa's growing demand
Telecoms, Media & Technology
Communications infrastructure and technology platforms serving the West African market
Consumer & FMCG
Consumer goods and fast-moving consumer goods companies capitalizing on West Africa's growing middle class
Healthcare
Healthcare companies and infrastructure addressing the region's health needs
Agriculture & Agribusiness
Agricultural value chain companies from production through processing and distribution
Infrastructure
Critical infrastructure development supporting economic growth in West Africa
Board governance, operational improvement, management team strengthening, strategic guidance, ESG implementation
Confirm fund vintage and remaining capital for CAPE IV. Review exit track record. Check governance requirements. This is large-cap PE — not suitable for early-stage startups.
Pioneer Nigerian PE firm. $1B+ raised across 4 funds (CAPE I-IV). Recent 3.4x exit on Aradel Holdings demonstrates strong returns. Deal flow through intermediaries and proprietary network — direct cold approaches unlikely to succeed.
1997
Active Since
Yes
Deploying
MTN Nigeria Communications; Union Bank of Nigeria; Continental Reinsurance; Aradel Holdings (exited at 3.4x return)