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$50M–$500M+
Global private equity firm spun out of CDC Group (now BII) in 2004, specialising in growth markets across energy, infrastructure, real estate, and private equity. Acquired by General Atlantic in January 2024, operating as General Atlantic's Sustainable Infrastructure business while retaining independent investment decisions under the Actis brand. One of the most experienced PE investors in Africa with $24B+ AUM globally.
Growth Capital
$50M–$500M+ equity investments for expansion, acquisitions, and market consolidation
Operational Value Creation
Dedicated value creation team providing hands-on operational improvement, management coaching, and capital markets preparation
ESG Enhancement
ESG-integrated approach with dedicated sustainability team supporting portfolio companies
Board Governance
Active board participation with experienced PE professionals and industry experts
General Atlantic Network
Post-acquisition access to General Atlantic's global growth equity network, resources, and portfolio synergies
Energy Transition
Major investor in African renewable energy and power infrastructure. Landmark deal Lekela Power was Africa's largest independent renewable energy platform before its sale.
Digital Infrastructure
Investing in the backbone of Africa's digital economy including data centres, fibre networks, and tower companies (e.g. Eaton Towers).
Real Estate
Actis Africa Real Estate Fund 3 ($506M) is the largest private real estate fund targeting sub-Saharan Africa, investing in prime retail, office, and industrial developments.
Financial Services
Investments in market-leading African financial institutions and payments platforms (e.g. Alexander Forbes, Emerging Markets Payments).
Market-leading companies in sectors benefiting from Africa's structural growth themes: urbanization, rising middle class, digital adoption, and energy transition. Seeks businesses with strong unit economics, defensible market positions, and potential for operational improvement. Energy and infrastructure are their strongest Africa verticals.
Operational value creation team, ESG enhancement, management coaching, capital markets preparation. Post-General Atlantic acquisition, portfolio companies may also benefit from GA's global network and resources.
Very large ticket sizes ($50M+) exclude most companies. Long and rigorous due diligence (6–18 months). Control-oriented — prefer majority stakes. Not for early-stage founders. Now part of General Atlantic — strategy may evolve.
One of the most experienced Africa PE firms (spun out of CDC Group in 2004). $24B+ AUM globally. Their energy platform Lekela Power was a landmark Africa renewable energy deal. Best approach is through top investment banks or advisory firms with Africa PE coverage. Since the General Atlantic acquisition (Jan 2024), the combined platform may open new co-investment opportunities.
2004
Active Since
Yes
Deploying
Lekela Power (renewable energy — sold to Infinity Group); Umeme (Uganda electricity distributor); Emerging Markets Payments; Eaton Towers; Alexander Forbes