At the recently concluded Lagos Venture Finance Summit 2.0, our CEO delivered the keynote address on “The Role of Institutional Capital in Emerging Markets,” exploring the critical role institutional investors can play in unlocking capital and deepening Africa’s private markets ecosystem.

The keynote examined the opportunities and challenges shaping institutional participation in Venture Capital and Private Equity, including the need for experienced fund managers, suitable investment structures, long-term capital, and stronger pathways to liquidity.

The Summit brought together leading fund managers and institutional allocators to foster meaningful dialogue and strategic connections. With 20 high-performing fund managers, collectively representing more than $800 million raised from international investors and over 76 exits, the event highlighted the depth of opportunity and expertise within Africa’s private markets.

The discussions reinforced the importance of connecting institutional capital with credible investment opportunities to support innovation, enterprise growth, and the continued development of resilient capital markets across emerging economies.