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Dwayne Carruthers, Digital Transformation Communications & Advocacy Manager, United Nations Development Programme Daniel Amewor, Head of Communications, Centre for Digital Public Infrastructure Digital public infrastructure (DPI) is a force multiplier today, enabling countries to deliver a range of services at scale. However a few years ago, it was still an emerging concept for much of […]
...SALAMA • DIGIT Health DPI: A Case Study: In 2023, Mozambique’s Ministry of Health (MISAU) deployed the DPI approach for public health services in partnership with the eGov Foundation. Malaria remains a major public health concern in Sub-Saharan Africa. DIGIT Health DPI, locally named as Salama, was deployed to improve the efficiency of bed net […]
...At the recent 3i Africa Summit, held in Accra, Ghana, a panel of professionals gathered to discuss the critical theme of “Digital Public Infrastructure: The Highway for Growth and Prosperity.” The discussion cenered on the significant potential of digital infrastructure to drive growth and prosperity across the African continent. However, the panelists unanimously highlighted a […]
...Pan African Towers (PAT), a leading digital infrastructure company based in Nigeria, has announced a strategic investment from Development Partners International (DPI), a premier investment firm focused on Africa, and Verod Capital (Verod), one of the continent’s leading investment management firms. DPI and Verod are investing in PAT to fuel its continued growth and will […]
...DPI has today announced a $165 million equity investment in Kazyon Ltd, the UK parent of the largest discount retailer in Egypt “Kazyon” alongside co-investors, including British International Investment (BII), South Suez and others. The investment demonstrates continued confidence in the Egyptian retail sector and positions the business for future growth as it looks to accelerate its […]
...Acquisition will support growth of critical specialty chemical inputs portfolio and accelerate geographic expansion Solevo Group (“Solevo”), a leading African distribution platform for specialty chemicals, today announced its acquisition by Development Partners International (“DPI”), an investment firm focused on Africa, alongside minority co-investors South Suez and European development finance institution, DEG. The group of investors, led by DPI, are acquiring […]
...Investment to drive innovation and help expand access to specialty drugs across Africa Marcyrl Pharmaceutical Industries (“Marcyrl”), a leading Egyptian pharmaceuticals manufacturer focused on specialty generics, today announced a new investment aimed at accelerating its ambition to drive greater access to critical care drugs across Africa. The significant minority investment from Development Partners International (“DPI”) […]
...Ukheshe International, the UK-headquartered division of leading digital-first, Banking as a Service (“BAAS”) enabler Ukheshe Group (“Ukheshe”), today announced the conclusion of an investment agreement that will help accelerate its international expansion. The investment will be led by ADP III, a fund advised by Development Partners International (“DPI”), a premier, Africa-focused investment firm with $3bn […]
...To Accelerate SME Market In West And Central Africa Groupe Cofina is helping drive financial inclusion across Africa, by providing critical financial services to support entrepreneurs and help SMEs scale The company has grown rapidly across the region with presence now in eight African countries and in France The SME and consumer finance market remains […]
...Development Partners International (DPI), a premier investment firm focused on Africa, today announced that African Development Partners III Fund (ADP III), has exceeded its US$800 million target, and is set to hold a final close at US$900 million, with an additional US$250m of dedicated co-investment capital. This brings a total of US$1.15 billion for investments […]
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