Lionel Adabayeri

At the G20 Ministerial Meeting, RMB’s Nigel Beck joined global leaders to unpack the B20 Energy Mix and Just Transition Task Force recommendations. With a focus on "accelerating industrialisation across the energy value chain", he highlighted Africa’s opportunity to capture more value, build resilient industries, and drive sustainable growth. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eFgveZsd. #B20SouthAfrica #G20 #EnergyTransition B20 South Africa G20 South Africa

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🎤 We are pleased that David Moore, Director, Private Equity Partnerships at Blue Earth Capital, will be speaking at the AVCA Sustainable Investing in Africa Summit in London next Thursday, 16 October.   Organized by AVCA - The African Private Capital Association, the summit provides a platform to discuss the role of private capital in advancing sustainable development across the continent. Now in its fourth year, the summit explores emerging trends, evolving ESG practices, and innovative approaches under the theme “The Capital Imperative: Turning Intent into Action”.   David will be part of the panel “Turning Intent into Action: Africa’s Sustainable Investment Journey” at 16:25 (BST). Together with the other panelists, he will discuss how fund managers are embedding sustainability into core strategies, what an enabling environment looks like, and how regulators, investors, and society can work together to drive impact. The conversation will cover topics such as how secondaries can be designed to combine liquidity for LPs with tangible impact, how they can be used to broaden private capital markets across Africa, and what lessons from recent transactions reveal about deepening these markets and attracting new classes of investors.   We look forward to an engaging discussion. If you are attending the summit and would like to connect with David, please feel free to reach out to him.   #AVCASummit2025 #impactinvesting #unsdgs #privatemarkets #makingaworldofdifference #totalimpact

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Emerging Africa Capital Advisory Ltd is thrilled to announce that they advised Utica Capital Limited on the establishment of the pioneering ₦20bn Utica Film Fund - Nigeria’s first SEC-licensed alternative investment fund dedicated to funding Nollywood film projects. The Fund is designed to support filmmakers and producers across all stages of the film making process, from pre-production to distribution, while providing strategic value add, guidance and mentorship. Our Acting Managing Director, Toni Sanni, represented the firm at the official launch and press release held on Thursday, October 2nd, 2025, alongside key stakeholders. Photo L-R: Adebola Adesida, Senior Associate ALP NG & Co.; Kunle Olorunfemi of First Bank of Nigeria Ltd.; Toni Sanni of Emerging Africa Group; Briggs John Abel, MBA, ACIB, ACS, FCA of @Securities and Exchange Commission, Nigeria; Ola Belgore ACIArb, Chairman, Utica Capital; Dr. Adesegun Akin-Olugbade, OON, Member Investment Committee, Utica Film Fund; Ore Sofekun; Abimbola Kasim of FSDH Capital; Adesola Aje of STL TRUSTEES LIMITED, and Adewale Arikawe of CardinalStone Trustees. #EmergingAfricaGroup #UticaFilmFund #Nollywood #Alternativeinvestment #FilmFinance #VentureCapital

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As private equity and venture capital continue to play a vital role in fueling business growth and innovation in East Africa, the conversation around successful exits is becoming increasingly critical.   In the inaugural issue of the East Africa Private Equity & Venture Capital Association (EAVCA) Africa Private Capital Policy Monitor, David Lekerai, Partner, and Head of the Corporate Practice at DLA Piper Africa, Kenya (IKM Advocates), offers a timely and strategic perspective on this topic. His article, "Exploring Exit Options in East Africa’s Private Capital Space Beyond the Traditional Exit Options," examines the limitations of conventional exit routes such as trade sales, secondary sales, and IPOs, particularly in a region where market liquidity and listing complexity remain significant barriers. David introduces alternative mechanisms, including share buybacks, redemption of shares, and listing through the Growth Enterprise Market Segment (GEMS), offering more flexible and accessible pathways for investors seeking liquidity.   This contribution is a valuable resource for stakeholders looking to navigate the next phase of growth in East Africa’s private equity and venture capital space.   Read David’s full article here on page 14: https://lnkd.in/dvrYWmcH

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In my latest piece, “Africa’s Industrial Champions: Why it takes a village to build a continent’s future”, I share my perspective on the potential for a #manufacturing renaissance across Africa—and how the IFC - International Finance Corporation together with partners is working to create new opportunities and jobs. I argue that #industrialization is not only possible—but essential—for inclusive growth, job creation, and long-term resilience. It can unlock millions of jobs and opportunities for Africa’s young, dynamic workforce. 👉 https://lnkd.in/djUwjdyq #IFCManufacturing

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