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Sahel Capital
Sahel Capital is a private equity firm based in Lagos, Nigeria. It focuses on growth investments and manages around $90 million in assets. The firm has a team...
Sahel Capital
Sahel Capital is a private equity firm based in Lagos, Nigeria. It focuses on growth investments and manages around $90 million in assets. The firm has a team of 10 staff, including 10 investment professionals.
General information
Firm type
Private Equity
Year founded
2010
AUM
Undisclosed
Location
Region
Africa
Country
Nigeria
City
Lagos
Corporate office
Lagos, Nigeria
Frequently asked questions
How does Sahel Capital generate investment opportunities?
Sahel Capital operates a consulting arm alongside its investment platform, which creates an origination channel unusual for a firm of its size. Advisory engagements with governments, development finance institutions, and corporate clients across West Africa provide visibility into agricultural value chains, giving the investment team early exposure to potential portfolio companies.
What sectors does Sahel Capital focus on?
The firm concentrates on the agriculture and food sectors in West Africa, targeting growth-stage businesses that improve productivity, processing, and distribution. Its consulting practice reinforces this focus by working on agricultural transformation projects across the region.
Does Sahel Capital invest outside Nigeria?
Yes. While headquartered in Lagos, Sahel Capital pursues opportunities across West Africa. Its consulting engagements and investment mandate cover the broader region, though specific country-level investment breakdowns are not publicly available.
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