– Mediterrania Capital Partners announces the final close of its fourth fund, MC IV, at €600 million
– MC IV is a 10-year closed-end fund targeting SMEs and mid-cap companies
– Focus regions: North and West Africa, with selective investments across the Pan-African region
– Targets substantial minority or majority stakes, including pre-IPO opportunities
– Focuses on companies with strong market positioning and regional scaling potential
– Over 75% of the fund expected to be deployed within four years
– Strong emphasis on healthcare, financial services, and FMCG sectors
– Albert Alsina, Founder & CEO, highlights investor confidence and opportunity across Africa
– Hatim Ben Ahmed, Managing Partner, describes the close as a major milestone for growth-focused investments
– Signatory of the UN Principles for Responsible Investment (UNPRI)
– ESG principles are core to the investment approach, with a strong commitment to Impact investing
– Robust ESG frameworks applied across all funds and portfolios
– Focus on sustainable value creation, inclusive job creation, and ecosystem resilience
– Rajaa Berrkia, Partner & Director of Sustainability highlights impact is a mindset embedded in everything they do
– Portfolio companies generate over €2.2 billion in annual revenues
– Over 30,000 employees across Africa
– Portfolio impacts over 100 million people, with a goal to reach 200 million
– Two companies reached unicorn status under Mediterrania’s management
– Licensed by the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) under the EU AIFM Directive
– Also regulated in Mauritius, Spain (CNMV), and Morocco (AMMC)
– Strong regulatory and governance structures promote transparency, accountability, and operational excellence
– Founded in 2013 in Malta
– Known for a hands-on, proactive investment approach
– Committed to long-term growth, governance, and impactful strategies