Development Partners International LLP

About The Fund

Development Partners International LLP (DPI) is a London-based private equity firm established in 2007, focusing on long-term investments in Africa. They are characterized by their strategy of investing in companies that are benefiting from the fast-growing emerging middle class across Africa. DPI deeply commits to fostering growth and positive impact in its portfolio companies, which are diverse and span various industries, such as Information Technology, Biotech, Hardware and Manufacturing, Energy, CleanTech, Food & Beverage, and Material Science. DPI employs its expertise in equity investments, with a minimum investment size of $2,000,000 and a maximum of $100,000,000. Their specialties include aiding companies in phases of expansion and merging, providing more than just financial support; strategic and operational guidance are also pivotal to their approach. DPI manages $75 million in assets and values its expertise to deliver strong performance and drive transformation across the African continent. With a focus on both commercial returns and high impact outcomes, DPI integrates Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations into the investment process, acknowledging the importance of sustainable and ethical investment practices. The firm prioritizes partnership with management teams and alignment with investor goals, aspiring to achieve top quartile returns for investors and impactful contributions to the societies in which their investee companies operate. The DPI team is composed of experienced professionals who are committed to unlocking the potential of high-growth and impactful companies in Africa, with a disciplined, process-led approach that is reflected in the careful selection and nurturing of their investments.