Enko Capital Secures US$100M In First Close For Private Credit Fund

Investors in the first close included British International Investment (BII), IFC (part of the World Bank Group), Sicom Global Fund Limited, as well as various African pension funds and family offices.

The fund offers US dollar-denominated private credit to mid-market companies across Sub-Saharan Africa, targeting established, cash-generating businesses in stable sectors like agriculture, telecommunications, manufacturing, renewable energy, and financial services.

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Led by Managing Partner Alain Nkontchou, Enko Capital is an Africa-focused asset management firm overseeing debt, private debt, equity, and private equity investments across the continent.

Founded in 2008, Enko Capital is an Africa-focused asset management firm managing debt, private debt, equity, and private equity investments across the continent.

With deep local expertise and global investment experience, Enko aims to deliver strong, risk-adjusted absolute returns for its investors while supporting sustainable growth in Africa.