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Scope
Investment Details
Risk & Return Profile
Market Potential
Use of Funds
Key Contacts
Team
Brief Description: NISK Capital is a growth equity firm specializing in investments in established companies with high growth potential across Africa.
The firm provides strategic capital to mid-sized businesses in various industries, enabling them to expand operations, enhance product offerings, and increase market reach.
Mission/Impact Statement: NISK Capital’s mission is to accelerate sustainable growth in African economies by partnering with strong, locally driven companies that are looking to scale their impact and achieve long-term success.
Current Stage: Growth Equity Firm
Ownership Type: Private
Scope
Scope Type: Corporate Investment
Sub-Type: Growth Equity
Primary Objective: Seeking investment partners to co-invest in upcoming growth equity opportunities, targeting mid-sized, scalable businesses.
Investment Horizon: Medium to long-term (5-7 years)
Investment Details
| Investment Details | Description |
|---|---|
| Investment Required | $10 million |
| Investment Type | Equity partnership |
| Minimum Investment Amount | $1 million |
| Funding Goal | $10 million for co-investment in current portfolio companies |
| Equity Offered | Co-investment opportunities vary by project |
| Expected ROI | 12-15% annual return based on historical performance in similar funds |
| Investment Structure | Direct equity participation in growth-stage companies across sectors like agribusiness, healthcare, and technology, in partnership with NISK Capital. |
Risk & Return Profile
- Risk Level: Medium
- Expected Returns: 12-15% annualized return
- Key Risks: Market volatility, currency fluctuations, business model sustainability of portfolio companies
- Exit Strategy: Targeted exits through secondary sales, acquisitions, or management buyouts within 5-7 years
Market Potential
Market Opportunity: The African growth equity market offers substantial potential, driven by strong regional GDP growth, a young workforce, and increasing demand for goods and services.
Competitive Advantage: NISK Capital’s deep local expertise and connections with mid-sized African enterprises uniquely position the firm to source high-potential investments and create value through strategic partnerships.
Target Market: B2B-focused companies in Africa’s emerging sectors, with scalable business models.
Growth Projections: Africa’s economic growth is projected to remain robust, with opportunities for above-average returns in high-growth sectors.
Relevant Trends: Growing middle class, increased digitization, and government support for local enterprise development.
Use of Funds
Allocation Details:
1. Portfolio Company Growth: $6 million – For supporting operational scaling, product development, and geographic expansion of portfolio companies.
2. R&D and Product Enhancement: $2 million – For funding research initiatives and improving product offerings in tech-enabled sectors.
3. Market Expansion and Partnerships: $1 million – Expanding presence in new African markets and building strategic partnerships.
4. Operational Costs: $1 million – For management and advisory costs, monitoring, and evaluation of investments.
Key Contacts
Key Contact Person: David Mwangi
Role: Managing Partner
Email: david.mwangi@niskcapital.com
Phone: +254 (700) 123-456
LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/in/davidmwangi
Address: 5th Avenue Plaza, Nairobi, Kenya
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