SPE Capital
Overview
SPE Capital is an independent private equity firm established in 2016, specializing in responsible investing across Africa and the Middle East. The firm is committed to delivering superior, sustainable returns by partnering with high-potential businesses that contribute to regional economic growth and job creation. With offices in Cairo, Tunis, Casablanca, Abidjan, and Paris, SPE Capital has deployed over USD 500 million in growth equity investments across more than 30 markets. The firm's investment strategy focuses on sectors such as healthcare, education, business services, and manufacturing, targeting companies at various stages including seed, early stage, growth, late stage, and buyout. SPE Capital's approach emphasizes environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards, aiming to generate measurable social and environmental benefits alongside financial returns. This philosophy is grounded in international best practices, with positive impact seen as a core driver of long-term value creation. SPE Capital's portfolio includes investments in companies like Tamweely, a leading Egyptian microfinance player, and GlobalCorp, a non-banking financial services company in Egypt. The firm's track record reflects a commitment to fostering sustainable growth and development in the region, supporting entrepreneurs, creating meaningful jobs, and contributing to the well-being of local communities.
Investment Focus
- High growth potential
- Strong management team
- Alignment with ESG standards
- Positive impact on local communities
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does SPE Capital invest in?
SPE Capital invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Consumer Goods and Real Estate, and is based in Genève, Genève, Switzerland. SPE Capital is listed as a private equity in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does SPE Capital invest at?
SPE Capital backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Growth, Late Stage and Buyout, writing cheques of 5M - 50M.
Which regions does SPE Capital invest in?
SPE Capital invests across Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Egypt, Tunisia, Libya and Morocco.
What companies has SPE Capital invested in?
SPE Capital's portfolio includes Orchidia Pharmaceutical Industries, Tamweely, GlobalCorp, Future Pharmaceutical Industries, Laprophan, Amanys Pharma, STEPEVI Group and HOLGED Tunisie.
How do I contact SPE Capital?
SPE Capital's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of the team.
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