Africa Trust Group and Samata Capital Launch New Fund

Africa Trust Group and Samata Capital have partnered to form ATG Samata, a fund management company dedicated to making private sector investments in high growth-potential businesses in emerging markets that advance opportunities for women and promote diversity, equity and inclusion.

This partnership brings together two pioneering firms with more than 60 years of combined investing and operating experience in Africa. The united entity will continue to focus on early stage, scalable companies in high-growth industry segments that have a significant impact on women within the value chain.

The geographic footprint will expand to target key markets in East, West and Southern Africa including Kenya, Nigeria, and Zambia. The firm will also utilize a blended-venture approach to offer debt, revenue share and equity products that best match a company’s business model and local context.

ATG Samata’s innovative partnership capitalizes on the many years of experience of both firms and creates a new offering for investors and entrepreneurs alike. This collaboration is a predictable outcome of our shared history and co-investments over the years – emphasizing that we are always stronger together.

See what they are building at https://atgsamata.com/ and look out for more exciting news to come!

Source: ATG Samara