Atlantic Coast Regional Fund (“ACRF” or the “Fund”) is a USD150 million regional fund focused on 29 countries on or near the African Coast of the Atlantic Ocean from Morocco to Angola (the “Region”). The fund raising process is ongoing to effect a final round closing to reach a full capitalization of up to USD 150 million, which half has already been raised.

The Fund will target strong growth companies operating in West and Central Africa, preferably with a regional scope.

ACRF will consider investments in all sectors, with particular focus on industrial firms,financial institutions and companies investing in infrastructure and other related sectors. Target companies will be mature and cash-flow generative companies operating in sectors with high entry barriers and/or enjoying market dominance.

In addition, target companies will exhibit a proven track record in terms of managerial competence, satisfactory and measurable performance and a solid business plan.