Platform Capital

Platform Capital is a Nigerian private equity firm specializing in investments across Africa, Europe, and Latin America. As a sector-agnostic principal investment and advisory firm, it deploys strategic capital alongside international and local investors to transform high-potential businesses into industry leaders. The firm focuses on sectors such as food and agriculture, healthcare, infrastructure, financial services, power and energy, manufacturing, technology, media, telecommunications, and payments. Platform Capital's investment approach spans various stages, including early-stage, growth, late-stage, and buyouts, with investment sizes ranging from $1 million to $50 million. The firm's mission is to bridge the gap between Africa and the world by identifying and investing in industries with high growth potential and transformative impact. Platform Capital's experienced team enables timely, transparent execution of complex transactions, having raised over $600 million in debt and equity funding to support clients' growth. The firm operates across multiple countries, including Nigeria, South Africa, Ghana, Kenya, Uganda, Mexico, and the United States, with offices in Lagos, Johannesburg, Accra, Nairobi, Kampala, Mexico City, Dallas, and San Francisco. Platform Capital's commitment to sustainable growth is evident in its social impact initiatives, having impacted over 295,000 lives by mid-2024. The firm's values—Brother's Keeper, Loyalty, Authenticity, Capacity, and Knowledge—reflect its dedication to supporting one another, staying true to principles, continuously growing, and empowering through wisdom. With a vision to be the best investment firm in Africa, Platform Capital combines deep market knowledge with an entrepreneurial business-building approach to generate globally competitive returns.