Africa Plus Partners is proud to announce its recognition at the 12th Annual Private Equity Africa (PEA) Awards, where it was honoured with the Infrastructure Deal of the Year award for its Student Housing Company deal. Held on November 19, 2024, the PEA awards was a highlight of the Africa Investors Week (AIW), celebrating the continent’s most successful investment strategies under the theme “Dare to Win”.
The award was received by Anhad Narula, Co-Founder of Africa Plus Partners and CEO AIPF I & II, on behalf of the company. In his speech, Mr. Narula expressed gratitude to the company’s investors, highlighting the significance of the recognition as a testament to Africa Plus Partners’ leadership in transformative infrastructure investment in Africa.
Commenting on the award, Adeniran Ajakaiye, Managing Director and Chief Investment Officer (MD/CIO) at Africa Plus Partners, emphasized the hard work, dedication, and innovative spirit that define the company’s approach to infrastructure investment in Africa:
“This award reflects the unwavering commitment of our team and the trust of our partners and investors. At Africa Plus Partners, we remain steadfast in our mission to shape Africa’s future through impactful investments and groundbreaking projects that deliver sustainable growth.”
The Student Housing Company project addresses a critical need for affordable and modern housing for students, providing them with comfortable and conducive living environments that support their academic pursuits. The project exemplifies Africa Plus Partner’s dedication to bridging the infrastructure gap in Africa and driving positive socio-economic impact.
As Nigeria’s pioneer equity-based infrastructure investment and development catalyst, Africa Plus Partners continues to lead the charge in delivering innovative solutions for Sub-Saharan Africa’s ‘missing middle’ infrastructure. The company’s proactive management of its infrastructure assets, combined with its strategic business planning, ensures predictable and robust outcomes for its investors and other stakeholders.
This recognition at the PEA Awards underscores the visionary leadership of Anhad Narula and Adeniran Ajakaiye, whose commitment and expertise have propelled Africa Plus Partners to the forefront of infrastructure investment in Africa.
Africa Plus Partners expresses its heartfelt appreciation to its investors, partners and other stakeholders for their continued support and reiterates its commitment to advancing further transformative achievements in the years ahead.
For more details about the event, visit the PEA Awards website.
