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Despite an economic slowdown across Africa in 2009 things look set to bounce back. This is based on improving macroeconomic fundamentals, new discoveries and use of existing reserves of raw materials, population growth and development of stronger institutional and regulatory frameworks, which have enabled the emergence of an entrepreneurial class. In addition, increasing political stability across the region has led to increased investor confidence.

The development of regional trade agreements and regulations is stimulating intra-Africa trade and increasing the opportunities for African businesses to expand across borders. This area of focus is a central theme for the Aureos funds in Africa. It gives portfolio companies the opportunity to leverage their extensive existing presence and expand throughout the region.

Although Africa is a hugely diverse region, the opportunities that Aureos targets are well-established businesses with strong market positioning. However, they require institutional strengthening to graduate from single-country operations into regionally competitive entities, further enhancing shareholder value. Thus Aureos adopts a hands-on approach, actively participating in value addition at the portfolio company level - from improving the IT/ MIS platform to upgrading Environmental, Social and Governance standards to international best practice.

As a more mature market, South Africa is somewhat different. Aureos businesses in South Africa tend to have very solid foundations but not necessarily the wherewithal to realise the big vision. So here, board governance and strategic development are key Aureos roles in helping take businesses to the next level.

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The Abraaj Group is a leading investor in growth markets. We manage US$ 7.5 billion in assets, operating through over 30 offices in Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Middle East.

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