Fundraising FoxJoliba Capital
Private equityAbidjan · Growth–Late Stage · 3 people tracked
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Investment thesis
Joliba Capital positions itself as a hands-on private equity investor and business builder concentrating on Francophone West and Central Africa. It emphasizes creating sustainable companies that are well integrated into their local communities and that promote diversity, inclusion, and equality. The firm applies a distinctive value creation framework that draws on its experienced team, a network of subject matter experts, and a partnership with LBO France, taking a collaborative approach to developing leading businesses in the region.
Source: firm website, verified Sep 26, 2026.
Team · 3 people
from the firm's websiteSeasoned investment professional who founded Joliba Capital in partnership with LBO France.
Omar Gueye is an Investment Director at Joliba Capital, where his work is focused on West and Central Africa. He has over 15 years of professional experience, including 10 years in direct investments across emerging and frontier markets, with expertise in private equity, private debt, and risk management. He has led and managed more than 20 transactions across sectors in Sub-Saharan African countries including Côte d'Ivoire, Senegal, Nigeria, Ghana, Benin, Kenya, Tanzania, and Rwanda.
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Joliba Capital invest at?
- Joliba Capital invests at the Growth, Late Stage stages.
- What sectors does Joliba Capital focus on?
- Joliba Capital focuses on AgTech, Consumer, EdTech, Fintech, Healthtech, Impact & Social Good, Logistics & Supply Chain, Sector Agnostic.
- Where is Joliba Capital located?
- Joliba Capital is headquartered in Abidjan, CI.
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