Status
ACTIVE
Global HQ
Port Louis, Mauritius
Countries of investment
- Botswana
- Cote d'Ivoire
- DRC
- Egypt
- Ethiopia
- Ghana
- Kenya
- Malawi
- Mauritius
- Morocco
- Namibia
- Nigeria
- Rwanda
- Sierra Leone
- South Africa
- Tanzania
- Uganda
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
Investment stages
- Growth
Industries
- AgriFood Tech
- Agtech
- Food & Beverage
- Logistics
- Supply Chain Tech
- PropTech
About
Phatisa is a sector-specific private equity fund manager with a strong presence in Africa and a focus on high-impact investing. They manage multi-million dollar funds dedicated to the food and affordable housing sectors across the continent. The firm is highly regarded for its rigorous ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) integration and its ability to navigate complex emerging market environments.
Phatisa is a sector-specific private equity fund manager with a strong presence in Africa and a focus on high-impact investing. They manage multi-million dollar funds dedicated to the food and affordable housing sectors across the continent. The firm is highly regarded for its rigorous ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) integration and its ability to navigate complex emerging market environments.
Investment Thesis
Phatisa invests across Africa’s food value chain, backing agriculture, logistics, and food processing businesses that improve food security and supply efficiency.
Manager's Experience
Led by Asif Noorani and Stuart Bradley with over 15 years of sector focus. The team operates a "boots on the ground" model across Africa, specializing in ESG-driven agri-food logistics and resilient food value chain development.
Team
Asif Noorani - Principal
Paola Samuel - Head of Legal & Governance
Christine Kairu - Senior Associate
Anja Cawood - Head of Sustainability
Portfolio
Zaad Group
Farming and Engineering Services
Artcaffé
Java House
Kanu Equipment