Development Partners International (DPI)

DPI manages three main funds (African Development Partners I, II, and III) with a total AUM exceeding $3 billion. Its investment strategy centers on partnering deeply with portfolio company management teams to create long-term value and meaningful social and economic impact across Africa. DPI primarily invests in profitable or cash-flow positive companies spanning sectors including financial services, telecommunications, consumer goods, manufacturing, and industrials. Notably, DPI’s ADP III fund was the first 2X Flagship Fund dedicated to advancing gender equity in investments. The firm maintains a strong commitment to ESG principles and impact management, supporting over 60,000 jobs on the ...