ECP is the first private equity group to raise more than $1.8 billion for investment in companies across the African continent. The ECP team has been investing in Africa since 2000. Today, the firm has a track-record of investing in Africa through seven successful funds. The firm has made over 50 investments, experienced 20 exits, and maintains a portfolio of remaining transactions. ECP has made investments in more than 40 countries, in all major regions of the African continent. ECP invests in companies that operate in business environments characterized by limited competition, or in sectors where Africa has either a comparative advantage or an unmet need.