Experts in African & MENA Fintech and Payments
Public Markets – African Listed Equities
Imara is a leading African equities investment manager with a 15-year track record. Our research-intensive, fundamental approach focuses on long-term investments in African listed equities, giving investors exposure to high-growth African capital markets.
- Pan-African research team with over 20 years’ experience
- Early pioneers in African listed equities and public markets
- Offering segregated portfolios and funds for global investors
Our public market expertise delivers both high USD returns and positive social and economic impact.through exposure to Africa’s dynamic fintech,payments, mobile money, and digital payment sectors, where listed companies are enabling the cashless economy.
Private Markets – Growth & Impact Investments
Imara invests balance sheet and third-party capital in African private companies, prioritising strong USD returns and measurable impact. We partner closely with founders to scale businesses:
- Proven record: over US$80m raised and fully invested for African SMEs since 2012
- Deal-by-deal investments in high-growth companies across East & Southern Africa
- Focused on businesses requiring US$3–20m capital for a significant minority equity stakes and board involvement
Our active management approach leverages FWA and Imara networks, connecting portfolio companies to global expertise, capital, and market opportunities.
Venture Capital – Scaling African Fintech
Imara specialises in venture capital in African fintech and MENA payments, supporting post-revenue, scalable technology businesses that drive financial and social inclusion.
- Proprietary deal flow via deep regional networks
- Investment in mobile money, digital payments, and cashless solutions
- Collaborating with experienced management teams to accelerate growth
This strategy positions Imara as a leading Africa & MENA fintech investor delivering impact alongside strong financial performance.
Corporate Advisory – Guiding Growth and Impact
Imara’s advisory teams support public and private portfolio companies, combining:
- Strategic guidance on African and MENA fintech expansion
- Operational improvements to drive financial inclusion and economic empowerment
- Joint venture corporate finance execution through our New York office
Our philosophy ensures that every engagement balances profitability, governance, and social impact
Fiduciary and Administration
Through Imara Trust Company (Mauritius) Ltd, we provide:
- End to end Company, trust, and fund formation, compliance, substance support and administration
- Regulatory licensing for asset managers, investment advisors, funds, fintechs, and other non-bank financial services
- Outsourced back-office, tax, and accounting services
- Support for institutional investors, multinational companies, and HNWIs
Our longstanding presence in Mauritius and Africa ensures trust, compliance, and operational excellence, and clients benefit from the Imara Group network across Africa.
Stockbroking
Imara maintains a network of stockbroking subsidiaries in Africa, providing access to frontier market equities and regional capital markets:
Imara Capital Securities (Botswana, Zimbabwe)
Stockbrokers Zambia Ltd
Stockbrokers Malawi Ltd