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For a breakdown of West African transactions , visit our Dealmaker’s Log . The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has disclosed a proposed investment of up to $7.5 million in Cauris Finance’s Third Wave Fund, a structured debt fund targeting tech-enabled lenders across Africa. The fund is managed by Cauris Investment Management, a US-based credit investment firm. The fund is targeting $75 million, with a hard cap of $100 million. IFC’s proposed investment would comprise a loan in the fund’s senior debt tranche. The proposed loan would have a five-year term, including a grace period of up to 48 months, followed…

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For a breakdown of Helios Investment Partners’ deals and exits , visit our Dealmaker’s Log . Nigeria’s sports economy is entering a period of increased commercial activity. More than ₦50 billion (about $37.5 million) in private-sector investment was attracted into the sector in 2025, as growing global demand for African sports and entertainment converges with a young, digitally connected consumer base and an increasingly prominent pool of athletic talent. Across Africa, the underlying opportunity is becoming increasingly significant. Africa’s sports economy is projected to reach $20 billion by 2035. At the same time, a growing youth population and rising demand…

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