Partech

Partech is a global venture capital firm headquartered in Paris with offices in San Francisco, Berlin, Dakar, Dubai, Nairobi, and other locations. Founded in 1982 in Silicon Valley, the firm manages approximately €2.5 billion in assets under management and has built a portfolio of 220 companies across 40 countries and 4 continents. The firm is led by ex-entrepreneurs and operators who provide hands-on support across seed, venture, and growth stages. Partech has established itself as a leading investor in African technology companies, with a particular focus on fintech, e-commerce, and digital services. The firm invests across multiple stages, from seed rounds to Series C and beyond, with a geographic concentration in West and East Africa, including Egypt, Nigeria, Côte d'Ivoire, South Africa, Senegal, and Ethiopia. Notable portfolio companies include Yoco, TradeDepot, Moneyfellows, Nomba, and Nawy, which collectively represent significant exits and growth trajectories in African fintech and digital commerce. Partech operates through specialized fund strategies including dedicated Africa, Impact, and Growth funds. The firm has demonstrated a commitment to supporting founders through operational expertise, strategic networks, and capital access, with portfolio companies achieving 21 initial public offerings and over 50 major M&A transactions with leading international companies.