AfricInvest Group
Skander Oueslati has extensive work experience in the finance and investment industry. Skander started their career at BNP Paribas as a Project Finance Analyst in the Energy sector. Skander then joined the IFC, where they held various roles, including Investment Officer in Telecoms and IT, Investment Officer in Global Information and Communication Technologies, and Special Assistant to the VP of Finance and Treasurer. Oueslati later joined BMCE Bank International Plc as an Executive Director in Corporate Banking. Currently, they are working at AfricInvest Group as the Chief Investment Officer (CIO) and Deputy Managing Director.
Skander Oueslati completed their Engineering Degree in Economics and Mechanical Engineering from École Polytechnique during the years 1993 to 1995. Skander then pursued a Master's degree in Civil Engineering from Ponts et Chaussees in France from 1995 to 1996. Following that, they obtained a second Master's degree in Technology Management and Policy from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) between 1997 and 1999. Skander Oueslati's educational background showcases their strong foundation in engineering, economics, and technology management.
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AfricInvest Group
AfricInvest was founded in the early 1990s, an investment and financial services company. Uniquely positioned as one of the most experienced private equity investors on the continent, AfricInvest has dedicated investment teams focused on Africa, and employs more than 90 professionals in eleven offices . AfricInvest raised USD 1.9 bn across 21 funds and benefits from strong, long-term support from both local and international investors, including leading development finance institutions in the United States and Europe. Having co-founded the African Venture Capital Association (AVCA) as well as the Emerging Markets GPCA (Former EMPEA) and the Euromed Capital Forum, the firm is an active promotor of the private equity industry in the region. Since the beginning, AfricInvest has invested in more than 180 companies across 25 African countries in a variety of high growth sectors and maintains a broad network of high-quality executives across Africa, offering extensive expertise in key growth industries, including financial services, agribusiness, consumer/retail, education, and healthcare.