THE FIRM

---

Goneke Investment Group (GIG) is a leading alternative asset manager and private equity firm, specialising in transformative investments across the critical systems that power economies: infrastructure, energy, food, health, real estate, and transportation. Since our founding in 2022, we are driven by an unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and the preservation of value—financial, social, and generational.

With a global perspective and deep African roots, we deliver tailored investment strategies that cut through complexity and align capital with impact. At GIG, we invest not just for returns, but to spark lasting transformation—building enduring assets, ecosystems, and institutions that tackle structural challenges, modernise national systems, and unlock Africa’s next frontier of potential. Where others see volatility, we see opportunity. From revolutionizing energy to feeding the next billion, we act with entrepreneurial urgency and the discipline of stewards. Our purpose-driven approach transcends managing capital—we are engineering the systems, institutions, and innovations that make humanity fault-tolerant, future-ready, and capable of thriving for generations.

Note: All figures as of June 1, 2024, unless otherwise indicated.

1. Reflects assets under management from the private equity channel across GIG funds. 

2. Gains figure represents gains (realised and unrealised) LTD as of June 30, 2024. 

3. As of March 31, 2024.

*AUM is presented as of 6/1/2024, unless otherwise noted. AUM includes the net asset value, plus outstanding leverage and asset-based financing undrawn amounts, in respect of private investment funds, certain co-investment vehicles and accounts for which GIG provides investment management or advisory services, as well as capital that such funds, vehicles and accounts have the right to call from investors pursuant to the terms of their capital commitments as of 3/31/2024 and additional fundraising commitments and fund, vehicle and account liquidations through 6/1/2024. In the case of GIG-managed business development companies, AUM reflects their total assets (i.e., gross of any fund-level liabilities) plus asset-based financing undrawn amounts, as well as capital that such companies have the right to call from investors pursuant to the terms of their capital commitments. With respect to GIG-managed collateralised loan obligations, AUM reflects the face amount of debt and equity outstanding. 

At Goneke Investment Group, we are driven by two primary and closely aligned priorities:

1. ACCELERATING GDP GROWTH — Driving transformation across Africa and beyond, with infrastructure, energy, and technology as the pillars of lasting growth.
2. CREATING SUSTAINABLE ABUNDANCE — Delivering exceptional returns while uplifting lives, creating a legacy of abundance that resonates across generations.

We are not mere managers of capital—we are builders of Africa’s future, investing our own resources alongside those we steward. Unlike traditional firms, where partners commit a token 1% to their funds, GIG’s leadership, partners, and families have staked far more—our wealth, our conviction, our future. This deep alignment binds our purpose to our actions, ensuring every decision is personal, resolute, and rooted in shared destiny.

The alternative investment landscape has faltered in recent decades, with many prioritizing scale over substance, diluting impact and returns. At GIG, we see this not as a setback but as a clarion call—a challenge to redefine what high-conviction, disciplined investing can achieve. We are not here to follow paths laid by others. We are here to carve new ones, building an Africa that leads, innovates, and thrives in the 21st century and beyond.

Energy is the lifeblood of prosperity. Across Africa, where reliable power flows, economies ignite: businesses flourish, schools thrive, hospitals save lives, and industries take root. Yet, much of the continent remains energy-poor despite its resource wealth, a paradox born of underinvestment, fragile grids, and reliance on costly, outdated systems. While global clean tech investments surge, many African nations still face rising tariffs, frequent outages, and import dependency. The challenge is clear: incremental fixes won’t suffice. Africa’s future demands energy solutions that don’t just compete with fossil fuels—they redefine what’s possible.

At Goneke Investment Group, we reject marginal improvements to broken models. We seek transformative energy systems that leapfrog: scalable, decentralized, affordable, and resilient innovations designed for African realities. Think next-generation solar microgrids, small-scale hydro, geothermal breakthroughs, or off-grid storage solutions that deliver not just access, but abundance. Our benchmark isn’t “almost as good” as traditional power—it’s so superior that adoption becomes inevitable, much like M-PESA revolutionised finance by being radically simpler and more accessible.

Our vision is bolder still. We aim to propel Africa toward higher Kardashev-scale energy mastery, where civilisations are measured by their command of resources from local to planetary and beyond. Africa, with its vast potential and dynamic challenges, is not destined to trail the world’s energy trajectory. It can lead. We envision the continent as a crucible for the next energy revolution, forging systems that don’t just meet growing demand but redefine global standards for sustainability and scale.

This isn’t about importing solutions—it’s about igniting them from within. Africa’s diversity demands tailored innovation, not one-size-fits-all fixes. At GIG, we’re investing in the bold, the scalable, the transformative: energy systems that don’t just power homes but elevate civilizations. The question isn’t whether Africa can catch up, it’s whether we dare to build the energy future the world will follow.

Food is the foundation of civilisation, its story in Africa is one of resilience, culture, and untapped potential. With 60% of the world’s uncultivated arable land, Africa should feed itself and the world. Yet, billions are spent on food imports, and communities remain vulnerable to supply shocks, climate volatility, and undernutrition. At Goneke Investment Group, we see this not as a permanent state but as a historic opportunity, a call to transform Africa’s food systems into engines of sovereignty, prosperity, and global influence.

Food is more than sustenance; it’s power, independence, and progress. A nation’s strength lies in its ability to feed its people reliably and affordably. But Africa’s food systems are fragmented, undercapitalised value chains, low productivity, and over-reliance on smallholder, rain-fed agriculture hold back progress. This isn’t a lack of talent or resources; it’s a lack of scale, infrastructure, and bold innovation. We reject incrementalism. At GIG, we’re not chasing marginal gains or superficial sustainability. We seek transformative solutions that revolutionize access, multiply yields, and build entire industries—from advanced processing to cold chain logistics to seamless supply networks. Our vision is sovereign agriculture: systems that are profitable, climate-resilient, and scalable, producing nutritious, locally grown food so affordable it outcompetes imports. We back innovations that empower African farmers to become global exporters, not just subsistence producers, creating value for communities and investors alike.

Our ambition reaches further. We aim to propel Africa toward a new Food Sovereignty Scale—from dependence to resilience to global dominance. Just as the Kardashev Scale measures energy mastery, we envision a future where African nations don’t just achieve self-sufficiency but lead global markets, exporting surplus and setting standards for sustainable abundance. Africa’s potential is boundless; what it needs is infrastructure, capital, and coordination. At GIG, we’re committed to providing all three, unlocking food systems that don’t just feed a continent but redefine what’s possible for the world.

Health is the bedrock of human potential fuelling productivity, dignity, and economic progress. Yet, across much of Africa, healthcare systems remain fragile, underfunded, and reactive, leaving millions especially in rural and peri-urban areas without reliable, affordable, or quality care. While strides have been made against communicable diseases, the gap in preventative and accessible health solutions persists. At Goneke Investment Group, we see this not as a limitation but as a call to action. Radical investment in health isn’t just a moral imperative it’s a catalyst for transformative economic and social progress.

A healthy population drives prosperity; a robust health system attracts talent, capital, and innovation. Health is no longer merely a social good, it’s a strategic cornerstone of a thriving 21st-century Africa. Biotechnology stands as the most potent frontier in this mission, yet global health outcomes lag behind scientific promise. Life expectancy stalls, chronic diseases rise, and novel therapeutics fall short of expectations. In Africa, this gap is stark, compounded by three critical bottlenecks:

• Data Exclusion: Africa is often absent from global genomics datasets, hindering personalized medicine and AI-driven therapies tailored to its populations.
• Capital Scarcity: Biotech demands patient, high-volume investment, yet African ventures are overlooked due to perceived risks and long R&D timelines.
• Outdated Discovery: Drug development remains slow, siloed, and mired in trial-and-error, with African ecosystems lacking the infrastructure for advanced research, data sharing, or clinical trials.

At GIG, we don’t see barriers, we see opportunities to leapfrog. We back biotech and health ventures that redefine the possible: harnessing AI to accelerate discovery, integrating African genomics into global datasets, and building infrastructure for diagnostics, drug production, and health logistics. From malaria and sickle cell disease to fertility, antimicrobial resistance, and nutrigenomics, we’re investing in solutions that address Africa’s unique challenges while setting global benchmarks.

Our vision extends beyond treatments to platforms, companies that revolutionise how care is delivered, knowledge is shared, and discoveries reach patients. Just as the 20th century fought disease, the 21st century must build health systems as enduring as infrastructure itself. We aim for Vitality Sovereignty: a future where Africa owns and scales its medical breakthroughs, leading the world in wellness, resilience, and longevity. If energy systems can aspire to Kardashev-scale mastery, health systems must strive for a parallel leap—empowering African nations to not only meet their needs but redefine global standards for human thriving.

Real estate is more than land and structures, it’s the foundation of how people live, work, and shape their futures. In Africa, where rapid population growth, urbanization, and a rising middle class are redefining the landscape, real estate is a powerful engine for economic and social transformation. At Goneke Investment Group, we don’t just invest in properties, we back platforms that elevate human progress and anchor Africa’s ascent. Africa is urbanising faster than any region on Earth. By 2050, over 1.5 billion Africans will call cities home. Yet, the built environment lags behind this seismic shift. From Lagos to Lusaka, Nairobi to Dakar, informal sprawl, underinvestment, and mismatched supply create shortages of affordable housing, quality commercial spaces, and resilient urban infrastructure. The challenge isn’t demand—it’s execution. At GIG, we see this as a historic opportunity to redefine real estate as a force for inclusive, enduring prosperity.

We reject speculative overbuilds and disconnected developments. Instead, we invest in ecosystems that meet real needs and drive systemic change:

• Affordable, Dignified Housing: Scaled through modular, sustainable, and locally adapted methods to empower communities.
• Mixed-Use Developments: Blending commerce, mobility, and community to spark inclusive urban growth.
• Industrial and Logistics Parks: Bolstering manufacturing, intra-African trade, and food security.
• Knowledge and Innovation Hubs: Fostering medical, research, and educational epicenters for progress.
• Urban Resilience Projects: Integrating green buildings, water-sensitive design, and climate-adaptive infrastructure.

Real estate alone isn’t enough. Digitisation, clear land titling, and governance reforms are critical to unlocking liquidity and access to capital. We back transformative platforms, from blockchain-enabled land registries to micro-financing tools—that democratise real estate and empower ownership at scale. Our vision is bolder: we champion “city-as-a-platform” models that transcend real estate as a product and embrace it as infrastructure for economic and societal value. Just as railways shaped the 19th century, urban form will define 21st-century prosperity. At GIG, our investments are crafted not just for returns but to build legacies—creating dignified, resilient, and thriving urban environments that propel Africa’s economic takeoff and inspire the world.

The tyranny of distance has long hindered Africa’s progress, fragmenting markets, stifling trade, and limiting opportunity. Despite vibrant urban centres and a young, dynamic population, Africa remains the least connected continent, both internally and globally. The cost is steep: inefficient logistics, suppressed intra-African trade, and barriers to human potential. At Goneke Investment Group, we see this not as an enduring obstacle but as a generational opportunity. Transforming transportation is the key to unlocking economic growth, regional cohesion, and human flourishing across the continent. History shows that every leap in mobility, railways, automobiles, and aviation has reshaped economies by enabling scale and coordination. In Africa, this transformation is unfinished. Roads are sparse and poorly maintained, rail networks are outdated or absent, and air travel remains costly and centralized. Intra-African trade, a mere 15% of total trade, is choked by logistical and regulatory friction. This isn’t just an infrastructure gap, it’s a systems challenge that demands bold, Africa-centric solutions.

At GIG, we reject imported models and incremental fixes. We invest in transportation systems that leapfrog: affordable, scalable, and tailored to Africa’s unique geography and needs. Our focus is on ventures and platforms that redefine mobility:

• Next-Generation Vehicles: Electrified, modular, or autonomous solutions for freight and public transport, designed for affordability and scale.
• Resilient Infrastructure: Climate-smart road-rail hubs, urban transit systems, and cold chains to support food security and trade.
• Frictionless Logistics: AI-driven supply chains, e-commerce corridors, and seamless customs to power digital trade.
• Regional Corridors: Transport networks that unite economies, reducing reliance on extractive export routes.
• Urban Mobility: Micro-mobility, bus rapid transit, and intelligent traffic systems for Africa’s fast-growing cities.

Our vision is infrastructure with intelligence, networks that don’t just move people and goods but carry data, insights, and opportunities. Transportation must evolve from a cost center to a growth platform. Just as transcontinental railroads opened new frontiers in the 19th century, Africa’s next-generation transport corridors, physical, digital, and aerial will forge continental unity, deepen trade, and cement economic sovereignty. At GIG, we are ready to finance and partner with the pioneers who will build this connected future, transforming distance from a barrier into a bridge for Africa’s ascent.

Water is the essence of life, yet for millions in Africa, it remains elusive, an unacceptable paradox in a world of abundant capital and instant data. At Goneke Investment Group, we see water not as a charity case but as a cornerstone of civilisation and a transformative asset class. Just as roads and energy grids defined the 20th century, water infrastructure will shape Africa’s resilience and prosperity in the 21st. Africa is rich in water resources—vast aquifers, mighty rivers, expansive lakes, and generous rainfall, yet infrastructure deficits, pollution, and underinvestment trap communities in cycles of scarcity. Climate change only sharpens this challenge.

This is not a problem of nature, it’s a problem of execution. At GIG, we view water as one of the most investable opportunities of our time, a silent enabler of every pillar of progress:

• Agriculture thrives with reliable irrigation.
• Industry depends on robust water systems for processing and cooling.
• Cities require clean, piped water and sanitation to flourish.
• Health systems rely on hygiene infrastructure to save lives.
• Education suffers when children spend hours fetching water instead of learning.

We reject short-term fixes and fragmented solutions. Our investments target transformative water systems that deliver scale, resilience, and impact:

• Scalable Storage and Treatment: From municipal reservoirs to micro-grid purifiers for rural and peri-urban communities.
• Decentralized Technologies: Affordable purification systems that empower local access.
• Circular Water Systems: Wastewater recycling for industrial zones and urban centers.
• Intelligent Networks: Digitized systems to minimize loss, optimize usage, and enable fair pricing.
• Climate-Resilient Infrastructure: Solutions that withstand droughts and floods.
• Water-as-a-Service Models: Shifting capital burdens to create sustainable, recurring revenue streams.

Water is not a scarcity issue, it’s a coordination and capital challenge. We treat it as critical infrastructure, priced responsibly and built for generations. Our focus is on platforms, not patches; on systems like aquifers and reservoirs, not just wells; on policy reform, not just pipelines. The payoff is profound: water infrastructure doesn’t just enable survival—it unlocks productivity, powers industries, and anchors thriving communities. Just as we aspire to elevate energy systems toward Kardashev-scale mastery, we envision a future of Water Sovereignty—where African nations independently secure abundant, reliable water for their people and economies. At GIG, we invest in water because it’s more than life, it’s leverage for a continent poised to lead.