Kessner Capital Launches Private Credit Fund to Boost African Investment
Kessner Capital Management launches groundbreaking private credit fund to address Africa's $331 billion SME financing gap. Led by veteran financiers Bruno-Maurice Monny and Benny Osei, the fund aims to transform investment across the continent while delivering both returns and impact.
Kessner Capital's co-founders Bruno-Maurice Monny and Benny Osei launch innovative private credit fund for African SMEs
Kessner Capital Launches Private Credit Fund to Boost African Investment
A new investment powerhouse has emerged on the African continent as Kessner Capital Management (KCM) officially launches its first private credit fund, operational since March 2024. The fund aims to address the significant financing gap for SMEs while supporting high-impact projects across Africa.
Disrupting Traditional Finance in Africa
Led by an international team with deep African roots, Kessner Capital positions itself as a progressive alternative to conventional banking institutions, which have historically been hesitant to support small and medium enterprises. The fund's strategy focuses on direct lending to profitable companies in high-growth sectors including agribusiness, renewable energy, infrastructure, technology, and financial services.
"We're not just providing capital; we're partnering with businesses to build sustainable growth," explain co-founders Bruno-Maurice Monny and Benny Osei. "Our mission is to serve as a long-term strategic partner, establishing governance, transparency, and measurable impact."
Addressing a $331 Billion Market Opportunity
The potential is staggering: The World Bank estimates an annual SME financing deficit of over $331 billion in Africa. This comes as the continent's growth is projected to reach 5.7% in 2025, presenting an unprecedented opportunity for impact-focused investors.
Kessner's innovative approach includes flexible lending solutions in both dollars and local currencies, with terms ranging from one month to three years. Their risk assessment framework incorporates comprehensive analysis of macroeconomic, political, and operational factors across West, East, and Southern Africa.
Leadership and Advisory Board
The fund brings together an impressive leadership team:
- Bruno-Maurice Monny: Former J.P. Morgan and BNP Paribas executive, specialized in African structured credit
- Benny Osei: Previously with Leifbridge Capital and Bloomberg, emerging markets expert
The advisory board includes distinguished figures such as former French Defense Minister Charles Millon, international investor Colin Rezek, development finance advisor Christiane de Livonnière, and private equity veteran Frédéric Le Bourgeois.
Transforming African Finance
"This fund marks a new chapter in Africa's access to structured finance," state the founders. "We're demonstrating that profitable investment and social impact can coexist while repositioning Africa in global finance."
Contact:
Email: info@kessner.co.uk
Website: www.kessner.co.uk
Jasmine Demraoui
Journalist in governance and climate reform, based in Windhoek.