Alitheia Capital

Alitheia Capital is an impact investing and private equity firm in Lagos, Nigeria. It deploys capital into Sub-Saharan African small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) enhancing access to essential goods and services. The firm employs a rigorous private equity approach, providing risk capital for growth. It targets gender-balanced businesses to build operational strength.

Tokunboh Ishmael and Jumoke Akinwunmi co-founded Alitheia Capital in 2007. Their vision arose from recognizing substantial funding gaps in the African economy. Ishmael, an experienced private equity investor, partnered with Akinwunmi to blend financial strategies with social impact. Their goal was to foster development by empowering businesses contributing positively to communities.

The firm serves underserved SMEs across Sub-Saharan Africa, prioritizing gender-balanced leadership. Alitheia Capital's mission addresses critical funding deficits and promotes inclusive economic development continent-wide. By catalyzing enterprise growth, the firm aims for robust financial returns alongside significant social impact, envisioning a thriving African economy.