Development Partners International

Development Partners International (DPI) is a private equity firm deploying global capital into high-growth sectors across Africa. It invests in established, cash flow positive companies within key continental industries. DPI integrates a robust Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) framework, seeking competitive returns alongside sustainable impact and long-term value creation.

Miles Morland and Runa Alam founded Development Partners International in 2007. Their vision was to build a leading pan-African investment platform, driven by the insight that Africa's expanding economies held significant untapped potential. They aimed to provide strategic capital and expertise to foster company development and growth in the region.

DPI partners with pioneering African companies, working alongside strong management teams. The firm’s vision is to deliver competitive returns for investors while upholding the highest ESG standards. It actively implements robust ESG measures, including gender considerations, aiming for positive change and fostering sustainable development.