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Africa Insight Advisors (AIA) is an investment banking advisory firm specializing in capital raising, debt advisory, mergers & acquisitions, and strategic advisory services. We help businesses navigate the complexities of East Africa’s financial and corporate landscape, providing tailored solutions to drive growth, optimize capital structures, and unlock value.

ABOUT US

Founded in 2015, Africa Insight Advisors (AIA) partners with multinational corporations, financial sponsors, business leaders and entrepreneurs to unlock opportunities in East Africa and beyond. From our offices in Dar es Salaam and Nairobi, we provide advisory services in mergers & acquisitions, capital raising, joint ventures, strategic partnerships, restructurings,  divestitures, and organic or greenfield expansion.
 
With a deep presence on the ground, we have first-hand insight into market dynamics, regulatory landscapes, and emerging opportunities. Our team combines local expertise with global best practices, ensuring we not only identify high-potential investments but also execute them with precision and commercial acumen. We apply international standards in deal execution, governance, and structuring, giving our clients the confidence to navigate complex transactions with clarity and efficiency.
Our judgement in bridging local market realities and investor needs sets us apart. We leverage strong relationships, sector knowledge, and financial expertise to craft solutions that drive sustainable value creation.
Sector Expertise

Our senior team brings extensive financial, operational, and advisory experience across a diverse range of industries, including:

Agriculture, Agri-Processing & Forestry
FMCG & Retail
Financial Services
Building Products & Construction Services
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Industrials & Manufacturing
Leisure, Hospitality & Travel
Infrastructure & Energy
Media, Technology & Digital Innovation

WHAT WE DO

Corporate Finance

We provide end-to-end corporate finance solutions to help businesses secure the right capital and structure their financial strategies effectively. Our expertise includes:

  • Capital Raising & Structuring – Sourcing equity and debt capital to support growth, expansion, or restructurings. We bring our judgement, based on our experience and network, to advise on the right capital structure and profile of incoming investor to best fit with our clients goals and growth ambitions.  
  • Debt Advisory – Identifying, structuring, and securing debt packages tailored to business needs. This includes risk management implementation, matching liabilities with assets.
  • Restructuring – Assisting businesses in financial and operational restructuring to enhance profitability and sustainability.

Mergers & Acquisitions

We support companies through complex transactions, from strategic investments to full-scale acquisitions and divestitures:

  • Strategic Investments – Identifying and facilitating investment opportunities that align with long-term business objectives.
  • Joint Ventures – Structuring partnerships to drive market entry, expansion, or synergies.
  • Acquisitions & Bolt-ons – Supporting companies in acquiring businesses that complement or expand their operations.
  • Carve-outs & Divestitures – Advising on the sale or spin-off of non-core assets to optimize portfolios.

Strategic Advisory

AIA provides strategic guidance to businesses looking to expand, transform, or optimize operations in East Africa.

  • Market Assessments – Insights into local dynamics, competition, market structure, and regulatory environment.
  • Expansion Strategies – Identifying new revenue streams / margin opportunities.
  • Organizational Turnarounds – Restructuring operations to improve efficiency and profitability.
  • Formalization – specifically around helping large family-run enterprises implementing structures for long term continuity.

WHY CHOOSE AIA?

Commercial Judgement

The core of our offering is commercial judgement, informed of our marriage of global and local experience and driven by a desire to effect lasting change.

We do not advise the not-for-profit sector.

Proven Track Record

Our reputation rests on the long-term success of our clients.  Over the last decade we have built a track record of bespoke solutions and execution success across diverse industries and markets.

OUR ETHOS

We think and advise as owners, because we are owners. This means we take on responsibility to assist our clients in their goals

Senior attention. Each proposition is unique and needs to receive appropriate senior attention to create and finetune the optimal solution

We deliver a team solution, blending a mosaic of competencies and experience to deliver the best results

We strive to operate to the highest ethical standards and are straight-forward and direct in our dealings with others

THE TEAM

Our reputation rests on the success of our clients, and we are committed to delivering the highest level of insight, creativity and expertise in execution. Every project is led by a senior team member, with additional senior support and the involvement of our Advisory Board where appropriate.

Our team brings a powerful combination of deep local understanding and international best practices, allowing us to navigate complex market dynamics with precision. We offer a mosaic of competencies across finance, operations, engineering, project management, and strategic advisory, ensuring we can tackle challenges from multiple perspectives and drive value for our clients.

Alexander Storm Howe

Managing Director

Victor Makula

Associate Director

Upendo Kaaya

Business Success Lead

Queenlatifa Kika

Senior Analyst

Roland Rutihinda

Senior Analyst
Lauren Swanya

Lauren Swanya

Senior Analyst
Virginia Mbira

Virginia Mbira

Senior Analyst
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Mussa Mwinga

Analyst
Lillian Nyagwa

Lillian Jane Nyagwa

Administrative Aide

ADVISORY BOARD

Coming Soon

OUR CLIENTS

INSIGHTS & NEWS

CAREERS

Africa Insight Advisors is always on the hunt for talented, driven professionals. If you think you can bring something unique to the business then please get in touch. Applicants will generally have a strong track record in finance and consultancy and fluency in English, Swahili and perhaps more!
 
If you would like to introduce yourself, please send your CV and a short cover letter to info@africainsightadvisors.com.
Africa Insight Advisors