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African Equity Empowerment Investments Limited, previously known as Sekunjalo Investments Limited, operates as a private equity firm. Its core strategy involves engaging in corporate acquisitions, private investments in public equity (PIPEs), and management buyouts. The firm dedicates capital to a diverse range of industries, including: the food sector, fishing, and brand management; marine operations; biotherapeutics; healthcare, beauty, and pharmaceuticals; information technology, telecommunications, and mobile communication solutions; solar energy; financial services; aquaculture; biotechnology; enterprise development; and the broader tourism and leisure industry, covering event management, entertainment, and travel. Geographically, its investment footprint is substantial, encompassing South Africa, numerous countries across Asia, the Middle East (including Dubai and Saudi Arabia), several European nations (Spain, the UK, France, Belgium), North America (USA, Canada), and a wide array of African markets such as Ghana, Uganda, Zambia, Cameroon, Tanzania, Nigeria, Namibia, Kenya, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Ethiopia, Lesotho, Eswatini, Malawi, Mauritius, and Côte d'Ivoire. The company demonstrates flexibility in its investment approach, open to securing both non-controlling minority stakes and majority ownership. Funding for these investments originates from its corporate balance sheet as well as personal capital. This firm was established in May 1996 and operates from its base in Cape Town, South Africa.