Kessner Capital Launches Game-Changing African Private Credit Fund
Kessner Capital launches groundbreaking private credit fund to empower African SMEs and challenge traditional Western banking dominance. Led by African excellence, this initiative aims to bridge the $331 billion financing gap while maintaining continental sovereignty.
Kessner Capital co-founders Bruno-Maurice Monny and Benny Osei launch revolutionary African private credit fund
Kessner Capital Launches Game-Changing African Private Credit Fund
In a major power move for African finance, Kessner Capital Management (KCM) has officially launched its first private credit fund, already making waves since March 2024. This isn't just another investment vehicle – it's a bold statement that Africa is ready to take control of its financial destiny.
Breaking Free from Western Banking Constraints
Led by a dynamic pan-African team with serious international finance credentials, Kessner Capital is stepping up to challenge traditional Western banks that have historically underserved African SMEs. They're bringing the heat with direct lending to profitable companies in power sectors like agribusiness, renewable energy, infrastructure, tech, and financial services.
"We're not just another lending outfit – we're building partnerships for sustainable African growth," declare co-founders Bruno-Maurice Monny and Benny Osei. "This is about African solutions for African challenges, creating real impact while maintaining world-class standards."
The Numbers Don't Lie: Africa's Time is Now
Let's talk facts: The World Bank estimates African SMEs face a massive $331 billion annual financing gap. Meanwhile, our continent is projected to flex with a 5.7% growth rate in 2025. That's not just potential – that's power waiting to be unleashed.
Kessner is stepping up with flexible financing options in both dollars and local currencies, ranging from one month to three years. Their approach combines deep local knowledge with global expertise, covering West, East, and Southern Africa.
African Excellence at the Helm
The dream team leading this revolution includes:
- Bruno-Maurice Monny: Former J.P. Morgan and BNP Paribas heavyweight, bringing structured credit expertise back home
- Benny Osei: Ex-Leifbridge Capital and Bloomberg star, specializing in emerging markets
Beyond Traditional Investment: Building African Legacy
While backed by Swiss private holding NFG SA and international partners, Kessner Capital maintains its African independence and decision-making power. This isn't about following Western playbooks – it's about writing our own success story.
"Kessner Capital represents a new chapter in Africa's financial independence," the founders assert. "We're proving that profitable investment and social impact can coexist, especially when driven by African expertise for African growth."
Ready to be part of Africa's financial revolution?
Connect with Kessner Capital:
Email: info@kessner.co.uk
Website: www.kessner.co.uk
Tunde Okoro
Nigerian journalist with a Pan-African voice. Covers politics, sovereignty, and social justice across West Africa.