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Read the full article: https://medium.com/@avca-africa/breaking-barriers-women-shaping-the-future-of-private-capital-in-africa-bc7f72fd3a44

Private Capital investment is on the rise in Africa, with investors from around the world recognising the continent\u2019s potential for growth and development. However, despite the many opportunities for investment, there remains a significant underrepresentation of women in the industry, with just a handful of female investors and executives at the top of the pyramid.

For International Women's Day 2023, we speak with an industry professional reshaping the future of private capital in Africa, breaking barriers, challenging the status quo, and paving the way for a more inclusive and diverse industry.

Meet Ann Wyman, Senior Partner, AfricInvest

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• Ann is an internationally recognized economic and geopolitical researcher and manager with two decades of experience in financial services and consulting
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• Ann has worked as an economist and head of Emerging Markets Research at both Citi and Nomura and contributes analysis to Oxford Analytica.
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• AfricInvest raised US$2bn across 21 funds and benefits from strong, long-term support from both local and international investors, including leading DFIs in the US and Europe.
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