MASTERCLASS SERIES : Designed for Future Investment Leaders, Powered by CAMPEA
The CAMPEA Masterclass Series is a flagship capacity-building initiative created to equip fund managers, institutional investors, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and ecosystem partners with the technical knowledge, practical skills, and regional insights required to succeed in Central Africa’s private equity and venture capital markets.
Recognizing that Central Africa remains one of the least understood but most promising regions on the continent, CAMPEA designed the Masterclass to fill critical gaps in expertise, networking, and applied knowledge. The programme provides participants with a unique blend of theory, practice, and peer exchange, delivered by leading industry practitioners, development finance institutions (DFIs), legal and regulatory experts, and experienced fund managers.
Practical Learning for Real-World Capital Challenges
The CAMPEA Masterclass series covers a comprehensive range of themes, including but not limited to:
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Fundraising strategies and investor relations: how to engage Limited Partners (LPs), structure pitches, and manage expectations of international and regional investors.
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Deal structuring and transaction execution: insights into valuation methods, term sheet negotiations, and risk mitigation in challenging markets.
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ESG and impact investing: integrating environmental, social, and governance considerations as part of value creation and sustainable growth.
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Exit strategies and liquidity pathways: from strategic acquisitions and trade sales to IPOs and secondary exits, tailored to the realities of African markets.
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Sector-specific investment opportunities: in areas such as digital economy, infrastructure, agriculture, financial inclusion, and climate finance.
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Policy and regulatory frameworks: understanding local and regional environments, including opportunities from AfCFTA and CEMAC integration.
Beyond knowledge transfer, the Masterclass is a networking and ecosystem-building platform. Each session fosters collaboration between fund managers, investors, and policymakers, strengthening linkages that are essential for scaling capital flows into Central Africa. Participants gain access not only to technical skills but also to insider perspectives on market trends, cross-border opportunities, and case studies from successful transactions across the continent.
For entrepreneurs and SMEs, the Masterclass provides a clearer view of how private equity and venture capital operate, helping them prepare for capital raising and align their growth strategies with investor expectations. For investors, it offers an opportunity to better understand the Central African landscape, identify credible partners, and explore untapped opportunities.
Ultimately, the CAMPEA Masterclass Series is about more than training — it is about building the foundational knowledge and trusted networks required to transform Central Africa into a competitive, dynamic, and attractive hub for private capital.
Where Corporate Strategy Meets Capital MarketsFrom boardroom strategy to investor execution—Master fundraising with CAMPEA.
The CAMPEA Masterclass Series redefines and puts into aligned pragmatic perspective how corporates structure, negotiate, and secure growth capital.” provides portfolio professionals, corporate leaders, CFOs, and finance teams with the strategic insights and practical tools needed to navigate private equity, venture capital, and broader capital markets in Central Africa. Participants gain a deep understanding of fund-level or operating company oriented fundraising strategies, deal structuring, governance, and investor engagement, while connecting directly with fund managers, DFIs, and institutional investors. By bridging corporate strategy with market realities, the Masterclass empowers executives to transform opportunities into sustainable growth and position their organizations as investor-ready, resilient, and competitive in Africa’s dynamic investment landscape.
As professional fund managers, we recognize that successful capital deployment depends not only on the availability of funds but on the readiness and sophistication of investee companies. The CAMPEA Masterclass series addresses this critical gap by equipping corporates, SMEs, and executives with the governance frameworks, transaction structuring capabilities, and investor engagement skills required to attract and sustain private capital. By raising the standard of corporate financial practice in Central Africa, the Masterclass ensures that fund managers can identify more investable opportunities, reduce transaction friction, and align portfolio companies with international best practices—ultimately strengthening deal flow and driving returns
Scope at a Glance
Fund Managers (GPs)
– Learn best practices in fundraising and LP engagement.
– Gain practical tools for deal structuring, valuation, and term sheet negotiation.
– Access market intelligence on Central Africa’s transaction trends.
– Build relationships with DFIs and institutional investors.
– Enhance ESG and impact integration frameworks.
– Exposure to exit strategies tailored to frontier markets.
Investors / Limited Partners (LPs)
– Understand the Central African investment landscape and opportunities.
– Gain visibility into credible fund managers and investment pipelines.
– Learn regional risk-mitigation approaches and regulatory frameworks.
– Connect directly with GPs and co-investment partners.
– Access curated research and CAMPEA’s Transaction Desk outputs.
– Insights into thematic sectors (climate, digital, infrastructure).
Corporates/Entrepreneurs / SMEs
– Access data-driven insights on capital flows in Central Africa.
– Engage directly with market participants to align policy and practice.
– Benchmark regulatory frameworks with international best practices.
– Learn investor pain points and enablers in regional markets.
– Position DFIs as catalytic partners for blended finance and risk-sharing.
– Strengthen regional collaboration under AfCFTA and CEMAC.
Why CAMPEA Masterclass Matters
Emerging Regional GP and New Entrants
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Master advanced fundraising strategies, including blended finance, DFI engagement, and LP diversification.
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Improve knowledge on structuring vehicles for regional and cross-border investments.
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Gain exposure to case studies of successful exits across Africa, from IPOs to trade sales.
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Acquire practical tools for portfolio management, performance monitoring, and governance alignment.
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Strengthen ESG reporting frameworks and learn how to align with global sustainable finance standards.
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Build networks with institutional investors, DFIs, and sovereign wealth funds seeking Central Africa exposure.
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Increase credibility through association with CAMPEA’s research and advocacy work.
Umbrella Networking Touchpoint for Thought Leadership for Global Allocators
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Access operators with in-depth Central Africa investment intelligence to support allocation decisions.
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Engage directly with emerging and established fund managers, and get empirical data from local institutions and ecosystem partners.
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Understand how to mitigate risks using political risk insurance, blended finance, and local partnerships.
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Gain exposure to impact and climate investment pipelines in high-growth sectors.
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Build syndication opportunities with other LPs and DFIs.
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Benchmark fund performance against continental and global trends.
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Contribute to shaping a more transparent, credible investment ecosystem.
Master State of the Art in Raising Capital in Global Markets
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Learn how to build investor-ready business models with strong governance and financial controls.
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Understand how valuation, due diligence, and negotiations work in practice.
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Gain insight into what investors look for in terms of scalability, management teams, and compliance.
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Access regional perspectives on cross-border growth strategies under AfCFTA.
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Explore different types of capital (equity, debt, mezzanine, convertible instruments).
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Learn how to prepare for exits and succession planning.
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Build long-term relationships with investors and mentors through CAMPEA’s network.
Strengthen Policy Private Investment Mechanisms
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Gain access to aggregated transaction data from CAMPEA’s Transaction Research Desk.
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Understand investor perspectives to design enabling legal and tax frameworks.
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Learn from peer regulators and policymakers across the continent.
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Explore opportunities to implement incentive mechanisms that attract private capital.
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Strengthen alignment between public development goals and private sector investment flows.
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Position DFIs as catalysts for blended and concessional finance, reducing risk for private investors.
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Support the creation of harmonized regional markets that encourage cross-border deal flow.
Why CAMPEA Masterclass Matters
Reinforcing Investor-Ready Financial Managers in Central Africa
Strengthens capacity to attract global and regional capital, improves fund performance,
Raises credibility in an under-served region,
Supports evidence-based fund-level capital management, improves the enabling environment for private markets, and attracts more sustainable investments.
Empowering Operators to Transform Capital into Sustainable Growth.
Receive Guidance from Top Tier financial institutions. Provides confidence and informed decision-making to allocate capital in Central Africa while diversifying portfolios and securing impact returns.
Unlock growth with investor-ready skills.
Builds visibility, credibility, and a trusted network across the entire investment value chain.
Central Africa’s Corporate Leaders Meet Global Private Capital
Designed for finance executives and corporate strategists: a rigorous masterclass programmes and platform serving to master capital markets interface, strengthen balance sheet optimization, and position enterprises for private equity and development finance partnerships.
Where Corporates Learn to Lead in Strategic Fundraising
Master the Art of Raising Capital in Africa’s Markets: through applied case studies and direct dialogue with institutional investors, CAMPEA Masterclass empowers corporates to refine fundraising frameworks, enhance transaction readiness, and deploy strategies that align long-term growth with investor mandates
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- USD 250 per session
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Designed for entrepreneurs, investment analysts, and professionals seeking targeted knowledge in Alternative Assets and Investment Management from a regional lens
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Access to one live Masterclass session
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Certificate of participation
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Networking opportunity with peers and experts
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Post-session presentation slides
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Full participation for registered investment fundr/GP representatives and GPs
- Provides GPs with tailored insights into Central Africa’s private markets, access to post-session reports, and priority networking with speakers.
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Exclusive market insights on Central Africa private markets
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Access to session recordings and CAMPEA summary reports
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Priority engagement with Masterclass speakers
- Suitable for law firms, technology providers, audit firms, and advisory and consultancies
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Networking with curated investors, DFIs, and fund managers
- Packages Pass for unlimited access to all Masterclasses for one year, with added benefits including co-branding opportunities, exclusive networking sessions, and access to CAMPEA’s research repository.
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Option for brand visibility in the session (logo placement)
- USD 600 per session
- Enables small businesses to upskill their leadership team, access tools for fundraising and governance, investor readiness
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Group access for up to 2 team members
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Practical fundraising and investor-readiness tools
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Governance and compliance insights tailored to SMEs
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Q&A engagement with fund managers
Executive-level learning + strategic investor access, for corporates and CFOs managing fundraising pipelines.
Tailored insights on capital raising strategies
Global financial markets stakeholder engagement and capital raising raising readiness
Pathways for financing, strategy, and investor relations teams
Participation in CFO-focused breakout discussions
Direct access to a network of investment representatives
Post-session toolkit for board-level fundraising strategies
Customized take-home playbook for corporate fundraising
Annual subscription (organization-wide)
Unlimited access for the finance and leadership teams to all CAMPEA Masterclasses for 12 months
Exclusive access to closed-door CFO roundtables and corporate capital markets dialogues
Inclusion in corporate investment case studies for visibility with fund managers
Access to CAMPEA’s private data and research desk for transaction benchmarking
Recognition as a Strategic Knowledge Partner in CAMPEA industry reports and events