Africa’s private capital market kicked off 2026 with impressive momentum on the value front, even as the number of deals moderated. This shift points to a more selective and disciplined approach by investors across the continent.
According to Stears’ latest Private Capital Activity Report, disclosed deal value in Q1 2026 reached a robust $16.1 billion — a strong start for the year. However, the total number of transactions dipped to 172, down from 188 in the previous quarter and 201 in the same period a year earlier.
The quarter was dominated by large Nigerian transactions, headlined by two blockbuster deals: the $6.2 billion MTN–IHS transaction and the $4 billion in financing for Dangote Refinery. Together, these deals accounted for about two-thirds of the total disclosed deal value.
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