SIFEM has committed USD 15 million to the first close of BluePeak Private Capital Fund II (BPCF II), a USD 250 million private credit fund focused on mid-market businesses across Africa. This investment underscores SIFEM’s strategic focus on deepening local capital markets, promoting private sector resilience, and scaling impactful businesses in underserved markets.

Managed by BluePeak Private Capital, BPCF II targets key sectors such as manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and financial services, industries central to job creation and the development of local value chains. The fund’s strong alignment with gender-lens investing (as a 2X Challenge-qualified vehicle) and climate resilience further reflects SIFEM’s commitment to the twin goals of sustainable economic growth and inclusive development.

The first close saw participation from several European DFIs, including BII, FMO, and Swedfund. SIFEM’s role alongside these institutions reflects Switzerland’s contribution to multilateral efforts supporting long-term capital solutions in Africa.

Learn more about BluePeak Private Capital Fund II in our Portfolio Explorer.