A private family investment office

Patient capital for Africa's enduring enterprises.

Gazos Africa invests the family’s own capital, with a long-term horizon, in businesses and assets that shape Africa’s economies, from energy and banking to the next generation of African companies.

Who we are

A family office, built for generations

We are a Lagos-based family investment office. We invest on behalf of the family’s shareholders only, not on behalf of outside investors, which allows us to think in decades, act with discretion and partner patiently with the businesses we back.

What guides us

Our principles

Long-term horizon

We invest family capital across generations. Without external investors or fund deadlines, we can be patient and stay with good businesses for the long term.

Capital preservation

Protecting the family's capital comes first. We favour resilient businesses and assets, understand the risks we take, and avoid what we do not understand.

Aligned partnership

We are supportive, constructive shareholders. We back strong management teams and partners who share our values and our time horizon.

Where we invest

Focus areas

We concentrate on sectors we understand and believe are central to Africa’s long-term growth.

Oil & Gas

Energy remains central to Africa's growth.

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Banking & Financial Services

Strong financial institutions underpin every other sector.

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Startups & Venture Capital

Africa's next generation of companies is being built today.

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Listed Equities

We hold a portfolio of shares on African stock exchanges, selected through fundamental research and held with patience.

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Private Equity & Other Assets

Beyond listed markets, we invest directly in established private businesses and in financial and intangible assets that strengthen the family's long-term position.

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How we work

Considered, by introduction

  1. IntroductionOpportunities reach us through our trusted network of advisers, partners and co-investors.
  2. Initial reviewWe assess fit with our focus areas, principles and existing portfolio.
  3. Due diligenceWe examine the business, its people, governance, financials and risks in depth, with independent advisers where needed.
  4. DecisionInvestments are approved through the family office's structured review and approval process.
  5. StewardshipWe remain engaged, supportive owners, monitoring performance and helping where we can add value.
Get in touch

Speak with the family office

For partnership matters, introductions from our network, or general enquiries, please contact us.