The African presence is managed by Warren Pearce, a South African national who has worked at Strand Hanson since February 2000, and who has a strong track record in originating and executing African mandates.
- Up-to-date, relevant in country knowledge;
- Key relationships with local market participants;
- On the ground presence leading to identification of high growth opportunities;
- Flexible approach enabling co-investment alongside established players
Since the establishment of our African office in November 2008, we are proud to have advised on transactions in 28 African countries, and to have made direct investments in over a dozen African countries.
c.£1bn
Valuation of clients and investee companies with operations in Africa as at 30 April 2024
28
African countries in which Strand Hanson has either advised clients or directly invested
Strand Hanson has a unique presence in Africa, being the only one of its peer group to have a dedicated office on the continent. The African office was established in late 2008 in anticipation of the booming interest in Africa, in particular in commodities and agriculture.
Hands on experience
Consistently ranked number one Nominated and Financial Adviser for AIM companies operating in Africa by number*
*London Stock Exchange statistics