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TLG Capital

Europe, England, United Kingdom, London

Description

TLG Capital is a London-based, award-winning private equity firm established in 2008, primarily focused on investment opportunities across Africa and the Middle East. While the firm operates from a global financial hub, its strategic emphasis is on emerging and frontier markets, aiming to capitalize on high-growth potential within these regions. TLG Capital distinguishes itself by targeting market-leading businesses and employing a flexible investment approach that includes growth equity, buyouts, and structured debt or mezzanine financing.

The firm's investment strategy is sector-agnostic within its target geographies but shows a strong preference for high-growth sectors such as healthcare, education, financial services, and consumer goods. TLG Capital typically provides first cheques ranging from US$5 million to US$25 million, positioning itself to support established businesses seeking capital for expansion, market consolidation, or strategic acquisitions. This focus on later-stage, larger investments differentiates it from typical early-stage venture capital firms.

Since its inception, TLG Capital has demonstrated a significant commitment to its investment thesis, having deployed over US$300 million across more than 30 transactions in various countries within its target regions. The firm is also recognized for its dedication to impact investing, striving to generate not only robust financial returns but also measurable positive social and environmental impact through its portfolio companies. This dual mandate underscores its approach to sustainable development alongside commercial success in challenging yet promising markets.

Investor Profile

TLG Capital has backed more than 26 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 22 rounds, about 85% of its total and boasts 4 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Private Equity, Debt Financing, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in Nigeria, United Kingdom, United States.
  • Strong thematic focus on Financial Services, FinTech, Banking.
  • Typical check size: $5M – $25M.

Stage Focus

  • Private Equity (31%)
  • Debt Financing (27%)
  • Series Unknown (27%)
  • Seed (12%)
  • Post Ipo Debt (4%)

Country Focus

  • Nigeria (23%)
  • United Kingdom (15%)
  • United States (12%)
  • Uganda (12%)
  • Costa Rica (8%)
  • South Africa (8%)
  • Ghana (8%)
  • Ireland (4%)
  • Rwanda (4%)
  • Zimbabwe (4%)

Industry Focus

  • Financial Services
  • Fintech
  • Banking
  • Finance
  • Health Care
  • Software
  • Manufacturing
  • Payments
  • Professional Services
  • Personal Health
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does TLG Capital frequently co-invest with?

Speedinvest
Europe, Wien, Austria, Vienna
Co-Investments: 1
Flexport
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 2
Endeavor Catalyst
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 1
Daphni
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 1
212
Europe, Istanbul, Turkey, Istanbul
Co-Investments: 1
Blockchain Founders Fund
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 1
10K Ventures
Europe, Berlin, Germany, Berlin
Co-Investments: 1
Co-Investments: 1
DC
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Cambridge
Co-Investments: 1
Next Chymia Consulting
Asia, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong, Sheung Wan
Co-Investments: 1

Which angels does TLG Capital often collaborate with?

David Mussafer
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston
Shared Deals: 1
SS
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by TLG Capital?

Terra Aqua

Otta, Edo, Nigeria

Terra Aqua is an environmental consultancy firm.

Debt FinancingJun 11, 2024
Amount Raised: $10,000,000
Liberty & Justice

San Francisco, California, United States

Africa's first fair-trade certified apparel manufacturer, creating jobs in Liberia and Ghana.

ApparelFashionManufacturingRetail
Debt FinancingMay 31, 2024
Amount Raised: $5,000,000
FrontEdge

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

FrontEdge provides financial technology services for African exporters and importers

FinTechPaymentsProfessional Services
SeedNov 22, 2023
Amount Raised: $10,000,000
FrontEdge

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

FrontEdge provides financial technology services for African exporters and importers

FinTechPaymentsProfessional Services
Debt FinancingNov 22, 2023
Flow48

London, England, United Kingdom

Flow48 is a platform that allows companies to access capital by providing revenue-based finance services.

Commercial LendingFinanceFinancial Services
SeedNov 9, 2023
Amount Raised: $25,000,000
Zuvy Technologies

Conroe, Texas, United States

Zuvy Technologies provides immediate payouts for client's unpaid invoices.

BankingFinancial ServicesFinTechSoftware
SeedJul 3, 2023
Amount Raised: $580,000
Zuvy Technologies

Conroe, Texas, United States

Zuvy Technologies provides immediate payouts for client's unpaid invoices.

BankingFinancial ServicesFinTechSoftware
Debt FinancingJul 3, 2023
Amount Raised: $4,000,000
OnePipe

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

OnePipe builds and maintains APIs that enable banks to partner with modern digital services and fintech.

FinanceFinTech
Debt FinancingMar 16, 2023
Amount Raised: $4,887,069
Fenergo

Dublin, Dublin, Ireland

Fenergo is a saas-based solutions company that offers client lifecycle management and transaction monitoring for financial firms.

Enterprise SoftwareInformation TechnologyInsurTechSoftwareTransaction Processing
Private EquityApr 30, 2021
Amount Raised: $600,000,000
Snapper Hill Clinic

Liberia, Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Snapper Hill Clinic offers general healthcare services and consultations to people of all ages.

Health CarePersonal Health
Private EquityDec 14, 2018