Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Aruwa Capital Management, Adesuwa Okunbo Rhodes, has reaffirmed the firm’s commitment to backing high-growth African SMEs, saying sustainable economic growth on the continent depends on building a strong ecosystem that connects visionary entrepreneurs with long-term capital and strategic partnerships.
Speaking at the 4th Aruwa Capital Annual Investor Meeting in Lagos, Okunbo Rhodes described the gathering as more than an annual business event, noting that it celebrated the ecosystem Aruwa has built alongside its investors, portfolio companies, Investment Committee, Advisory Board, strategic partners and team.
She said SMEs remain central to Africa’s economic future, creating jobs, strengthening local value chains and driving innovation.
She added that investing in women-led businesses presents a significant opportunity to accelerate inclusive growth and employment across the continent.
She stressed that private capital goes beyond providing finance, saying it is about building enduring partnerships that enable entrepreneurs to scale sustainable businesses.
