To mark #IWD2025, I joined Andrew McDowell, DG at European Investment Bank Global, to discuss why investing in women is smart economics. Alitheia Capital co-founded Alitheia IDF (AIF), Africa's first and largest gender-lens fund, to invest in women and drive economic growth. Watch the video 👇

Our Co-Founder & Managing Partner joined CNBC Africa on Closing Bell West Africa to discuss the successful exit of @Baobab Nigeria by Alitheia Capital & @Goodwell Investments after 12 years of impact-driven growth. Watch now: cnbcafrica.com/media/63705226…

In my latest blog, I explore how fear and the confidence gap shape women-led businesses and how to shift women's mindsets Featuring insights from Babatunde Fashola & Joe Tsai. And how Alitheia Capital empowers entrepreneurs to overcome fear & build confidence linkedin.com/pulse/female-e…

"To claim that the future belongs to Africa is a reality backed by every socioeconomic indicator. But to turn this potential into progress, Africa must strategically position itself to seize the moment." brookings.edu/articles/afric…

.'Tokunboh Ishmael of Alitheia Capital isn’t dispirited by the rocky forecasts for private equity fundraising. She’s looking at creative investment strategies like self-liquidating or redeemable instruments, or selling equity stakes back to founders.

Raising Africa’s first gender-lens PE fund took 5+ years and demanded resilience and intentionality. But where intentionality and impact capital flows, change follows. Read more in my recent profile by ImpactAlpha for their agent of impact segment. 🔗 impactalpha.com/tokunboh-ishma…

I was recently a guest on Money Talks with CFA Society Nigeria on Inspiration FM 92.3, where I discussed how everyday people — not just the wealthy — can access and invest in high-growth opportunities in today's market. The full conversation is now live here: youtu.be/7RlBFU-Movg

As we head into AVCA's conference in Lagos this week, I reflect on Nigeria’s capital market and its potential. In my latest article, I share how the 3Ds — Demystify, Digitise, Diversify — can unlock access, deepen participation, and drive growth linkedin.com/pulse/unlock-n…

🔴Live from #AVCA2025: A POWERFUL interview with impact investor, trailblazer, and long standing partner of AVCA, 'Tokunboh Ishmael, Co-Founder & MD, Alitheia Capital. youtube.com/watch?v=Es52uj…

At #AVCA2025, Alitheia Capital and our partners brought together leading ecosystem players, innovators, and policymakers — including Nigeria’s Honourable Minister of FMITI Nigeria, Dr Dr Jumoke Oduwole — for a powerful side event under the theme "Unlocking Inclusive Capital."

Calling all women impact entrepreneurs! Applications for the Cartier Women's Initiative 2026 cohort are now open. Fellows receive up to $100k in funding and other support. Apply by June 24. Regional award: cartierwomensinitiative.com/regional-awards Science & Tech Awards: cartierwomensinitiative.com/science-techno…

Honoured to be appointed Chair of the Board at Prudential Zenith Life as we enter a new chapter of inclusion and impact. Excited to work with the newly appointed MD/CEO, Funmi Omo, and the team to deepen access to financial protection across Nigeria. thecable.ng/prudential-zen…

Oradian hosted a powerful fintech roundtable in Lagos, spotlighting bold ideas on risk, revenue, and inclusion. At Alitheia Capital, we’re proud to back their mission to drive access and innovation in Africa’s financial ecosystem. #Fintech #Impact

Nigeria’s capital market holds vast, untapped potential. However, unlocking that potential requires a bold and deliberate shift guided by what, in an article I recently wrote, I call the 3 Ds: Demystify, Digitise, and Diversify Read here: linkedin.com/pulse/unlock-n…