Aureos Capital

Aureos Capital was a prominent private equity firm specializing in providing venture and expansion capital to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across emerging markets. Established in 2001 as a joint venture between CDC Group and Norfund, the firm operated through an extensive network of regional offices in Asia, Africa, and Latin America. While a generalist investor, Aureos gained significant recognition in the healthcare sector by managing specialized vehicles such as the Africa Health Fund, which targeted investments in hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic centers. In 2012, the company was acquired by the Abraaj Group, integrating its operations into a larger global emerging markets platform. The firm's legacy includes pioneering institutional investment in the healthcare infrastructure of developing nations and supporting the growth of local medical service providers.