1294 Verod is an African private equity and venture capital firm dedicated to investing in critical growth industries and creating a lasting positive impact. Verod is the very first 2X Certified PE fund worldwide, achieving a Best-in-Class certification, the highest tier possible, reflecting the company’s demonstrated commitment to achieving positive gender impact. Africa Global Fund’s Anna Lyudvig speaks with Nieros Oyegun Sørensen, Partner and Chief Operating Officer at Verod about unique opportunities in Africa, regional integration between Francophone and Anglophone Africa and the firm’s investments