Scaling African Creative
& Cultural
Industries

We are a Strategy Advisory firm dedicated to accelerating the growth of African Creative & Cultural Industries

Our Essence

In Hausa, “Kerawa” means creativity, which is the essence of our activity.

We are passionate about the creativity and innovation that stem from African cultures and we provide the strategic guidance and support to enable it to generate growth & impact for the continent

We Aim To

Improve Access
to Finance


by helping bridge the gaps in the sector

Support Creative &
Cultural Entrepreneurs


in building robust foundations for growth

Champion Creative & Cultural Industries


by highlighting its potential & challenges

Our Services

We draw on our experience as investors combined with our deep understanding of Creative & Cultural Industries to provide tailored strategic solutions to our partners’ needs

Institutional
Advisory

We partner with institutions to co-create strategies & solutions to unlock financing for entrepreneurs and orientate investors towards the best opportunities

Business Growth Support

Through workshops, coaching services and mentorship programs, we provide strategy, management and fundraising advice to help growth-oriented entrepreneurs reach their full potential.

Industry
Insights

We produce analysis to enhance the understanding of the specificities of Creative & Cultural Industries and help key stakeholders grasp opportunities in the sector.

Kerawa Partners
is led by..

Founder & Managing Director

YACINE SIMPORÉ

Yacine is an investment professional and a business advisor passionate about growing Creative & Cultural Businesses.

Let’s explore how, together, we can unleash the potential of African Creative & Cultural Industries!