Welcome to a new episode of Couchonomics with Arjun!

Join Arjun as he explores Africa's dynamic startup scene and fintech landscape with Elias Yazbeck, Managing Director at Helios Investment Partners.
Discover key insights into Africa's market dynamics, challenges, and future trends in fintech. Elias also shares Helios Investment Partners' strategies and potential seismic shifts in private equity.
Topics covered include real-time payments, digital banking for SMEs, regulatory roles, entrepreneurship challenges, and Helios Investment's unique philosophy.

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Timestamps:
 00:00 - Episode Highlight
 01:12 - Introduction
 02:10 - Overview of Helios Investment Partners
 06:10 - Africa's Diverse Startup Scene
 09:02 - Investing in Major African Markets and Market Dynamics
 11:48 - Key Sectors of Interest
18:18 - Africa-Specific Trends
 21:00 - The Role of Central Banks
 24:46 - Prevailing Trends in Private Equity
 31:41 - Shifts in the Private Equity Scene
 34:58 - The Next Phase of Africa's Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
 37:44 - Operational Challenges in Africa
 42:08 - Investment Focus and Social Impact
 46:51 - The Next Steps for Helios
 49:51 - Closing Words

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