Dr. Aisha Okonkwo
Senior Investment Director, Horizon Private Equity
Dr. Aisha Okonkwo is a seasoned investment executive with over 15 years of experience in private equity, venture funding, and strategic capital advisory across Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. As Managing Partner at WestBridge Capital, she leads multi-million dollar investment portfolios focused on scaling high-impact businesses in energy, fintech, and agritech.
She is known for her deep understanding of how private capital can drive sustainable growth in emerging economies, and her unique ability to blend financial rigor with impact-driven investing has earned her seats on the boards of several fast-scaling startups.
Aisha holds a PhD in Finance from the London School of Economics and is a frequent speaker at international investment summits. Her insights have been featured in Forbes Africa, Harvard Business Review, and Financial Times.
The evolving landscape of private capital in Africa
Key investor trends and what they mean for startups and SMEs
How founders can position themselves to attract long-term capital