Horus Food and Agribusiness Fund

Horus Food and Agribusiness Fund is a private equity fund dedicated to enhancing the competitive position of Egyptian companies in the agribusiness sector, including livestock transportation. Managed by EFG-Hermes, the fund focuses on companies located in or with substantial operations in Egypt. The fund's objective is to improve the competitive position of Egyptian companies active in the agribusiness sector and further develop private equity as an instrument to finance company growth.

The fund has a size of USD 46 million and is classified under equity funds in the Southern Neighbourhood region, specifically targeting the agriculture sector. It was established in 2006, with the European Investment Bank (EIB) committing USD 5 million to the fund.

Horus Food and Agribusiness Fund has invested in various companies within Egypt's agribusiness sector, aiming to support and develop the industry by providing growth capital and strategic guidance to its portfolio companies.