Eihorere Wesigye
About Eihorere Wesigye
Eihorere Wesigye serves as an Associate at Investec Principal Investments, where they focus on private equity and special situation opportunities. With a strong academic background in accounting and an MBA, Wesigye has experience in investment roles across Africa and the UK.
Work at Investec
Eihorere Wesigye serves as an Associate in Principal Investments at Investec, a position held since 2019. In this role, Wesigye is involved in direct investments, co-investments, and supporting investment platforms. The focus of their work has evolved from infrastructure and private debt transactions in Sub Saharan Africa to a broader global emphasis on private equity and special situation opportunities.
Education and Expertise
Eihorere Wesigye holds a Bachelor of Accounting Science with distinction, achieved from the University of the Witwatersrand between 2008 and 2010. Wesigye furthered their education at the same institution, obtaining a Bachelor of Accounting Science (Managerial Accounting Honours) with distinction in 2011. Wesigye also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with distinction from INSEAD, completing the program from 2018 to 2019.
Background
Eihorere Wesigye has a professional background that includes working as a Trainee Chartered Accountant at Investec Bank Limited from 2012 to 2014 in Johannesburg. Following this role, Wesigye worked as an Investment Specialist at Ninety One from 2015 to 2018 in Cape Town. This diverse experience has contributed to their current expertise in investment management.
Achievements
Wesigye has demonstrated a commitment to academic excellence, achieving distinction in both undergraduate and postgraduate studies. The focus on Africa in their professional interests reflects a passion for the continent, influencing their career trajectory and investment strategies. Their role at Investec involves significant responsibilities in managing investments and contributing to the firm's strategic objectives.