Information deficit dampening the speed of investments by private equity funds in East Africa

Private equity funds which are finding their way into East Africa in greater numbers face the challenge of inadequate information in order to make substantial investments in the region.
The Managing Director of DOB Equity, Hedwig Siewertsen, says the operational expenses in the region are high, dimming its shine as an investment destination.
She was speaking during the launch of a Dutch private equity fund, DOB Equity in Kenya.