François van Schalkwyk, former Executive Director: Investment at the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB), has been appointed President for Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) at investment platform Hunter&Co.
Hunter&Co said Van Schalkwyk will lead its expansion in the region with a focus on critical mineral supply chains.
“His deep expertise in, and ongoing commitment to, Africa underscores our firm’s dedication to the Continent, while also opening opportunities for clients and partners across Europe and the Middle East,” the company said.
“We welcome François to the team and are privileged to work alongside such an exceptional professional whose mission and values align closely with ours. Together, we aim not only to deliver outstanding outcomes for clients but also to drive meaningful economic and social development in countries and communities across Africa.”
Hunter&Co describes itself as an investment platform focused on activating green energy transition supply chains in Africa and Latin America, specialising in connecting Australian exploration and mining expertise, American capital and African projects through strategic advisory, project development and capital mobilisation services.
