AMIC: Omar Bekkali Elected President to Foster a New Momentum in Private Equity in Morocco
The Moroccan Association of Capital Investors (AMIC) is turning a new page in its history with the election of Omar Bekkali as its president. Unanimously appointed by the Board of Directors following the General Assembly on June 29, 2026, he succeeds Hassan Laaziri, who has completed his term.
This appointment comes at a time when private equity is gaining traction in Morocco, establishing itself as a vital leverage for financing growth, innovation, and the expansion of businesses.
An Experienced Professional at the Helm of AMIC
Omar Bekkali, an Associate Director at AfricInvest, brings nearly 19 years of experience in investment and financing, including 16 years with this leading pan-African asset manager.
Throughout his career, he has been instrumental in raising and deploying several local and regional investment funds. AfricInvest currently manages over $2.3 billion in raised capital, cementing its position as a key player in private equity in Africa.
Already involved in AMIC’s governance, Omar Bekkali has served on the Board of Directors during the last two mandates and has participated in the association’s Bureau, particularly on strategic issues and organizational development.
A New Leadership Team
To lead this new mandate, Omar Bekkali will be supported by a renewed executive team.
Meriem Zairi, Managing Partner of EmergingTech Ventures, has been elected as Vice President, while Najate Berrada, General Director of Upline Investments, will take on the role of Treasurer.
The Board of Directors also includes Hassan Laaziri, General Director of CDG Invest Growth; Khaoula Ramdi, Managing Partner of Atlas Capital Private Equity; Nabil Hayat, Director at Attijari Capital Management; and Mohammed Nasset, General Director of Red Med Capital Private Equity.
Two observers are also joining the governing body: Tarik Haddi, Administrator and General Director of Azur Innovation Management, and Omar Laalej, General Director of Al Mada Ventures.
Moroccan Private Equity Continues Its Transformation
This new leadership comes at a pivotal moment for Morocco’s private equity industry. The sector continues to evolve, marked by increasingly significant fundraising efforts, a growing participation of domestic investors, and a diversification of financing strategies.
At the same time, private equity players face several challenges, notably improving investment exit conditions and enhancing their contribution to financing the real economy.
With this new presidency, AMIC aims to continue its initiatives to develop the capital investment ecosystem, support Moroccan enterprises, and strengthen the Kingdom’s attractiveness to investors.
