Protecting Capital,
Compounding Returns.

Bismin Capital is a licensed institutional investment firm operating across Tanzania and the UAE, delivering sustainable risk-adjusted returns through disciplined quantitative strategies.

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Who We Are

A Dual-Headquartered Investment Firm with Global Standards and Local Execution.

Bismin Capital is a fully licensed investment firm headquartered in Tanzania and the United Arab Emirates, providing investment management, fund management, and project finance services. The firm operates in strict compliance with international regulatory standards and global best practices.

With senior investment teams based in Dar es Salaam and Dubai, Bismin Capital offers institutional investors direct access to experienced decision-makers in both markets. This dual presence enables us to combine global investment discipline with deep regional expertise.

Our structure ensures a high level of operational transparency, governance, and execution capability, while providing investors with unique access to opportunities across East Africa and the Gulf region.

Bismin Capital is committed to delivering disciplined capital allocation, rigorous risk management, and long-term value creation for our investors and partners.

Institutional Governance

Strict compliance with international regulators, transparent reporting, and disciplined oversight across both jurisdictions.

Regional Access

Senior teams in Dar es Salaam and Dubai provide direct investor access to opportunities spanning East Africa and the Gulf.

Risk Management

Disciplined capital allocation anchored by rigorous risk controls to safeguard and compound investor capital.

Execution Capability

Integrated cross-border teams ensure swift execution and governance-aligned delivery on complex mandates.

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Strategic Partnership

Switzerland–Tanzania Chamber of Commerce

Building Bridges Across Markets

We are privileged to be registered and recognized as a member of the Switzerland–Tanzania Chamber of Commerce. This affiliation underscores our commitment to building cross-market bridges and fostering enduring partnerships that transcend borders.

Our engagement within international business communities enables us to collaborate with industry leaders, create opportunities for trade, investment, and innovation, and actively contribute to positioning the Middle East as a strategic hub connecting Europe and East Africa.

At the same time, our membership reflects our dedication to strengthening economic and cultural ties between Europe and Africa, facilitated through the Middle East. We are inspired by the potential of this partnership to promote sustainable growth, knowledge exchange, and meaningful collaboration across regions.

Collectively, these affiliations reflect our belief that true success is achieved through collaboration—by sharing expertise, strengthening relationships, and supporting the long-term prosperity of the regions we serve. We are committed to serving as a bridge between Europe, the Middle East, and East Africa.

The Investment Edge

Tanzania: A Strategic Frontier Market

Tanzania stands out as a largely untapped frontier market with compelling fundamentals and rare first-mover advantages. We bridge the gap between global capital and regional opportunity.

Stability & Potential

Long-term political stability coupled with a rapidly growing, youthful population creates a robust foundation for scalable investments.

Regional Gateway

Strategic position on the Indian Ocean serving as a natural logistics hub for a regional consumer base exceeding 500 million people.

High-Growth Sectors

Under-capitalized sectors like energy, logistics, and fintech offer outsized growth potential driven by structural tailwinds.

Asymmetric Returns

Targeting off-market opportunities where downside is structurally limited and upside is driven by long-term fundamentals.

Market Reach

500M+

Access to regional consumers across East and Southern Africa through strategic corridors.

Dual

Presence

Tanzania & UAE

15+

Years

Global Expertise

Core Focus Sectors
Infrastructure Energy Fintech Agribusiness
Institutional Standards

Operating with global governance & risk management discipline.

Investment Philosophy

Protect capital first, then compound returns.

Risk Control

Targeting asymmetric opportunities where downside risk is structurally limited and upside is driven by long-term fundamentals rather than market speculation.

Priority One

Deal Sourcing

Direct, proprietary deal origination through deep local networks and strategic partnerships, providing early positioning in underfollowed markets.

Competitive Edge

Alignment

GP co-investment alongside LP capital with performance-based structures. We ensure the firm succeeds only when our investors do.

Shared Success

Leadership Team

Expertise across global capital markets, multinational operations, and regional growth.

Dean Tavakoli

Dean Tavakoli

Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director

15+ years across global capital markets. Former senior roles at Balyasny Asset Management and Credit Suisse. Managed portfolios up to $1B AUM. Holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from OSU.

CEO / MD
Hamid Hosseini

Hamid Hosseini

Chief Operations Officer, UAE

20+ years driving growth for MNCs and Big Four firms. Led initiatives expanding IFZA’s market presence by 331% and multimillion-dollar government negotiations. Holds an Executive MBA from Bayes.

COO – UAE
Sady Goha

Sady Goha

Chief Operating Officer

Senior executive with extensive entrepreneurial experience across East Africa. Deep knowledge of the Tanzanian market. Oversees daily operations and implements business strategies.

COO
Francis Sylvester Shayo

Francis Sylvester Shayo

General Secretary

Accomplished lawyer and commercial strategist with a strong entrepreneurial background. Provides expert legal oversight and strategic guidance to ensure robust governance and commercial growth across the firm's portfolio.

Secretary
Xaveria Benigna Tharsis Hyera

Xaveria Hyera

Legal & Compliance

Experienced compliance and risk professional with over a decade of expertise in highly regulated environments. Specializes in AML, KYC, regulatory compliance, governance, and risk management, supported by a strong legal background as an Advocate of the High Court of Tanzania.

Compliance