Atradius to acquire 25% equity stake in CGIC to cement strategic partnership
In March 2016, the Financial Services Board approved Mutual & Federal’s transaction to acquire 100% of the issued shares in Credit Guarantee Insurance Corporation of Africa Ltd (CGIC). This confirmed CGIC as a core asset within Mutual & Federal’s portfolio of insurance businesses. Mutual & Federal has now accepted an offer from Atradius N.V. , a leading global trade credit insurance, surety and collections services company, for a 25% strategic equity stake in CGIC. Atradius operates in 160 offices in 50 countries, generates Euro 1.7 billion in revenue and enjoys a credit rating of A from AM Best credit rating agency.