Prateek Suri
Prateek Suri is an Indian-born entrepreneur and investor, he is the founder of Maser Group, a consumer electronics company operating primarily in Africa and the Middle East. He is also the founder of MDR Investments, a venture capital firm focused on infrastructure, mining, and emerging technologies. As of 2025, Suri is considered one of the wealthiest Indian nationals residing in Africa, his net worth is estimated at $1.9 billion.
Early life and education
Suri was born in Delhi, India. He attended Modern School, Barakhamba Road, completing his secondary education in 2006. He later enrolled at the Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Dubai Campus, where he earned a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering in 2010.Career
During his undergraduate studies, Suri interned at Keihin Panalfa Limited in 2008. After graduation, he worked briefly as a sales and marketing associate at Kingsmen Middle East LLC. He also operated a small trading business in Delhi, focusing on consumer electronics.In 2012, Suri founded Maser Group, initially targeting the African market with affordable smart televisions and electronic devices. The company sold over 800,000 units across the continent. Under his leadership, Maser Group reached a valuation of over $5 billion and was acquired by SCG Asia in 2024. Following the acquisition of Maser Group, Suri launched MDR Investments, a venture capital firm. The firm has been involved in projects across Africa.
Suri is the founder of the Maser Foundation, which supports initiatives development in underserved African regions. The foundation has partnered with local governments and NGOs. In 2024, Suri published a memoir titled Gateway to Africa, which details his entrepreneurial experiences in the African business markets.