Empowering Africa'sEntrepreneurs

We invest in exceptional founders building innovative solutions for Africa's most pressing challenges.

What we do

Invest

Providing early-stage capital to innovative startups.

Empower

Supporting founders with network, and resources.

Integrate

Connecting businesses to markets across East Africa.

Drive Impact

Aligning investments with three core impact metrics—market growth, community development, and systemic change.

Geographic Focus

We primarily invest in businesses operating across Africa, with a particular focus on overlooked regions.

Country-Specific Highlights

We're starting by focusing on 5 East African countries with a special focus on Ethiopia. Our deep knowledge of the region positions us to lead, driving connections between countries, with a focus on linkages to and from Ethiopia, within East Africa and globally.

Ethiopia

Ethiopia

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Uganda

Uganda

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Rwanda

Rwanda

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Tanzania

Tanzania

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Kenya

Kenya

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Investment Strategy

We back exceptional founders building transformative companies across East Africa, and help them access the Ethiopian market. From day one, we're committed to supporting visionary entrepreneurs who dare to reshape industries.

Some Sectors We Back

  • FinTech & Financial Inclusion
  • AgriTech & Food Systems
  • HealthTech & Wellness
  • EdTech & Skills Development
  • CleanTech & Sustainability
  • Logistics & Supply Chain

What We Look For

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    Strong Market Fit

    Solutions addressing clear pain points felt across Africa

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    Exceptional Teams

    Diverse founding teams with deep market understanding and execution capability

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    Scalable Impact

    Business models that can scale across multiple markets while creating meaningful impact

Investment Stage

We typically invest between $100,000 to $250,000 in pre-seed and seed-stage startups with strong founding teams and clear market validation.

Impact Alignment

We invest in accordance to:

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Ready to Build With Us?

If you're building an innovative solution for East Africa, we'd love to hear from you.

Portfolio Highlights

We're proud to partner with innovative companies building the future of East Africa

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Kubik

Transforming plastic waste into low-carbon housing

CleanTech
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Okoa

Revolutionizing vehicle maintenance across Africa

Automotive

Beyond Capital

Our portfolio companies get access to comprehensive support designed for East African startups

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Strategic Partnerships

Access to our network of corporate partners across East Africa and beyond

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Market Entry Support

Guidance on navigating regulatory environments and local market dynamics

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Technical Expertise

Access to technical advisors and industry experts in your sector

FAQs

What types of companies do you invest in?
We invest in early-stage startups across East Africa, focusing on innovative companies with strong growth potential. Our investments span various sectors including technology, healthcare, fintech, and sustainable solutions.
What is your investment process?
Our investment process typically involves initial screening, due diligence, and team assessment. We work closely with founders throughout this process to ensure alignment and provide value beyond just capital.
What is your typical investment size?
Our investment tickets range from $100,000 to $250,000 for pre-seed to seed stage companies.
How do you support portfolio companies?
Beyond capital, we provide strategic partnerships, market entry support, and technical expertise. Our network includes corporate partners across East Africa and industry experts who can provide valuable guidance.
Which regions do you focus on?
We focus on East African markets, working with founders who understand local market dynamics and are building solutions for the region's unique challenges and opportunities.

Let's Build Together

Whether you're a founder building the next big thing, an investor looking to join our community, or a partner interested in collaboration, we'd love to hear from you.