Proparco

Proparco is a French government organization established in 1977, dedicated to promoting private sector funding in sustainable development. Based in Paris, the firm focuses on financing and supporting companies and financial institutions across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East. Proparco's investment strategy emphasizes key development sectors such as renewable energy, infrastructure, agriculture, health, education, and financial services. The organization aims to strengthen the contributions of private actors towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) established by the international community. Proparco finances projects that create jobs, provide essential goods and services, and combat climate change, offering a range of financial instruments including loans, equity, and guarantees. Its interventions are designed to enhance the resilience of communities and promote sustainable economic growth in emerging markets.

Grégory Clemente

CEO

Sadio Dicko

Deputy Regional Director

Djalal Khimdjee

Deputy CEO and Board Member

Natascha Korvinus

Principal, Finance

Gregor Quiniou

Principal

Past deals in COMESA

Moringa School

Seed Round in 2022
Operator of a coding institution intended to develop technical skills among students. The company specializes in software engineering, data science, professional development and other courses through intensive rapid skills training programs, enabling the pupils and graduates to get full-time and part-time education options to learn and compete in the global digital economy.

GoMyCode

Series A in 2022
GoMyCode is changing the education market by training talents in a dynamic belnded environement on digital skills and connects them with tech opportunities around the world. Based on 4 Main Aspects: - Data based Assessment - Data based matching - Business Analytics - Learning Platform - Content Editor GoMyCode provides digital Skills Training for the Future of Work. In 4 Different fields: - DATA - DEVELOPMENT - DESIGN - DIGITAL MARKETING

Serengeti Energy

Venture Round in 2022
Serengeti Energy abides by the requirement that all of its operations have a beneficial impact on markets throughout the community. As such, it invests in and co-develops small and medium-sized renewable energy projects. They concentrate on the design, building, and operation of new and renovated independent power plants. Additionally, they offer installation and maintenance services for semiconductors used in renewable energy.

Goodlife Pharmacy

Debt Financing in 2022
GoodLife Pharmacy is a retail pharmacy chain headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, serving over 600,000 customers across 19 locations in East Africa. The company specializes in providing a wide range of health and personal care products, including pharmaceuticals and wellness items. In addition to its retail offerings, GoodLife Pharmacy also delivers essential health services such as blood pressure and blood glucose monitoring, body mass index assessments, malaria testing, family nutrition guidance, doctor consultations, and laboratory services. This comprehensive approach enables patients to access affordable and convenient healthcare solutions.

WIOCC

Debt Financing in 2021
WIOCC specializes in high-capacity connectivity solutions, linking Africa with global financial and commercial centers. Recognized as a key player in the wholesale market, it caters to carriers, mobile operators, and internet service providers by offering customized bandwidth packages tailored to meet diverse customer needs. With a comprehensive range of services, including global connectivity, carrier IP transit, and colocation, WIOCC ensures built-in redundancy in its network, safeguarding traffic and enhancing reliability. Operating across more than 30 African countries, the company positions itself as a pivotal provider of managed connectivity services for cloud operators and content providers, effectively supporting the growing demand for fixed and mobile broadband in Africa's evolving markets.

d.light

Private Equity Round in 2021
d.light is a company that designs, manufactures, and distributes solar lighting and power products, primarily aimed at households and small businesses lacking reliable electricity. Founded in 2007 as a for-profit social enterprise, d.light has developed a range of products, including solar lanterns, home systems, and various appliances, to serve over 2 billion people globally. With distribution hubs in East and West Africa, India, Southeast Asia, and the United States, the company has reached over 65 million individuals, providing affordable and accessible solar solutions. d.light is committed to transforming energy usage and payment methods, enhancing the quality of life for users in rural and semi-urban areas through its innovative solar-powered products. The company operates from its headquarters in Palo Alto, California, with additional offices in key locations such as Shenzhen, China; Gurgaon, India; Nairobi, Kenya; Kampala, Uganda; and Lagos, Nigeria.

Nuru

Venture Round in 2021
Nuru, SARL generates and manages renewable electric energy. The company offers solar micro grid energy to the Congolese households, businesses, and organizations. Additionally, the company installs solar PV and storage micro grid across country. Nuru, SARL was formerly known as Kivu Green Energy and changed its name to Nuru, SARL in September, 2019. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Goma, Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Daystar Power

Series B in 2021
Daystar Power specialises in providing solar power and energy efficiency solutions for businesses in the commercial, industrial, and agricultural sectors that result in significant reduction of power costs, diesel consumption and pollution.

Solarise Africa

Series B in 2020
Solarise Africa is a pan-African energy leasing company based in Nairobi, Kenya, specializing in financial leasing services for solar photovoltaic (PV) and other renewable energy assets. The company primarily targets Commercial and Industrial (C&I) clients, offering scalable financing solutions designed to facilitate the deployment of clean energy systems. Solarise Africa focuses on projects that include captive rooftop and ground-mounted solar installations ranging from 100 kW to 3 MW. By collaborating closely with a select network of partners, the company promotes clean energy adoption, aiming to reduce clients' carbon footprints and operational costs. Currently active in Kenya, Solarise Africa plans to expand its operations into South Africa and other regions across East, Southern, and West Africa.

Enda Tamweel

Corporate Round in 2018
Enda Tamweel is a microfinance company created in 2015 by the NGO Enda Inter-Arab. Enda Tamweel specializes in offering financial products and services; It will continue to collaborate with Enda Inter-Arab to offer its clients non-financial support services.

NMB Bank

Debt Financing in 2014
NMB Bank Limited is a prominent financial institution in Zimbabwe, offering a wide range of banking products and services to both corporate and individual clients. The bank operates through several segments, including Retail Banking, Corporate Banking, Treasury, International Banking, and Digital Banking. Its offerings encompass current and savings accounts, debit and credit cards, loans, overdrafts, and various payment services, such as bridging finance and letters of credit. Additionally, NMB Bank provides advisory services related to capital raising, corporate restructuring, and investment. The bank also delivers treasury services, which include market analysis, fixed deposits, and foreign exchange operations. With branches in major cities such as Harare, Bulawayo, and Mutare, NMB Bank has been serving the Zimbabwean market since its incorporation in 1992 and is headquartered in Harare. It operates as a subsidiary of NMBZ Holdings Limited.

Esprit

Venture Round in 2012
Esprit provides education services in computer engineering, telecommunications engineering, civil engineering, electromechanical engineering, and management science. The company was founded in 2003 and is based in Douar Ghezala, Tunisia. As of November 25, 2020, Esprit operates as a subsidiary of Honoris Holding Limited.

Global Credit Ratings

Venture Round in 2009
Global Credit Ratings is a provider of credit ratings. The company serves 400 customers across 20 countries and is the only rating agency to have a strong presence in multiple geographies across the continent.
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