International Finance Corporation
International Finance Corporation (IFC), established in 1956, is a member of the World Bank Group dedicated to fostering private sector development in emerging markets. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., with global offices, IFC provides financial and advisory services to support economic activities across various sectors such as infrastructure, agriculture, manufacturing, and financial services. It invests in both direct equity and debt, as well as fund investments, with a focus on projects that promote sustainable development and inclusive growth. IFC's investment range typically spans from $1 million to $100 million, with a minority equity stake, often up to 20%. It also offers debt financing, with loan sizes up to 25% of total project costs or 50% for expansion projects. IFC's portfolio includes a mix of asset-backed securities, corporate debt securities, government obligations, equity investments, and derivative assets. It aims to exit investments through domestic stock markets, arrangements with project sponsors, or public listings within 7 to 15 years.
Britam Holdings
Post in 2017
Britam Holdings Plc is a diversified financial services group based in Nairobi, Kenya, with operations extending across Eastern and Southern Africa, including countries like Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, South Sudan, Malawi, and Mozambique. The company is structured into five main segments: Long Term Insurance, Short Term Insurance, Asset Management, Property, and Corporate and Other. Britam provides a comprehensive array of financial products, including life, health, and general insurance, as well as pension plans, unit-linked products, and investment planning services. It also engages in property development, offering services related to the purchase, sale, and rental of real estate. Additionally, Britam manages discretionary and segregated investment portfolios and unit trust funds, serving both individual and corporate clients through various distribution channels. Founded in 1920, Britam remains a key player in the financial landscape of the region.
Mobisol GmbH is a Berlin-based company that specializes in the development and installation of solar home systems, aimed at providing clean and affordable electricity to low-income customers without access to conventional power sources. Founded in 2010, Mobisol offers modular solar energy solutions that power LED lights, radios, mobile phones, and various household appliances, along with productive use devices. The company combines solar technology with an innovative repayment scheme facilitated through mobile banking, making it accessible for its target market. With additional offices in Tanzania, Rwanda, and Kenya, Mobisol focuses on delivering a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels, enhancing energy access and promoting environmental sustainability in developing nations. As of October 31, 2019, Mobisol operates as a subsidiary of ENGIE SA.
Zola Electric
Debt Financing in 2015
ZOLA Electric is a provider of off-grid solar solutions tailored for African markets, specifically operating in Tanzania, Rwanda, Ghana, and Côte d'Ivoire. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Arusha, Tanzania, with an additional office in San Francisco, the company offers solar home kits to individual households through a leasing or sales model. Utilizing the latest solar, battery, and power electronics technology, ZOLA Electric's systems are designed to meet varying energy needs and income levels, allowing customers to make payments via PAYGo micro-financing and mobile money. The company's innovative approach has enabled it to power over 180,000 homes and businesses in rural and urban areas. ZOLA Electric, previously known as Off-Grid Electric Tanzania Limited until its name change in 2018, has received multiple awards, including the UN Momentum for Change Award and the Zayed Future Energy Prize, and has garnered investment from prominent firms such as Tesla and Total.
Helios Towers Africa
Private Equity Round in 2014
Helios Towers Africa has operations in Ghana, Tanzania, the Democratic Republic of Congo and a sister company in Nigeria. The number of mobile subscribers in Africa has increased from just 16 million people in 2000 to over 500 million today. Based on these growth levels and without an increase in the sharing of telecoms tower facilities, the number of towers in Africa will need to double from the current number of 75,000, a significant environmental impact.
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