Renew Capital

Renew Capital is an investment firm focused on Africa, bridging critical gaps for growing African businesses by connecting them with global impact investors.

Adam Abate

Principal

Matthew Davis

Co-CEO and Chief Investment Officer

Esther Mwikali

Senior Investment Manager

Diana N Njuguna

Investment Manager

Past deals in Kenya

Octavia Carbon

Seed Round in 2024
Octavia Carbon is a pioneering company based in Kenya that specializes in Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology. It designs, builds, and deploys proprietary systems to filter CO2 from the atmosphere, aiming to reverse climate change and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. The company uniquely leverages Kenya's geothermal energy and talent to accelerate DAC technology development and lower costs.

Badili

Seed Round in 2024
Badili is a Nairobi-based company established in 2021 that specializes in the buying and selling of used and refurbished mobile phones. The company operates a re-commerce platform aimed at making affordable, high-quality used phones accessible to a broad audience. By providing a diverse selection of renewed mobile devices, Badili enables customers to save money while also contributing to the reduction of electronic waste by extending the life cycle of used phones.

Octavia Carbon

Venture Round in 2024
Octavia Carbon is a pioneering company based in Kenya that specializes in Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology. It designs, builds, and deploys proprietary systems to filter CO2 from the atmosphere, aiming to reverse climate change and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. The company uniquely leverages Kenya's geothermal energy and talent to accelerate DAC technology development and lower costs.

BuuPass

Pre Seed Round in 2023
BuuPass operates a transportation marketplace and ticketing platform that simplifies booking for bus, shuttle, and train services in Kenya and other markets. The company partners with transport operators to provide digital solutions that enable commuters to search, reserve seats, and pay conveniently, often via mobile and SMS channels. As one of the early movers in digital transport booking in Kenya, BuuPass aims to connect travelers with available departures, helping users save time and choose options that fit their schedules and budgets. The platform supports local urban travel by enabling automated ticketing and easy payments, with a focus on reliability, accessibility, and seamless user experience for everyday mobility.
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