Swedfund International
Swedfund International AB, established in 1979, is a Swedish government-owned investment firm specializing in high-risk, emerging markets. It provides risk capital, including equity, loans, and expertise, to seed, start-up, and mature companies in Africa, Asia, Latin America, Eastern Europe, and Sweden. Swedfund invests between SEK 5 million and SEK 100 million, seeking a minority stake not exceeding one-third of the total investment. It typically invests in companies that do not manufacture or sell weapons, tobacco, or alcohol, and avoids investing in Swedish businesses of Swedish companies. Swedfund takes a Board seat in its portfolio companies and seeks to exit investments within five to ten years. It does not invest alongside private individuals or co-operatives, provide donations, or engage in sponsorships.
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AgDevCo
Venture Round in 2025
AgDevCo is a growth-focused investor backing agribusinesses in Africa. It provides debt and equity to small and medium-sized enterprises to create jobs, improve food security, and boost prosperity. Founded in 2009 and based in London, the firm supports growth across horticulture, aquaculture, arable farming, oilseeds, poultry and livestock, irrigation, storage and related infrastructure, as well as agri-financial services, logistics, and related marketing and services. By mobilizing private capital and expertise, AgDevCo aims to build socially responsible farming and processing capabilities that benefit smallholder farmers and local communities.
Xurya
Venture Round in 2024
Xurya is a renewable energy platform that connects commercial and industrial rooftop owners with investors. It offers solar lease products for owners and stable investment opportunities in rooftop solar plants for investors, facilitated by comprehensive maintenance services.
Platcorp Holdings
Debt Financing in 2020
Platcorp Holdings is an impact finance investment management holding company that primarily invests in non-banking lending subsidiaries.
Equity Bank Kenya
Debt Financing in 2019
Equity Bank is engaged in the provision of investment banking, custodial, insurance, philanthropic, consulting, and infrastructure services. They provide mortgage financing for the majority of customers who fall into the low-income population.
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