XSML

XSML, established in 2008, is a Netherlands-based investment management firm specializing in frontier markets in Central and East Africa. It manages USD 65 million, providing growth capital through a combination of debt and equity to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in sectors such as business services, education, healthcare, and technology. XSML's mission is to facilitate the growth of these SMEs into medium and large enterprises.

Jarl Heijstee

Managing Partner and Co-Founder

Past deals in Central Africa

Maison Galaxy

Venture Round in 2019
Maison Galaxy is a rapidly expanding supermarket chain in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, boasting 15 branches in cities such as Goma, Kinshasa, and Lubumbashi. The company focuses on providing a diverse selection of high-quality consumer goods and cosmetics at competitive prices. To enhance customer convenience, Maison Galaxy has launched a new website and mobile application, allowing shoppers to browse and order products online, thereby reducing the need for physical visits to stores. With plans for further expansion into Cote d'Ivoire and Angola, Maison Galaxy aims to continue its growth and meet the evolving needs of its customers.

Ets. B.I.S

Private Equity Round in 2016
BIS manufactures pharma products and specialises in injectable and ophthalmic pharmaceuticals for the mass market in DRC and is planning to expand into household cleaning products.
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