Global Partnerships/Eleos Social Venture Fund

Good Nature Agro is a social enterprise based in Chipata, Zambia, focused on empowering small-scale farmers to generate sustainable income. The company recruits groups of farmers who nominate a member to serve as a Private Extension Agent (PEA). These PEAs receive training in agronomy and community engagement, enabling them to provide tailored support and guidance to fellow farmers throughout the growing season. Good Nature Agro supplies quality legume seeds and offers loans to facilitate improved farming practices. At harvest time, the company serves as a reliable market for the produce, specifically certified legume seeds, which allows farmers to earn significantly more compared to traditional cash crops like maize and cotton. Since its founding in 2014, Good Nature Agro has aimed to enhance agricultural productivity and income for local farming communities.

Tugende is a financial services company based in Kampala, Uganda, focused on empowering informal sector entrepreneurs and small to medium-sized enterprises. Founded in 2012, Tugende primarily assists motorcycle taxi drivers in transitioning from renting to owning their motorcycles within eighteen months, thereby enhancing their income, job security, and road safety. In addition to motorcycles, Tugende provides business assets such as special hire taxis, matatus, and boat engines, as well as supplementary assets for existing clients like smartphones and salon equipment. The company also offers a range of services, including care services for health and life insurance, safety training, and value-added services like genuine parts and maintenance support. By addressing the credit gap and facilitating asset ownership, Tugende helps clients achieve financial independence and sustainable livelihoods.

YYTZ Agro-Processing is a full-service cashew processing company based in Tanzania, focused on providing a comprehensive value chain for cashew nuts. The company sources cashews directly from women's groups, ensuring that these farmers receive a price premium for their products. By implementing mechanization activities within the community, YYTZ Agro-Processing enhances the efficiency of the harvesting and processing stages. The final cashew products are marketed under the consumer brand "More Than Cashews." This business model not only adds value to the farmers' crops but also supports local communities by promoting sustainable agricultural practices and improving economic outcomes for women in the sector.

Tugende is a financial services company based in Kampala, Uganda, focused on empowering informal sector entrepreneurs and small to medium-sized enterprises. Founded in 2012, Tugende primarily assists motorcycle taxi drivers in transitioning from renting to owning their motorcycles within eighteen months, thereby enhancing their income, job security, and road safety. In addition to motorcycles, Tugende provides business assets such as special hire taxis, matatus, and boat engines, as well as supplementary assets for existing clients like smartphones and salon equipment. The company also offers a range of services, including care services for health and life insurance, safety training, and value-added services like genuine parts and maintenance support. By addressing the credit gap and facilitating asset ownership, Tugende helps clients achieve financial independence and sustainable livelihoods.

Good Nature Agro is a social enterprise based in Chipata, Zambia, focused on empowering small-scale farmers to generate sustainable income. The company recruits groups of farmers who nominate a member to serve as a Private Extension Agent (PEA). These PEAs receive training in agronomy and community engagement, enabling them to provide tailored support and guidance to fellow farmers throughout the growing season. Good Nature Agro supplies quality legume seeds and offers loans to facilitate improved farming practices. At harvest time, the company serves as a reliable market for the produce, specifically certified legume seeds, which allows farmers to earn significantly more compared to traditional cash crops like maize and cotton. Since its founding in 2014, Good Nature Agro has aimed to enhance agricultural productivity and income for local farming communities.

Regen Organics is dedicated to transforming agriculture, cities, and communities through circular economy practices. The company focuses on managing residual organics and specializes in the production of regenerative fertilizers, feeds, and fuels. By promoting climate-resilient agricultural methods and green technologies, Regen Organics aims to foster nurturing soils and thriving ecosystems, ultimately contributing to a sustainable future. With a commitment to innovation and environmental stewardship, the company leverages its industry knowledge and international experience to drive meaningful change.