AAF SME FUND
AAF SME Fund is a private equity fund for food production and processing SME's managed by Databank Agrifund Manager Limited. Databank Agrifund Manager Limited (DAFML) is a Mauritian registered pan-African focused private equity group with specialty interest in agriculture and food production value chains. DAFMLs investment principle is aligned with preserving the basic human rights of self-sufficiency through food security. The firms focus is to create transformational opportunities for companies in the Agribusiness sector to enhance food production on the continent, whiles making above market long term returns for its financial sponsors. The firm manages the AAF SME Fund, which focuses on growth equity investments within the continent. DAFMLs investment team members are domiciled in Africa across its registered offices in Mauritius, Ghana and South Africa. Through its relationship with Phatisa, the Fund Manager of the African Agriculture Fund (AAF), DAFML has additional presence in Kenya and Zambia. DAFML is affiliated with the prestigious Databank Group, a full-house investment banking and brokerage firm with over 20 years experience in Africa, headquartered in Accra, Ghana.
Private Equity Round in 2014
Moablaou, SA is a leading producer and exporter of table eggs in Burkina Faso, established in 1987 and headquartered in Ouagadougou. The company specializes in a range of poultry products, including chicken, chick feed, pullet food, eggs, and poultry waste. In addition to its product offerings, Moablaou provides poultry farming services, catering to the needs of clients seeking various poultry solutions. Through its operations, the company plays a significant role in the local poultry industry, contributing to food supply and agricultural development in the region.
Private Equity Round in 2014
Avison is a rapidly expanding business in South Africa that specializes in the production of organic and integrated fertilizers. The company manufactures pelletized chicken manure, which is designed to enhance soil health and productivity. By combining organic and chemical ingredients, Avison's fertilizers and compost facilitate long-term micronutrient accumulation in the soil. This approach supports farmers in improving crop yields and cultivating healthier agricultural environments.
Private Equity Round in 2013
Topcrust Bakery is a rapidly expanding bakery based in Lagos, Nigeria, specializing in the production and distribution of a variety of baked goods. The company focuses on meeting the demand for fresh bakery products by offering a range of options, including small, medium, and family-sized loaves, as well as rolls. By adhering to a wholesale bakery model, Topcrust Bakery aims to serve its clients effectively, ensuring that consumers have access to quality baked items at all times.
Private Equity Round in 2013
Matonjeni Marketing is a food and beverage company focusing on the production, processing and marketing of beverages and food.
Private Equity Round in 2013
Interfresh Limited is an agribusiness based in Harare, Zimbabwe, specializing in the production, processing, and marketing of agricultural and allied food products. The company operates several divisions, including Citrus, which offers a range of citrus fruits and juice products; Crops, focusing on cash crops such as maize, soya beans, wheat, and barley; and Horticulture, which supplies vegetables to both formal retail and informal markets. Additionally, its Beverages division manufactures fruit-based concentrates, cordials, and ready-to-drink juices. The Fast Moving Consumer Goods division trades a variety of food, beverage, and liquor products, including those branded under Marlon Fine Foods. Interfresh also exports its products to markets in South Africa and the Middle East. Established in 1953, the company has a long-standing presence in the agricultural sector.
Private Equity Round in 2013
Guanomad is dedicated to producing organic fertilizer products that cater to the needs of organic agriculture. The company specializes in the production and supply of natural fertilizers and organic manures, providing farmers with sustainable alternatives to conventional chemical fertilizers. By focusing on affordability and effectiveness, Guanomad aims to support crop health and promote environmentally friendly farming practices.
Private Equity Round in 2012
Westend Farms is a mixed farming enterprise focused on sustainable agriculture in Cameroon. The company operates a pig breeding business that aims to provide households with lean pork, contributing to food security in the region. In addition to livestock breeding, Westend Farms also offers related feed products, ensuring that clients have access to essential resources for meeting their pork needs. Through its initiatives, the company seeks to enhance agricultural practices and improve food availability for local communities.
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