AlphaMundi
AlphaMundi Group Ltd is a Swiss-based company specializing in Impact Investing, which focuses on generating profitable investments that deliver significant social benefits. Established in 2007 by partners with extensive backgrounds in finance, responsible investments, microfinance, and philanthropy, AlphaMundi provides both debt and equity financing to scalable social ventures across key sustainable development sectors such as microfinance, affordable education, fair trade agriculture, and renewable energy. The company aims to enhance traditional responsible investment strategies and supplement charitable initiatives by promoting measurable impacts and financial viability. In addition to its investment activities, AlphaMundi actively contributes to the growth of the Impact Investing sector through educational events, publications, and participation in industry associations. This approach aligns with a broader trend where leading financial institutions are integrating impact investments into their portfolios as attractive, decorrelated financial assets.
Past deals in Rwanda
Ampersand
Venture Round in 2024
Ampersand is a company based in Kigali, Rwanda, that specializes in the manufacture of affordable electric vehicles and charging systems tailored for the three million motorcycle taxi drivers in East Africa. The company aims to enhance mass-market electric mobility by providing a battery swap network and an operating system that facilitates sustainable transport solutions. By making electric mobility accessible and affordable, Ampersand not only improves the livelihoods of drivers but also contributes to environmental sustainability. As of January 2024, the company's customer base has expanded to 2,000 users, who collectively cover 1.5 million kilometers weekly in Nairobi and Kigali.
Ampersand
Venture Round in 2023
Ampersand is a company based in Kigali, Rwanda, that specializes in the manufacture of affordable electric vehicles and charging systems tailored for the three million motorcycle taxi drivers in East Africa. The company aims to enhance mass-market electric mobility by providing a battery swap network and an operating system that facilitates sustainable transport solutions. By making electric mobility accessible and affordable, Ampersand not only improves the livelihoods of drivers but also contributes to environmental sustainability. As of January 2024, the company's customer base has expanded to 2,000 users, who collectively cover 1.5 million kilometers weekly in Nairobi and Kigali.
Fenix International
Private Equity Round in 2012
Fenix International Inc. is a San Francisco-based company that designs and manufactures renewable energy products aimed at mobile telecommunications in emerging markets. Established in 2009, Fenix specializes in ultra-affordable solar solutions to empower over 1.3 billion people living off-grid. Its flagship product, the ReadySet, is an intelligent plug-and-play energy system capable of powering mobile phones, lights, water purifiers, and medical applications. The ReadySet utilizes a variety of energy sources, including solar, micro-wind, micro-hydro, and bicycle dynamos, and is complemented by a range of accessories such as mobile phone chargers and LED lights. Fenix markets its products through various channels, including service centers and shops in Uganda and Rwanda, as well as crowdfunding platforms in the United States. The company has garnered significant recognition and awards, highlighting its expertise in power electronics, product design, and marketing strategies tailored for underserved communities.
Spot something off? Help us improve by flagging any incorrect or outdated information. Just email us at support@teaserclub.com. Your feedback is most welcome.