AHL Venture Partners

AHL Impact Fund, managed by AHL Venture Partners, is a venture debt fund based in Nairobi, Kenya, focusing on impact investments across Africa. The fund targets sectors such as food, agriculture, climate, and financial services, seeking to support high-growth businesses that address critical issues in emerging markets. AHL Venture Partners, established in 2007, is recognized as one of the largest impact-focused venture capital firms in Africa, with a strong presence in cities like Nairobi, Accra, and Lusaka. The firm has committed over $60 million to 35 impact-oriented businesses across 27 African countries since its inception, generating significant financial returns while creating more than 11,000 jobs and improving access to essential goods and services for over 10 million individuals at the bottom of the economic pyramid. With backing from mission-aligned families and foundations, AHL Venture Partners aims to invest responsibly and sustainably in sectors that foster economic development and social impact.

Kerry Nasidai

Investment Manager

Lydia Nyomongo

Investment Associate

Rosanne Whalley

CEO

18 past transactions

Crop Nutrition Laboratory Services (CROPNUTS) is East Africa’s leading private agricultural services company. We provide our customers with world class laboratory, precision agriculture and soil fertility and fertilizer use advisory services. We partner with farmers to increase their profitability, by raising crop yields through better soil and fertilizer management, and by reducing their input costs through a combination of building healthy soils and adopting precision farming technology.

Sidai

Series A in 2019
Sidai is a fully vertically-integrated company supplying quality livestock and crop inputs and training to farmers and pastoralists across Kenya. The company operates through a network of branded, professionally-staffed, company-managed and franchised retail outlets, stockists and field staff. Sidai has a unique ‘last-mile’ service delivery model that also reaches pastoralists and farmers in remote and under-served locations.

Rent to Own

Seed Round in 2018
Rent to Own Ltd. is a company based in Lusaka, Zambia, founded in 2010, that focuses on providing affordable financing to small-scale entrepreneurs in rural areas. The company offers a range of essential assets, including refrigerators, hammer mills, and irrigation pumps, which are crucial for farming and food production. By implementing various rental arrangements, Rent to Own assists business owners in building their assets and expanding their services. The company tailors its offerings to meet the specific needs of each client, providing a guided asset selection process, direct distribution, and one-on-one training for equipment maintenance and usage. Additionally, Rent to Own employs a unique six-step loan process that mitigates repayment risk and ensures optimal use of the provided equipment, thereby supporting the growth potential of businesses in these rural communities.

Tulaa

Seed Round in 2018
Tulaa combines mobile technology and last mile agent networks to connect agri-input suppliers, financial service providers and commodity buyers to smallholder farmers. The aim is to lower the cost and risk for the partners to do business with farmers.

Java Foods

Venture Round in 2018
Java Foods Ltd. is a food manufacturer based in Lusaka, Zambia, specializing in the production and distribution of instant noodles across Southern Africa. Founded in 2012, the company focuses on creating high-quality, nutritious food products made from locally sourced ingredients. Java Foods aims to provide convenient and affordable meal options that are fortified with essential proteins, vitamins, and minerals, thereby offering healthy alternatives to consumers. The company's commitment to using local products underscores its dedication to supporting regional agriculture while ensuring that its offerings remain accessible to a broad market.

Twiga Foods

Series A in 2017
Twiga Foods Ltd. is a mobile-based supply platform that connects farmers and vendors in Africa's retail sector. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, the company serves small and medium-sized retail outlets, kiosks, and market stalls by enabling them to order a variety of fresh produce, including bananas, pineapples, and tomatoes, through a cashless business-to-business platform. By bridging the gap between farmers and vendors, Twiga Foods aims to enhance access to quality food at competitive prices, thereby improving profit margins for both parties. The platform facilitates efficient distribution, making it easier for vendors to stock their businesses with necessary supplies while supporting local agriculture.

BURN

Venture Round in 2016
BURN specializes in designing, manufacturing, and distributing fuel-efficient cooking products aimed at improving the lives of people in the developing world. Operating a modern manufacturing facility located outside of Nairobi, BURN produces one stove per minute, making it the largest facility of its kind in Africa. The organization focuses on creating customized biomass stove solutions that address the specific cooking needs of various communities. By collaborating with implementing organizations, BURN develops sustainable stove dissemination systems that not only enhance cooking efficiency but also contribute positively to environmental and health issues, such as deforestation and women's health.

EthioChicken

Venture Round in 2016
EthioChicken PLC is a poultry company based in Ethiopia, founded in 2010. It specializes in the production and distribution of day-old chickens, as well as eggs and meat. The company operates a breeding farm and hatchery, focusing on providing affordable poultry products. EthioChicken collaborates with smallholder farmers to enhance nutrition, improve livelihoods, and create income opportunities within rural communities. By producing blended feed and day-old chickens, the company aims to support local agriculture and contribute to the overall welfare of farmers in the region.

PowerGen Renewable Energy

Series A in 2016
PowerGen Renewable Energy specializes in providing energy solutions primarily in East Africa, catering to residential, community, commercial, and industrial customers. Established in 2011 and headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, with additional offices in Arusha, Tanzania; Freetown, Sierra Leone; and Lagos, Nigeria, the company focuses on the development of microgrids and renewable energy systems, including photovoltaic and wind technologies. PowerGen offers a comprehensive suite of services, including consulting, engineering, procurement, construction, operation, maintenance, and financing, to support off-grid energy needs. By facilitating access to affordable and reliable power, PowerGen aims to empower communities that are not connected to national electricity networks, thereby enhancing their quality of life and economic opportunities.

People's Pension Trust Ghana

Venture Round in 2015
People's Pension Trust Ghana Limited is a micro pension company based in Accra, Ghana, focused on providing pension services primarily for workers in the informal sector. The company offers a pension product called Me Daakye, designed to help individuals save for retirement from the age of 16 to 55. In addition to pension fund administration, People's Pension Trust Ghana also emphasizes financial education to empower its clients to make informed savings decisions. As a subsidiary of People's Pension Holding, the company aims to enhance financial security for its users through tailored pension solutions.

Zoona

Venture Round in 2014
Zoona is a mobile technology company focused on delivering financial services to underserved communities across Africa. It operates an interoperable distribution network that facilitates money transfers, electronic voucher payments, agent payments, savings, credit, and bill payments. By leveraging a network of widespread agents, Zoona aims to provide safe and reliable access to financial services for predominantly unbanked customers, enabling them to participate in the financial system and improve their economic well-being.

Sidai

Venture Round in 2014
Sidai is a fully vertically-integrated company supplying quality livestock and crop inputs and training to farmers and pastoralists across Kenya. The company operates through a network of branded, professionally-staffed, company-managed and franchised retail outlets, stockists and field staff. Sidai has a unique ‘last-mile’ service delivery model that also reaches pastoralists and farmers in remote and under-served locations.

M-Kopa

Series B in 2012
M-Kopa Kenya Limited is a leading provider of solar home systems, specializing in pay-as-you-go energy services for off-grid customers. Founded in 2011 and based in Nairobi, Kenya, M-Kopa began commercial operations in 2012 and has since expanded its reach to Uganda and Tanzania. The company offers a range of solar products, including systems that provide lighting, phone charging, and solar-powered radios, which are sold through over 1,000 retail agents and shops. M-Kopa utilizes a proprietary technology platform that integrates mobile payments and IoT connectivity, allowing customers without credit histories to access essential products and services. With a dedicated team of over 500 staff, the company is committed to delivering innovative solutions that meet the needs of underserved communities, continually improving its offerings through data-driven insights and customer relationship management.

Honey Care Africa

Venture Round in 2012
Honey Care Africa is a distributor of natural honey and honey-based snacks in East Africa. The company sources honey, nuts, and seeds from smallholder farmers, providing them with a sustainable income stream. By purchasing these products directly from local producers, Honey Care Africa supports the livelihoods of small beekeepers and nut farmers. The company then sells these goods to local consumers, catering to diverse market demands and promoting the consumption of natural, locally-sourced products. This business model not only benefits individual farmers but also enhances access to quality food products within the region.

EFTA

Venture Round in 2012
EFTA Ltd operates as a finance company in Tanzania. It offers equipment loans comprising standard equipment loans; loans for moveable equipment; repeat loans for customers who have completed a loan previously; loans for customers seeking to import equipment from India, Kenya, or China; loans for customers enrolled in or seeking to enroll in Safecare; and low interest rate loans offered through preferred suppliers. The company also provides larger leases for agricultural loans for agri-businesses or farmers. It serves small and medium enterprises, and farmers. The company was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in Moshi, Tanzania with an additional branch in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

Comaco

Venture Round in 2011
Operator of a social enterprise that supports wildlife conservation and small-scale farmers in Eastern Zambia. The company buys any surplus crops grown by member farmers at fair market prices and resells them as processed value-added products, enabling farmers with increased value for their crops and preserving the ecosystem for tomorrow.
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.