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

Past deals in Kenya

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
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