KFW DEG

KFW DEG offers financing, advice and support to private sector enterprises operating in developing and emerging-market countries. Their customers can rely on their expertise: They can benefit from their market knowledge, their 21 locations worldwide, and their international network. For entrepreneurial success and development.

Tolga Kirhan

Vice President Equity and Mezzanine

Past deals in South Africa

ACWA Power

Post in 2024
ACWA Power International is a company specializing in the development, investment, co-ownership, and operation of power generation and desalinated water production facilities. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, it manages a diverse portfolio that includes thermal, solar photovoltaic, solar concentrated solar power, and wind energy projects. Additionally, ACWA Power provides operations and maintenance services specifically for the power generation and water desalination sectors. The company has a significant regional presence, with operations in various countries, including Saudi Arabia, Oman, the United Arab Emirates, Jordan, Morocco, South Africa, Turkey, Vietnam, Mozambique, and Egypt. As a subsidiary of ACWA Holding Company, ACWA Power plays a crucial role in addressing energy and water needs across its operational territories.

Lulalend

Series B in 2023
LulaLend is more than a company. It’s a belief in the power of small business, making a difference, building a better solution and striving for excellence. We work hard to empower businesses across South Africa with the funds they need to grow, and we have a great time doing it!

Briisk

Grant in 2021
Briisk is a late-stage InsurTech start-up founded in 2016, based in London, with operations in multiple cities including Cape Town, Bangalore, Istanbul, Munich, and Nairobi. The company focuses on emerging markets, providing solutions that automate processes, digitize insurance products, and explore new distribution channels. This approach helps clients lower costs, boost revenue, and enhance customer value. Briisk's vision is to connect insurers with uninsured and underinsured mass-market customers across Africa and India through fully digitized and scalable distribution channels, facilitating better access to insurance for these underserved populations.

Liquid Intelligent Technologies

Debt Financing in 2021
Liquid Intelligent Technologies is an independent data, voice, and IP provider focused on building a digital future for Africa. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Ebène, Plaines Wilhems, the company has developed an extensive fiber network that spans over 18,000 kilometers across several African countries, including Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Lesotho, and South Africa. Liquid Intelligent Technologies offers a variety of services such as broadband, leased lines, private networks, telecommunications connectivity, and web hosting. These services are designed to support both public and private sector enterprises in enhancing their digital experiences and navigating their digital journeys effectively.

Retailability Proprietary

Private Equity Round in 2017
Retailability Proprietary operates in the fashion apparel retail sector, based in Durban, South Africa. The company specializes in providing a range of fashionable in-house and branded clothing and accessories, catering primarily to low and lower-middle income consumers in Southern Africa. Through its retail chain of stores, Retailability enables customers to access stylish apparel at affordable prices, meeting their diverse preferences and needs.
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