SEFAA is an agriculture-focused fund managed by Sahel Capital, a private equity firm based in Lagos, Nigeria. The fund primarily invests in the agribusiness sector across West Africa, specifically targeting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in processing, logistics, storage, and agricultural production. With investment amounts ranging from $300,000 to $2.4 million, SEFAA aims to support businesses that have demonstrated sector expertise and established management teams. Sahel Capital employs various investment instruments, including structured royalties and convertible notes, while maintaining a preference for minority ownership stakes and board representation to ensure operational oversight. In addition to its investment activities, Sahel Capital provides advisory services, including management consulting and market research, to foster sustainable growth within the agricultural sector. The firm’s broader mission is to enhance food security and nutrition in the region by leveraging its deep industry knowledge and strategic partnerships.
TradeDepot Inc. develops a SaaS platform for FMCG distribution in Africa. It enables predictive trade intelligence to leapfrog the competition, real-time access to distributors' stock levels, receive bulk orders online, and auto-generate sales promotions to boost sales. It helps to connects with distributors, wholesalers and retailers online, on one platform. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Lagos, Nigeria with additional office in Wilmington, Delaware.
Crest Agro Products Limited produces food grade cassava starch for industrial users in Nigeria and West Africa sub-region. It operates a captive nucleus farm to produce cassava tubers; and a processing plant to produce cassava starch. The company serves food processing, pharmaceutical, and textile industries. Crest Agro Products Limited was founded in 2013 and is based in Lokoja, Nigeria.
Dayntee Farms Limited produces eggs and chickens. It also breeds a range of poultry. The company was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Ilorin, Nigeria.
L & Z Integrated Farms Nigeria Limited produces dairy products. Its dairy products include fresh milk, frozen chicken, packaged eggs, ice creams, table eggs, and yoghurts in various flavors. The company is based in Kano, Nigeria.